REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRIAN BARR, Director
General Services Department
BY: MELISSA PERALES, Purchasing Manager
General Services Department, Purchasing Division
SUBJECT
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Approve the award of a citywide requirements contract to Universal Protection Services, LP dba Allied Universal Services of Fresno, California for one year with four optional one-year extensions for security services in an amount not to exceed $3,350,000 per year plus annual CPI and minimum wage increases (Bid File 9686)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends Council approve the award of a citywide requirements contract to Universal Protection Services, LP dba Allied Universal Services of Fresno, California for one year with four optional one-year extensions for security services in an amount not to exceed $3,350,000 per year plus annual CPI and minimum wage increases.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The General Services Department, Purchasing Division, solicited proposals through the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for citywide security services. The RFP was publicly advertised on September 19, 2024, and proposals were due October 22, 2024. The Purchasing Division received 19 proposals by the proposal deadline.
Following a thorough evaluation, the selection committee unanimously agreed that Universal Protection Services, LP dba Allied Universal Services provided the best value to the City. The recommended proposer demonstrated superior service capabilities, enhanced security measures, and additional value-added services that align with the City's operational needs.
BACKGROUND
The General Services Department, Purchasing Division, is responsible for administering the citywide agreement for security services. The RFP sought proposals for a one-year contract with four (4) optional one-year extensions. The locations included in the RFP are the Municipal Service Center, City Hall, Santa Fe Depot, various public artwork pieces, various parks, warming and cooling centers, Police Head...
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