Housing Authority of Kern Security Guard Services RFP 2026
Housing Authority of the county of KernLocal Housing Authority · Bakersfield, CA- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Stephen Pelz
- (661) 631-8500 ext 2005
The 30-second brief
Seeks proposals for security guard services for multiple locations including Park Place/Village Park, Park 20th, Green Gardens/Haven Cottages, Milestone Chester, Milestone Union, and Plaza Towers/Annex. Services include uniformed guard, grounds patrol, access control, and incident reporting.
Hourly rate for labor and equipment, Holiday rate if applicable and list of holidays, Availability- Contractor contract commencement, Proof of State license, Qualifications and references, Company qualifications, References, Resumes of personnel assigned to the project, References of any support staff
Hourly Rate: 60%, Qualifications & references: 40%
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Summary
Seeks proposals for security guard services for multiple locations including Park Place/Village Park, Park 20th, Green Gardens/Haven Cottages, Milestone Chester, Milestone Union, and Plaza Towers/Annex. Services include uniformed guard, grounds patrol, access control, and incident reporting.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Hourly Rate: 60%, Qualifications & references: 40%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Hourly rate for labor and equipment
- Holiday rate if applicable and list of holidays
- Availability- Contractor contract commencement
- Proof of State license
- Qualifications and references
- Company qualifications
- References
- Resumes of personnel assigned to the project
- References of any support staff
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1: Proposal Form
REQUIRED STAFFING
security guard
- Scope location
- Bakersfield, CA
- Reported agency
- Housing Authority of the County of Kern
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of the county of Kern?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 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. For questions, contact Stephen Pelz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of the county of Kern 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 Stephen Pelz at (661) 631-8500 ext 2005. 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: security guard. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Hourly rate for labor and equipment, Holiday rate if applicable and list of holidays, Availability- Contractor contract commencement, Proof of State license, Qualifications and references, Company qualifications, References, Resumes of personnel assigned to the project, References of any support sta. 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: "Hourly Rate: 60%, Qualifications & references: 40%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of the county of Kern?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of the county of Kern are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of the county of Kern 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: Attachment 1: Proposal Form. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Housing Authority of the county of Kern for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bakersfield, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
