Ocean Center Event Staffing and Event Security Services

Solicitation 26-P-124JJ is a request for proposals from the County of Volusia to provide event staffing and security services for the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. The scope of work is divided into two primary service lines: Entry Security, which focuses on checkpoint operations, magnetometer screening, and access control, and In-Event Security, which manages crowds and incident response for live entertainment. The venue is a comprehensive facility featuring an 8,400-seat arena, a 93,000-square-foot exhibit hall, a 14,000-square-foot ballroom, and 32 meeting rooms. The contract requires the provision of trained personnel, including managers or supervisors for events requiring 15 or more security officers, and mandates that entry security staff refrain from carrying firearms or chemical agents. The award will be based on the best value, with 30% of the evaluation weight placed on professional qualifications and training, including specific licenses, certifications, and site-specific training strategies. Key requirements include CPR and AED certifications for supervisory personnel and compliance with E-Verify regulations. Performance is strictly monitored via a deduction schedule for failures such as missing event rosters, incomplete incident reports, or unreachable contract managers. Payment is processed within 45 business days of undisputed invoices, with a 10% reduction applied to invoices not submitted within five calendar days of the delivery of sign-in logs. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Procurement portal by December 9, 2026.