Opportunity
College Station Independent School District Ionwave #27-001 RFP
College Station ISD Solicits Armed Security Services for 13 Campuses
Posted
June 29, 2026
Respond By
July 14, 2026
Identifier
27-001 RFP
NAICS
561612
College Station Independent School District (ISD) is seeking proposals for Armed Security Services to cover its 13 campuses for the 2026-2027 school year and potentially up to five years total. - Government Buyer: - College Station Independent School District (ISD), Purchasing Office - Products/Services Requested: - Armed security personnel (commissioned security officers) for 13 campuses - Officers must be licensed by Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) with Level III Security License, authorized to carry firearms and intermediate weapons - Services include: - Base hourly rate for one officer per campus - Overtime hourly rate for officers - Minimum shift hours (standard 8-hour shifts) - Paid training days and associated expenses (materials, supplies, certifications) - Security for after-hours special events (athletic events, dances, graduations, performances) with separate rates for officers and police officers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Texas Education Code 22A.055 (background checks and Pre-Service Affidavit) - Strict adherence to district policies and conflict of interest documentation - Officers must be commissioned, armed, and meet all state and district training requirements - Contract may be extended for up to 120 days for service continuity - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a service-based solicitation - Quantities: - 13 commissioned security officers (one per campus) - Paid training and overtime for each officer - Special event coverage as needed
Description
This is a Request for Proposals issued by College Station Independent School District for Armed Security Services. The solicitation urges all vendors providing these services to respond and includes specifications as attachments. The contract will be for an initial one-year term with the option to renew for four additional one-year terms, potentially extending through June 30, 2031. Vendors may be required to submit additional information for evaluation, and contact with district employees outside the Purchasing Department is prohibited during the solicitation period.