USD 443 Dodge City Public Schools Security Entrance Screening & Weapons Detection Services RFP 2026-2027
Dodge City Unified School District 443School · Dodge City, KS- Due
- Jul 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Patrick Crowdis
- (620) 371-1013
The 30-second brief
USD 443 Dodge City Public Schools is soliciting proposals for entrance security screening and weapons detection services at three schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by July 24, 2026.
Qualifications and experience, Quality of proposed personnel, Training and supervision, References, Cost, Overall responsiveness to the RFP
Hear what Dodge City Unified School District 443 plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
USD 443 Dodge City Public Schools is soliciting proposals for entrance security screening and weapons detection services at three schools for the 2026-2027 school year. Proposals are due by July 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications and experience
- Quality of proposed personnel
- Training and supervision
- References
- Cost
- Overall responsiveness to the RFP
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of Insurance
- Sample employee training outline
- Sample incident report
- Company Certification
REQUIRED STAFFING
Security Officer, Supervisor
- Submit to
- Dodge City, KS
- Scope location
- Dodge City, KS
- Reported agency
- USD 443 Dodge City Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dodge City Unified School District 443?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Dodge City, KS. For questions, contact Patrick Crowdis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dodge City Unified School District 443 in KS, 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 Patrick Crowdis at (620) 371-1013. 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 Officer, Supervisor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
Show 4 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and experience, Quality of proposed personnel, Training and supervision, References, Cost, Overall responsiveness to the RFP" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dodge City Unified School District 443?
All active and historical solicitations from Dodge City Unified School District 443 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dodge City Unified School District 443 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Insurance, Sample employee training outline, Sample incident report, Company Certification. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Dodge City Unified School District 443 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dodge City, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.