Chicago Housing Authority Security Services RFP 2026 - Event No. 3342
Chicago Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Chicago, IL- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- David Martin
- (312) 786-3260
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is soliciting proposals from qualified professional security firms to provide comprehensive security services across various property types under Event No. 3342. The scope includes providing licensed, certified, and credentialed staff (unarmed and armed officers, supervisors) for family sites, senior sites, non-residential properties, and a Community Engagement Response Team (CERT). Services encompass foot and vehicle patrols, scattered site patrols, incident reporting, and electronic patrol tracking. The contract term consists of a two-year base period with three one-year options. Proposals must be submitted online via the CHA Supplier Portal by September 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. A mandatory pre-proposal conference was held on August 25, 2026. Evaluation criteria include specialized experience (35 points), approach and work plan (40 points), organizational structure (15 points), and contract requirements (10 points).
Fee Proposal Form (Excel and signed PDF), Letter of Intent, Accountant's Report, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement, Financial Statement Footnotes, IRS Tax transcript, Contract Compliance Certification, Utilization Plan, M/W/DBE Waiver Request
Specialized Experience and Past Performance (35 points), Approach and Work Plan (40 points), Organizational Structure and Key Personnel (15 points), Contract Requirements (10 points)
SUMMARY
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is soliciting proposals from qualified professional security firms to provide comprehensive security services across various property types under Event No. 3342.
The scope includes providing licensed, certified, and credentialed staff (unarmed and armed officers, supervisors) for family sites, senior sites, non-residential properties, and a Community Engagement Response Team (CERT). Services encompass foot and vehicle patrols, scattered site patrols, incident reporting, and electronic patrol tracking. The contract term consists of a two-year base period with three one-year options. Proposals must be submitted online via the CHA Supplier Portal by September 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM CST. A mandatory pre-proposal conference was held on August 25, 2026. Evaluation criteria include specialized experience (35 points), approach and work plan (40 points), organizational structure (15 points), and contract requirements (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Fee Proposal Form (Excel and signed PDF)
- Letter of Intent
- Accountant's Report
- Balance Sheet
- Income Statement
- Cash Flow Statement
- Financial Statement Footnotes
- IRS Tax transcript
- Contract Compliance Certification
- Utilization Plan
- M/W/DBE Waiver Request
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A (Fee Proposal Form)
- Attachment B (Letter of Intent)
- Attachment E (References)
- Attachment G (Affidavit of Compliance with Insurance Requirements)
- Attachment H (Respondent Preferred Property Type)
REQUIRED STAFFING
26- Submit to
- CHA Supplier Portal (https://supplier.thecha.org)
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chicago Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. 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: CHA Supplier Portal (https://supplier.thecha.org). For questions, contact David Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chicago Housing Authority in IL, 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 David Martin at (312) 786-3260. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Unarmed Family Officer, Unarmed Family Static Supervisor, Unarmed Family Mobile Supervisor, Armed Family Static Officer, Armed Family Mobile Officer, Armed Family Static Supervisor, Armed Family Mobile Supervisor, Unarmed Senior Officer, Unarmed Senior Static Supervisor, Unarmed Senior Mobile Superv. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fee Proposal Form (Excel and signed PDF), Letter of Intent, Accountant's Report, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement, Financial Statement Footnotes, IRS Tax transcript, Contract Compliance Certification, Utilization Plan, M/W/DBE Waiver Request. 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: "Specialized Experience and Past Performance (35 points), Approach and Work Plan (40 points), Organizational Structure and Key Personnel (15 points), Contract Requirements (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chicago Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Chicago Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Chicago Housing Authority 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: Attachment A (Fee Proposal Form), Attachment B (Letter of Intent), Attachment E (References), Attachment G (Affidavit of Compliance with Insurance Requirements), Attachment H (Respondent Preferred Pro. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Chicago Housing Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.