Valley Sanitary District - Security and Protective Services - RFP 2026-RFP-007 (2026)
Valley Sanitary DistrictUtility District · Indio, CA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ian Wilson
- (760) 238-5400 ext 154
The 30-second brief
Valley Sanitary District is requesting proposals from qualified security firms for overnight unarmed mobile security patrol services at its wastewater treatment plant facility located in Indio, Riverside County. The scope requires continuous on-site staffing with at least one qualified, uniformed, unarmed security officer during scheduled shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., seven days a week, including weekends and 14 designated holidays. Services include randomized vehicle and foot patrols, alarm monitoring and response, access control, visitor and credential procedures, incident reporting, and an automated guard tour tracking system. Proposers must furnish a contractor-provided patrol vehicle, fuel, communications equipment, uniforms, and all necessary tools. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, with questions due by November 5, 2026.
Understanding of project and project approach (30%), Scope of work and schedule (25%), Relevant qualifications/experience (25%), Overall quality of proposal (10%), Cost evaluation (10%)
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Summary
Valley Sanitary District is requesting proposals from qualified security firms for overnight unarmed mobile security patrol services at its wastewater treatment plant facility located in Indio, Riverside County.
The scope requires continuous on-site staffing with at least one qualified, uniformed, unarmed security officer during scheduled shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., seven days a week, including weekends and 14 designated holidays. Services include randomized vehicle and foot patrols, alarm monitoring and response, access control, visitor and credential procedures, incident reporting, and an automated guard tour tracking system. Proposers must furnish a contractor-provided patrol vehicle, fuel, communications equipment, uniforms, and all necessary tools. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, with questions due by November 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/valley-sanitary
- Scope location
- Indio, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Valley Sanitary District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/valley-sanitary. For questions, contact Ian Wilson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Valley Sanitary District 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 Ian Wilson at (760) 238-5400 ext 154. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Understanding of project and project approach (30%), Scope of work and schedule (25%), Relevant qualifications/experience (25%), Overall quality of proposal (10%), Cost evaluation (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Valley Sanitary District?
All active and historical solicitations from Valley Sanitary District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Valley Sanitary District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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. Review the full document from Valley Sanitary District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Indio, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.