Security Protection Services

The State of Tennessee Department of Children’s Services is seeking a qualified security firm to provide unarmed Security Protection Officers (SPOs) for its facilities across all 83 counties, including county offices and transitional homes. The contractor must supply uniformed personnel who patrol, supervise youth, manage incidents, and respond to emergencies, adhering to DCS‑specified training, background‑check, and licensing requirements. Officers must be 21 + years old, hold a valid Tennessee security‑guard license, and be able to deploy within six hours of a placement request and replace a no‑show within two hours. The contract is a firm‑price, five‑year agreement with a $15 million ceiling; the incumbent rate is $33.25 per hour (base) and $49.87 per hour (holiday), with no overtime paid. The award process follows a two‑step technical and cost evaluation, with the final award expected in early November 2026. Key responsibilities include maintaining continuous coverage, submitting monthly rosters, and retaining required insurance and certifications throughout the contract term. • Provide unarmed security officers statewide on a “temporary, as‑needed” basis, covering 24/7 shifts at residential homes and 8 am‑4:30 pm at county offices. • Meet rapid‑response timelines: officer on‑site within 6 hours of request; replacement within 2 hours of vacancy. • Ensure all officers complete DCS‑mandated initial two‑day training and annual 2‑hour refresher, hold valid Tennessee guard licenses, and pass background checks. • Bill at fixed rates ($33.25 base, $49.87 holiday) with training hours billable; no overtime compensation.