Armed Security Guard Service - LDH-Reg 9

Solicitation 3000026723 is an Invitation to Bid issued by the State of Louisiana Office of State Procurement to provide armed security guard services for the LDH Medicaid Eligibility Region 9 located in Hammond, Louisiana. The scope of work requires one armed guard on-site Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a mandatory minimum guard wage of $18.00 per hour. The contract is for an initial one-year term ending June 30, 2027, with the possibility of two additional 12-month renewals, not to exceed a total duration of 36 months. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. To be eligible, bidders must be licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners and provide proof of licensure with their bid. Additionally, corporations or LLCs with contracts exceeding $25,000 must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State. Bids must be submitted by October 6, 2026, via the vendor portal or in a clearly marked physical package. The selected contractor must comply with various federal and state regulations, including E-Verify, the Anti-Kickback Act, and accessibility standards such as WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Payment will be issued within 30 days of receiving a properly executed invoice.