Marina Night Security

The City of Cold Lake is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide professional night security services at the Cold Lake Marina located at 802 Lakeshore Drive, Cold Lake, Alberta. The contract is structured as a firm price agreement for an initial two-year term, commencing May 21, 2027, with an option to extend for one additional year. Security coverage is required during the peak season, specifically from the Friday of the May long weekend through August 31st, with defined hours from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. during the month of May. Qualified proponents must demonstrate at least five years of experience in projects of similar size and scope and provide a dedicated Project Manager. The selected vendor is responsible for providing all necessary equipment, including marked security attire, life jackets, and communication devices, ensuring all gear is original equipment manufacturer goods and meets WCB and OH&S safety regulations. Comprehensive insurance is mandatory, including a minimum of five million dollars in commercial general liability and two million dollars in non-owned automobile liability. The evaluation process is multi-staged, beginning with a pass/fail review of mandatory requirements followed by a weighted scoring system. Key evaluation factors include corporate experience and qualifications (25%), staffing and operations plans (25%), financial proposals (25%), reporting and incident response (15%), and references (10%), with an additional five bonus points available for innovation and value-added solutions. Top-ranked proponents may be required to undergo an interview before entering direct contract negotiations. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bids and Tenders portal by December 3, 2026.