Description
The State of South Carolina’s Workers’ Compensation Commission is seeking a qualified security firm to provide armed guard services at its Columbia headquarters. The contract will cover daily security presence during business hours, visitor screening, interior patrols, incident reporting, and emergency response for a three‑year period, with one‑year base term and two optional one‑year renewals. Offerors must demonstrate at least five years of armed‑security experience, hold all required SLED licenses and firearm permits, and be able to supply uniforms, equipment, and qualified personnel exclusively for this location. The award will go to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
• Provide armed security guards (minimum 5 years experience) Monday‑Friday, 8 am‑6 pm, with ability to extend beyond hours as needed.
• Must maintain SLED security‑officer registration, firearm permits, and all insurance requirements (CGL, auto, workers’ comp).
• Fixed‑price hourly rate of $20.00; total estimated cost ≈ $126,800 for three years.
• No subcontracting allowed; the contractor is fully responsible for supervision, training, and replacement of personnel within 24 hours of notice.