Opportunity
Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #3000026513
Armed Security Guard Services for DCFS Evangeline Parish, Louisiana
Posted
July 16, 2026
Respond By
July 23, 2026
Identifier
3000026513
NAICS
561612
This opportunity seeks armed security guard services for the Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) in Evangeline Parish, Ville Platte, LA. - Government Buyer: - State of Louisiana, Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS), Office of State Procurement, Evangeline Parish Child Welfare/Child Support Enforcement, Lafayette Region 5 - Services Requested: - Armed security guard services at 116 SW Railroad Street, Ville Platte, LA - One uniformed, armed security officer required on-site Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm (approx. 42.5 hours per week) - Four line items totaling 2,210 hours of armed guard services - Key Requirements: - Guards must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners - Minimum of one year experience for guards (three years preferred for contractor) - Guards must be compensated at least $12.00 per hour - Contractor responsible for payroll, insurance (workers compensation, general liability, auto liability, fidelity bond), drug testing, uniforms, and relief personnel - Strict standards for conduct, appearance, and monthly reporting - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified security service providers - Notable: The contract may extend up to 36 months (initial one-year term with two 12-month renewal options)
Description
This solicitation is for a service contract to provide armed security guard services for the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) in Evangeline Parish, Louisiana. The contract covers an initial one-year period with the possibility of two additional 12-month renewals, not to exceed 36 months total. The scope includes providing one uniformed, armed security officer Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, responsible for visitor control, parking lot monitoring, and security checks. The contractor must comply with specified qualifications, insurance requirements, and reporting standards.