Security Services at Davis and Parker Dams

Background
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation), specifically the Lower Colorado Basin, Lower Colorado Dams Office (LCDO), is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing armed security services at Davis and Parker Dams. This announcement aims to determine the availability and capability of qualified business concerns, including various small business classifications, to assist in formulating an appropriate acquisition strategy.

Work Details
The contractor is required to provide well-trained armed security personnel to support security operations at Davis Dam and Parker Dam. Key responsibilities include:

1. Working closely with Reclamation management and local, county, state, Tribal, and Federal law enforcement agencies.
2. Maintaining vigilance in identifying and reporting potential threats to safety and security of employees, visitors, facilities, and surrounding lands.
3. Serving as a visible deterrent to unlawful activities affecting public safety and land management.
4. Promptly notifying and coordinating with law enforcement and emergency response agencies regarding threats such as unauthorized access, trespassing, vandalism, etc.
5. Engaging professionally with the public by providing information and assistance as needed to promote a safe environment.

Period of Performance
The specific period of performance is not detailed in the solicitation; however, it will encompass the duration necessary for the contractor to fulfill the outlined tasks.

Place of Performance
The contract will be performed at Davis Dam located in Mohave County, Arizona, and Parker Dam located in La Paz County, Arizona. It will also include areas in Clark County, Nevada, and San Bernardino County, California.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must possess and maintain all necessary licenses required to operate as a private security company in each state where services are performed:

1. Arizona: Security guard agency license from the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS).
2. Nevada: Security company license from the Nevada Private Investigators Licensing Board (PILB).
3. California: Private Patrol Operator (PPO) license from the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS).

Additionally, all security personnel must have valid firearms permits and meet applicable training requirements.