Security Guard Services

The City of Niagara Falls is soliciting proposals from qualified contractors to provide security guard services at key municipal locations, including City Hall and the train station, on an as-needed basis with schedules to be determined prior to contract award. The contract, valued between $500,000 and $1,500,000 over a three-year term, requires vendors to furnish both armed and unarmed security personnel, ensuring they meet all state licensing, background check, and training standards, including compliance with the New York State Security Guard Act. The scope encompasses staffing, uniforms, equipment, and reporting, with the City reserving the right to adjust service locations and hours with thirty days' notice. Proposals are due by October 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM, and must be submitted in sealed packages labeled with the RFP number and title, including one original, three copies, and a PDF on USB, or via approved electronic means. The evaluation process emphasizes relevant experience and qualifications (25%), training program quality (20%), cost competitiveness (20%), references and past performance (15%), operational approach (10%), and staffing capacity (10%). The City will select the proposal offering the best value, considering both price and quality, with no set-aside for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses and a 0% MWBE participation goal. Contractual clauses mandate compliance with all applicable laws, insurance requirements, and certifications, including non-collusion and Iran Divestment Act certifications. The contractor must maintain an office within forty miles of Niagara Falls, provide all necessary uniforms and equipment, and ensure personnel meet all legal and performance standards, with the City reserving the right to inspect and accept services at designated locations. Payment will be made upon submission of invoices accompanied by certified payroll, with the City retaining the right to withhold payments for non-compliance or unsatisfactory performance.