Opportunity
San Mateo County Community College District Planet bids #RFP 87028
Consulting Services for Districtwide Risk Management, Security, and Emergency Operations Assessment
Posted
August 12, 2026
Respond By
September 24, 2026
Identifier
RFP 87028
NAICS
541618
San Mateo County Community College District (SMCCCD) is seeking consulting services for a districtwide assessment of its Risk Management, Security, and Emergency Operations program. - Government Buyer: - San Mateo County Community College District, Department of General Services - Scope of Work: - Comprehensive evaluation of public safety practices across the District - Emphasis on a non-sworn, non-armed security model focused on prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and community engagement - Assessment must address compliance with key federal and state regulations: - Clery Act, Title IX, VAWA, Stop Campus Hazing Act, Cal-OSHA Title 8, SB 493, NIMS/SEMS, Workplace Violence Prevention - Includes research, stakeholder engagement, technology assessment, risk and liability analysis, and development of strategic organizational options - Products/Services Requested: - Consulting services for risk management, security, and emergency operations assessment (no specific products or part numbers) - Notable Requirements: - Focus on higher education public safety best practices - Recommendations for future structure and technology use in the District's safety programs - Final deliverables include a comprehensive report and strategic recommendations - No specific OEMs or product vendors are mandated; opportunity is open to qualified consulting firms specializing in higher education risk management and security assessments.
Description
This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive assessment of higher education public safety practices at the San Mateo County Community College District. The assessment will focus on developing recommendations for the future structure of the District's Risk Management, Security, and Emergency Operations program. Emphasis is on an all-hazards, non-sworn, non-armed security model that prioritizes prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, community engagement, risk mitigation, emergency management, and student success. The study must ensure compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements.