Opportunity
Lynwood Planet bids #144445
City of Lynwood Solicits Contractor for Comprehensive School Crossing Guard Program
Posted
July 28, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
144445
NAICS
561612
The City of Lynwood is seeking a qualified contractor to fully manage and operate its school crossing guard program at 14 locations near schools within the city. - Government Buyer: - City of Lynwood, Community Development Department - Contact: Meredith Elguira, Interim Director of Community Development - Scope of Work: - Comprehensive management of the crossing guard program, including recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, scheduling, and administration - Staffing of 13 crossing guard positions and 1 supervisor, covering 14 locations - Estimated 12,690 annual service hours - Flexibility to adjust staffing and locations as needed by the city - Products/Services Requested: - Crossing guard services at specific intersections, with defined annual hours per location (ranging from 900 to 1,890 hours per position) - Program management and staffing services, including substitute and emergency coverage - Provision of all required equipment (safety vests, stop signs, whistles, rain gear, photo ID badges) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Contractor must ensure all personnel meet safety and background screening requirements - High standards for safety, reliability, and customer service - Ability to provide responsive communication and effective contract administration - Flexibility to add or remove locations and adjust hours based on city or school needs - No specific OEMs are mentioned, as this is a service-based contract.
Description
This RFP solicits proposals for an outsourced Crossing Guard Program for the City of Lynwood. The selected contractor will provide comprehensive school crossing guard services within the city limits, including recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, and managing personnel. The program aims to ensure the safety of school children at designated crossing locations during school crossing periods. The contractor must maintain continuous staffing, respond promptly to operational issues, and provide effective contract administration.