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IFB HSR26-34 Unarmed Security Guard Services (Bakersfield, CA)

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0000040822State & Local

Response Deadline11/13/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTC

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

AI Contract Overview

The California High-Speed Rail Authority is soliciting bids for IFB HSR26-34 to obtain unarmed security guard services for an Authority-owned property in Bakersfield, California. The selected contractor will provide 24-hour, seven-day-per-week security, including both vehicle and foot patrols of the property's exterior perimeter and parking areas. The performance period is structured across four fiscal years, beginning November 1, 2026, and concluding October 31, 2029. All contractors and assigned guards must be licensed and registered Private Patrol Operators through the California Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. The procurement includes a 25 percent Small Business goal, which incorporates a 3 percent Micro Business goal, and a 3 percent Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise goal. Bids are evaluated based on responsiveness, responsibility, and cost reasonableness, with specific preferences available for certified Small Businesses and DVBE participants. Awarded contractors must provide comprehensive insurance documentation, including general liability, automobile liability, and workers compensation with minimum limits of 1 million dollars, within five calendar days of the contract being forwarded for signature. Administrative requirements include strict adherence to Government Code Section 19134 regarding wage and benefit compliance, with monthly invoicing supported by a Wage and Benefit Summary form. The contract also mandates high data security standards, requiring AES 256-bit encryption for all Authority data and a confidentiality obligation that survives termination for 35 years. Bids must be submitted as single-sided printed documents by November 13, 2026, and include a separate redacted copy.

General Info

Bids for 24/7 unarmed security guard services for California High-Speed Rail in Bakersfield.

Agency

California → High Speed Rail Authority

NAICS

561612 - Security Guards and Patrol Services

Place of Performance

Kern, CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

amendment

High

ifb

High

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedOct 30

Solicitation

Response DeadlineNov 13

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/13/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTCin 14 days

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyCalifornia → High Speed Rail Authority

Contacts1 person available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencyCalifornia → High Speed Rail Authority

Office AddressN/A

Contacts

Lorraine Delfin-Carpio

contact@example.gov

Full Description

Addendum 1 Posted ******** The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) invites qualified firms to submit bids for IFB HSR26-34 Unarmed Security Guard Services. The Contractor shall provide all labor, tools, materials, and equipment necessary to perform 24-hour, seven-day-per-week unarmed vehicle and foot patrol security services at an Authority-owned property in Bakersfield, California, including patrol of parking areas and the property's exterior perimeter. Key Information 1. Small Business Goal: 25% (Inclusive of a 3% Micro Business (MB) participation goal). 2. DVBE Goal: 3% 3. Subject to Wage and Benefit Compliance pursuant to Government Code Section 19134 4. The awarded contractor must submit the required insurance documentation within five (5) calendar days after the contract is forwarded for signature. 5. Due to the critical nature of the services, bidders should be prepared to commence services promptly upon contract execution and receipt of authorization from the Authority. Interested and qualified firms are encouraged to review the solicitation documents and submit a bid in accordance with the IFB requirements. Bidders are responsible for reviewing all solicitation documents and monitoring the Event ID for updates and addenda. Key Dates 1. IFB Release: Friday, October 30, 2026 2. Deadline to submit written questions: Friday, November 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. 3. Responses to written questions posted by the Authority: Monday, November 9, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. 4. Bids Due: Friday, November 13, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. 5. Bid Opening: Friday, November 13, 2026, by 3:00 p.m. 6. Proposed Start Date: November 1, or upon approval by DGS, whichever is later Questions regarding this procurement should be submitted before or by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to Lorraine Delfin-Carpio at contact@example.gov. Thank you for your interest in doing business with the Authority.