Notice Of Emergency Procurement By: Department of Social Services

The South Carolina Department of Social Services issued an emergency procurement to obtain unarmed security services for its offices due to a surge in aggressive behavior by children awaiting placement. The agency cited statutory authority under S.C. Code Ann. §11‑35‑1570 and highlighted safety concerns for both staff and children. The contract was awarded to Care for All, LLC for a total amount of $63,000. • Purpose: Provide immediate, unarmed security personnel to protect DSS staff and children in high‑risk office environments. • Scope: On‑site security presence during daytime and evening hours, covering multiple locations in upstate South Carolina (including Greenville and Spartanburg). • Context: Emergency situation driven by placement shortages, mental‑health challenges, and recent incidents involving law enforcement intervention.