Emergency Procurement for Unarmed Security Services

The South Carolina Department of Social Services issued an emergency procurement to obtain unarmed security services for its offices due to heightened aggression and safety concerns involving children awaiting placement. The award was made to Chief Services and Security Solutions, Inc. for a total contract amount of $240,000. The contract is intended to provide immediate, on‑site security personnel to protect staff and clients in DSS facilities throughout the state, especially in the Upstate Region (Greenville and Spartanburg). • Emergency/sole‑source award under SC Code §11‑35‑1570. • Scope: Unarmed security personnel for daytime and evening coverage at DSS offices. • Budget: $240,000 for the immediate security services.