MPA 296 Security Guard Services

The State of Rhode Island is soliciting proposals under MPA 296 for unarmed security guard services to ensure a safe and secure environment for state employees and the public across various state facilities, campus areas, and individual properties. The contract includes a base period from October 1, 2026, to September 30, 2029, with two additional one-year option years extending through September 30, 2031. Services encompass both static posts and mobile patrols, with specific high-requirement assignments at Eleanor Slater Hospital. Personnel assigned to the hospital must possess an associate degree in law enforcement or behavioral health, IAHSS certification, and prior experience in psychiatric or healthcare security. Qualified vendors must adhere to strict personnel standards, including national fingerprint-based criminal history checks and comprehensive drug screenings. All guards must be properly groomed and wear standardized uniforms with company insignia and photo identification. The contract is governed by Rhode Island prevailing wage laws and requires a minimum of 15 percent participation from certified Minority, Women, or Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises. Performance is monitored through a service credit system where failures in staffing or conduct result in financial credits to the state, and excessive personnel turnover may lead to contract termination. Proposals are evaluated on a 100-point technical scale, requiring a minimum score of 80 points to be considered. Evaluation criteria are weighted toward the offeror's capability and experience with state or federal agencies (45 points), the detailed work plan for staffing and retention (25 points), staff qualifications (20 points), and the proposed security methodology (10 points). Vendors must provide a detailed pricing sheet covering various shifts, supervisory roles, and vehicle costs, while ensuring all staff meet the necessary training and immunization requirements for healthcare settings where applicable.