City of Columbia Request for Proposal 72/2026 - Temporary Security Services 2026
City of ColumbiaCity · Columbia, MO- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Hayley Hutton
- (573) 874-7374
The 30-second brief
City of Columbia is seeking proposals for temporary security services to support Parks and Recreation aquatic facilities and special events on an as-needed basis. The scope includes providing armed and unarmed uniformed security personnel, conducting foot patrols, maintaining visible presence, deterring criminal activity, monitoring facilities, responding to incidents, coordinating with law enforcement, enforcing facility rules, crowd management, and customer service. Contract term is one year with four additional one-year renewal periods. Submission deadline is October 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST. Questions are due by October 2, 2026. Evaluation is based on cost (60 points) and experience, reliability, expertise, and method of performance (40 points).
Firm, Fixed Price for armed uniformed officer; Firm, Fixed Price for armed uniformed officer on Holidays; Firm, Fixed Price for unarmed uniformed officer; Firm, Fixed Price for unarmed uniformed officer on Holidays; Additional cost for officer with a vehicle
Cost (60 points), Offeror's Experience, Reliability, Expertise of Personnel, and Method of Performance (40 points)
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Summary
City of Columbia is seeking proposals for temporary security services to support Parks and Recreation aquatic facilities and special events on an as-needed basis.
The scope includes providing armed and unarmed uniformed security personnel, conducting foot patrols, maintaining visible presence, deterring criminal activity, monitoring facilities, responding to incidents, coordinating with law enforcement, enforcing facility rules, crowd management, and customer service. Contract term is one year with four additional one-year renewal periods. Submission deadline is October 14, 2026 at 5:00 PM CST. Questions are due by October 2, 2026. Evaluation is based on cost (60 points) and experience, reliability, expertise, and method of performance (40 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Firm, Fixed Price for armed uniformed officer
- Firm, Fixed Price for armed uniformed officer on Holidays
- Firm, Fixed Price for unarmed uniformed officer
- Firm, Fixed Price for unarmed uniformed officer on Holidays
- Additional cost for officer with a vehicle
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Offeror Information
- Current/Prior Experience
- Expertise of Key Personnel
- Documentation of Intent to Participate
- Method of Performance
- Work Authorization Affidavit
- Miscellaneous Information
- W-9
- Submit to
- https://columbia.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=6088&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Columbia, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Columbia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: https://columbia.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=6088&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Hayley Hutton.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Columbia in MO, 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 Hayley Hutton at (573) 874-7374. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Firm, Fixed Price for armed uniformed officer; Firm, Fixed Price for armed uniformed officer on Holidays; Firm, Fixed Price for unarmed uniformed officer; Firm, Fixed Price for unarmed uniformed officer on Holidays; Additional cost for officer with a vehicle. 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: "Cost (60 points), Offeror's Experience, Reliability, Expertise of Personnel, and Method of Performance (40 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Columbia?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Columbia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Columbia 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 1 year. 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: Offeror Information, Current/Prior Experience, Expertise of Key Personnel, Documentation of Intent to Participate, Method of Performance, Work Authorization Affidavit, Miscellaneous Information, W-9. Review the full document from City of Columbia 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, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.