Security Services for Seattle Public Utilities

Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) is seeking an experienced vendor to provide unarmed security guard services—including fixed‑post, roving patrol, and emergency response—across its water, drainage, wastewater, solid waste, and resource‑management facilities throughout Seattle and King County. The contract is a five‑year firm‑fixed‑price agreement (with one optional two‑year extension) valued at roughly $400 K per year based on prior spend. Vendors must demonstrate at least three years of security‑guard experience, hold the appropriate Washington State security licenses, and be able to supply 24/7 emergency dispatch, key control, and a reserve pool of qualified personnel. Service hours range from 28 to 188 hours per week and must cover holidays, weekends, and emergencies. The vendor will be responsible for uniforms, equipment, vehicles, reporting via SPU’s OMNIGO system, and monthly invoicing. A non‑mandatory pre‑bid conference is scheduled for September 15, 2026; questions are due by October 12, 2026, and sealed bids are due October 19, 2026. • Unarmed security (fixed‑post, roving, emergency) for SPU assets in Seattle/King County • Minimum 3 years security‑guard experience; prior public‑sector contract required • Must hold WA security‑guard license (RCW 18.170, WAC 308‑18) • Provide 24/7 emergency dispatch, key control, and reserve staff pool • Service hours 28‑188 hrs/week, covering all holidays and weekends • Contract term: 5 years (option for one 2‑year extension) • Estimated annual spend ≈ $400 K (≈ $2 M over 5 years) • Pre‑bid conference (non‑mandatory) 9/15/2026; questions due 10/12/2026; bid deadline 10/19/2026.