County of Volusia - Ocean Center Event Staffing and Event Security Services - 26-P-124JJ (2026)
Volusia CountyCounty · DeLand, FL- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 42 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- John Jankowich
- (386) 822-5764
The 30-second brief
Volusia County requests proposals for trained personnel to provide event staffing, entry security checkpoint screening, and in-event crowd management security services for the Ocean Center Convention Center and Event Venue located in Daytona Beach, Florida. Services cover three distinct service lines including ticket-taking, ushering, guest assistance, magnetometer screening, bag inspection, and crowd management for concerts and live entertainment events. The initial contract term is three years with options for two subsequent one-year renewals. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 13, 2026. Required qualifications include Florida Class B security officer licenses, FDOT traffic control certifications, and CPR/AED certifications.
Hourly rate for Event staff personnel, Hourly rate of on-site Event Staff Manager or Supervisor, Hourly rate for Entry Security (check point security) personnel, Hourly rate for on-site Entry Security (check point security) Manager or Supervisor, Hourly rate for In-Event Security personnel, Hourly rate for on-site In-Event Security Manager or Supervisor
Professional Qualifications & Training (30%), Company Experience (25%), Specific Project Approach for the Ocean Center (35%), Pricing Proposal (10%)
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Summary
Volusia County requests proposals for trained personnel to provide event staffing, entry security checkpoint screening, and in-event crowd management security services for the Ocean Center Convention Center and Event Venue located in Daytona Beach, Florida.
Services cover three distinct service lines including ticket-taking, ushering, guest assistance, magnetometer screening, bag inspection, and crowd management for concerts and live entertainment events. The initial contract term is three years with options for two subsequent one-year renewals. Proposals are due by December 9, 2026, with a non-mandatory pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 13, 2026. Required qualifications include Florida Class B security officer licenses, FDOT traffic control certifications, and CPR/AED certifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Hourly rate for Event staff personnel, Hourly rate of on-site Event Staff Manager or Supervisor, Hourly rate for Entry Security (check point security) personnel, Hourly rate for on-site Entry Security (check point security) Manager or Supervisor, Hourly rate for In-Event Security personnel, Hourly rate for on-site In-Event Security Manager or Supervisor
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Submittal_Form.pdf, Memorandum of Authority, W-9, Proof of Insurance, Volusia Hold Harmless Agreement, Florida Department of State Division of Corporations Detail by Entity Name Report, Prohibition Against Contingent Fees, Volusia Human Trafficking Attestation Form, References Form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/volusia
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Daytona Beach, FL
- Reported agency
- County of Volusia
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Volusia County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 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://procurement.opengov.com/portal/volusia. For questions, contact John Jankowich.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Volusia County in FL, 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 John Jankowich at (386) 822-5764. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hourly rate for Event staff personnel, Hourly rate of on-site Event Staff Manager or Supervisor, Hourly rate for Entry Security (check point security) personnel, Hourly rate for on-site Entry Security (check point security) Manager or Supervisor, Hourly rate for In-Event Security personnel, Hourly r. 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: "Professional Qualifications & Training (30%), Company Experience (25%), Specific Project Approach for the Ocean Center (35%), Pricing Proposal (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Volusia County?
All active and historical solicitations from Volusia County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Volusia County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Submittal_Form.pdf, Memorandum of Authority, W-9, Proof of Insurance, Volusia Hold Harmless Agreement, Florida Department of State Division of Corporations Detail by Entity Name Report, Prohibition Ag. Review the full document from Volusia County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Daytona Beach, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.