Districtwide Risk Management, Security, and Emergency Operations Assessment

The San Mateo County Community College District is soliciting proposals under RFP 87028 for a comprehensive assessment of its Risk Management, Security, and Emergency Operations program. The primary objective is to develop a non-sworn, non-armed public safety model focused on prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and community engagement. The selected firm will conduct an environmental scan and benchmarking of higher education public safety practices, perform functional assessments of security infrastructure and risk liability, and review policies for compliance with federal and state regulations, including the Clery Act, Title IX, and Cal-OSHA. Key deliverables include a detailed research report, a stakeholder communications plan, and a final report providing at least four organizational options with phased implementation roadmaps for the Board of Trustees. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PT. The contract is expected to commence in November 2026, with a total duration not to exceed five years including renewals. Award decisions will be based on the most advantageous proposal, evaluated through criteria including qualifications, experience, and responsiveness. Bidders are required to provide a firm fixed-price cost proposal and must comply with California prevailing wage laws for agreements exceeding 1,000 dollars. Mandatory submission documents include a non-collusion declaration, conflict of interest forms, and a minimum of three college or university customer references. Performance will take place across the district's three campuses: Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College.