Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority Armed Security Services RFP
Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta)Public Authority · Columbia, SC- Due
- Jun 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Margaret Woodson
- (803) 255-7137
The 30-second brief
Solicitation for Armed Security Services for facilities located in Columbia, South Carolina. Includes scope of work, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
Facilities Patrol Plan, Standard Operating Procedures, Time records, Payroll records, Incident reports, Daily security reports, Radio logs, Armed guard daily reports, Training records, Annual summary reports
Best Value Bid (Total Potential Value of Contract: 60%, Technical Proposal: 20%, Qualifications/Experience/SLED Certification: 10%, Training Plan: 10%)
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Summary
Solicitation for Armed Security Services for facilities located in Columbia, South Carolina. Includes scope of work, submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and contract terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best Value Bid (Total Potential Value of Contract: 60%, Technical Proposal: 20%, Qualifications/Experience/SLED Certification: 10%, Training Plan: 10%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Facilities Patrol Plan
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Time records
- Payroll records
- Incident reports
- Daily security reports
- Radio logs
- Armed guard daily reports
- Training records
- Annual summary reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cover Page
- Page Two
- Bidder Information Reference
- Federal Clauses
- Draft Agreement
- Submit to
- 3613 Lucius Road, Columbia, SC 29201
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, South Carolina
- Reported agency
- Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 3613 Lucius Road, Columbia, SC 29201. For questions, contact Margaret Woodson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta) in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Margaret Woodson at (803) 255-7137. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Facilities Patrol Plan, Standard Operating Procedures, Time records, Payroll records, Incident reports, Daily security reports, Radio logs, Armed guard daily reports, Training records, Annual summary reports. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Best Value Bid (Total Potential Value of Contract: 60%, Technical Proposal: 20%, Qualifications/Experience/SLED Certification: 10%, Training Plan: 10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta)?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta) are tracked and searchable. As a public authority agency, Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta) regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Page, Page Two, Bidder Information Reference, Federal Clauses, Draft Agreement. Review the full document from Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority (Cmrta) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia, South Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.