Lodi Unified School District Security Consulting Services RFP #0000-5839-000-01 2026
Lodi UnifiedSchool · Lodi, CA- Due
- Jun 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Amberly Kidder
The 30-second brief
Lodi Unified School District is seeking proposals for a 3-year agreement for Security Consulting services across 49 K-12 school sites. The scope of work includes conducting annual lockdown drills and active shooter tabletop exercises, providing district-level safety training, coordinating Campus School Resource Officer (SRO) training, and performing protective security assessments. The selected consultant must possess a valid Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate. A mandatory informational meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Proposals are evaluated based on a best value methodology including price (100 points), technical expertise (50 points), and interviews (50 points). Submissions are due by 1:00 P.M. on June 24, 2026.
Bound copies, Unbound copy, Electronic copy on USB stick, Lockdown drill reports, District Safety Manual, Security assessments
Price, Technical expertise, Interview
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Summary
Lodi Unified School District is seeking proposals for a 3-year agreement for Security Consulting services across 49 K-12 school sites.
The scope of work includes conducting annual lockdown drills and active shooter tabletop exercises, providing district-level safety training, coordinating Campus School Resource Officer (SRO) training, and performing protective security assessments. The selected consultant must possess a valid Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certificate. A mandatory informational meeting is scheduled for June 3, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. Proposals are evaluated based on a best value methodology including price (100 points), technical expertise (50 points), and interviews (50 points). Submissions are due by 1:00 P.M. on June 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Technical expertise
- Interview
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bound copies
- Unbound copy
- Electronic copy on USB stick
- Lockdown drill reports
- District Safety Manual
- Security assessments
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- POST certificate
- Insurance letter
- Resumes
- Organizational chart
- Price Proposal
- General Services Agreement confirmation
REQUIRED STAFFING
Consultant
- Submit to
- 880 N. Guild Ave., Lodi, CA 95240
- Scope location
- Lodi, CA
- Reported agency
- Lodi Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lodi Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 24, 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: 880 N. Guild Ave., Lodi, CA 95240. For questions, contact Amberly Kidder.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lodi Unified 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 Amberly Kidder. 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: Consultant. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bound copies, Unbound copy, Electronic copy on USB stick, Lockdown drill reports, District Safety Manual, Security assessments. 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: "Price, Technical expertise, Interview" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lodi Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Lodi Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lodi Unified 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.
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: POST certificate, Insurance letter, Resumes, Organizational chart, Price Proposal, General Services Agreement confirmation. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Lodi Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lodi, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.