UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES FOR BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY

The City of Bridgeport is seeking proposals for unarmed security guard services for the Bridgeport Public Library. The selected contractor will provide security guard services at the main library and five branch locations. The contract will be for a period of one year with two optional one-year renewals. The contractor will be responsible for providing trained security guards, supervision, and equipment. The library hours of operation and security hours needed by location are provided in the RFP document. The contractor must have at least five years of experience in providing security guard services and must possess a valid security guard certification card from the State of Connecticut. Some key responsibilities of the security guards include: interacting professionally with the public and library personnel, enforcing the "Smoke Free Campus" policy, contacting the City of Bridgeport Police Department for emergency situations, and responding to requests by facility supervisors. • Provide security guard services at the main library and five branch locations • Ensure that all security guards are trained and certified • Provide supervision and equipment for security guards • Respond to emergencies and requests by facility supervisors • Enforce library rules and regulations • Maintain a professional and courteous demeanor at all times