Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #360PUR-DCFS_Armed_Security

Louisiana DCFS Seeks Information on Statewide Armed Security Guard Services

The Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) is seeking information from vendors about providing armed security guard services for all DCFS offices statewide. - Government Buyer: - Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) - Procurement managed by Jada Williams - Scope of Services: - Licensed, armed security guard services for all DCFS offices - Coverage required during standard business hours (7 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday) - Guards must enforce security regulations, manage visitor access, respond to incidents, maintain logs, and provide surveillance - Vendors must supply all labor, supervision, uniforms, materials, and equipment - Guards must be licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners and meet all state and agency requirements - Notable Requirements: - Background checks and drug screening for all personnel - Compliance with specific uniform and equipment standards - Minimum staffing levels and ability to provide relief guards as needed - Proof of insurance required - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is an RFI to gather information and not a formal solicitation

Description

The Louisiana Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify vendors capable of providing armed security services for all DCFS offices throughout Louisiana. The RFI seeks information on vendor capabilities and pricing models for licensed armed security guard services, including labor, supervision, uniforms, materials, and equipment. The scope includes enforcing security regulations, maintaining visitor logs, and responding to incidents. The RFI is exploratory and non-binding, with responses due by August 21, 2026.

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