City of Malibu - Park Security Services Request for Proposals 2026
City of MalibuCity · Malibu, CA- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Kristin Riesgo
The 30-second brief
The City of Malibu is requesting written qualifications from professional park security service providers for comprehensive park security services at Malibu Bluffs Park (24250 Pacific Coast Hwy) and Legacy Park (23500 Civic Center Way) in Malibu, California. The 2-year contract requires providing and managing two armed guards certified for firearm use through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) along with one patrol vehicle, operating seven days a week for 8-hour or 12-hour shifts. Services include enforcing Malibu Municipal Code, reporting illegal activity such as encampments, open flames, and public nuisances to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Lost Hills Station, establishing incident documentation, and participating in community meetings. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. PST on Friday, February 27, 2026, with written inquiries for clarification due by February 18, 2026.
Two (2) armed guards and one patrol vehicle for park security services at Malibu Bluffs Park and Legacy Park; 8-hour and 12-hour daily shift coverage 7 days a week; incident documentation and reporting procedures; coordination and reporting of illegal activity to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
Organization, Credentials and Experience, Understanding of the Scope of Work, Professional Services Agreement compliance, Insurance, Litigation history, Fees
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Summary
The City of Malibu is requesting written qualifications from professional park security service providers for comprehensive park security services at Malibu Bluffs Park (24250 Pacific Coast Hwy) and Legacy Park (23500 Civic Center Way) in Malibu, California.
The 2-year contract requires providing and managing two armed guards certified for firearm use through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) along with one patrol vehicle, operating seven days a week for 8-hour or 12-hour shifts. Services include enforcing Malibu Municipal Code, reporting illegal activity such as encampments, open flames, and public nuisances to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Lost Hills Station, establishing incident documentation, and participating in community meetings. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. PST on Friday, February 27, 2026, with written inquiries for clarification due by February 18, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Organization
- Credentials and Experience
- Understanding of the Scope of Work
- Professional Services Agreement compliance
- Insurance
- Litigation history
- Fees
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Two (2) armed guards and one patrol vehicle for park security services at Malibu Bluffs Park and Legacy Park
- 8-hour and 12-hour daily shift coverage 7 days a week
- Incident documentation and reporting procedures
- Coordination and reporting of illegal activity to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Three prior client references
- Company qualifications and credentials
- Rate proposal under separate cover
- List of past/current/pending litigation
- Submit to
- [email protected] or City of Malibu, Attn: Kristin Riesgo, Community Services Director, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA 90265
- Scope location
- Malibu, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Malibu?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 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: [email protected] or City of Malibu, Attn: Kristin Riesgo, Community Services Director, 23825 Stuart Ranch Road, Malibu, CA 90265. For questions, contact Kristin Riesgo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Malibu in CA, 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 Kristin Riesgo. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two (2) armed guards and one patrol vehicle for park security services at Malibu Bluffs Park and Legacy Park; 8-hour and 12-hour daily shift coverage 7 days a week; incident documentation and reporting procedures; coordination and reporting of illegal activity to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Dep. 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: "Organization, Credentials and Experience, Understanding of the Scope of Work, Professional Services Agreement compliance, Insurance, Litigation history, Fees" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Malibu?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Malibu are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Malibu 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: Certificate of Liability Insurance, three prior client references, company qualifications and credentials, rate proposal under separate cover, list of past/current/pending litigation. Review the full document from City of Malibu for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Malibu, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
