MPCCD RFP- Campus Security and Safety Assessment

Background
The Monterey Peninsula Community College District (MPC) is a fully accredited California public community college located in Monterey. Known for its excellence in academic programs and student support services, MPC has an average enrollment of approximately 10,298 students. The college serves various communities including Big Sur, Carmel, and Seaside, and offers classes at multiple campuses.

This solicitation seeks proposals from qualified firms to conduct a Campus Security and Safety Assessment aimed at identifying gaps in security policies and practices, evaluating physical security factors, and developing an action plan to enhance safety for all campus stakeholders.

Work Details
The selected consultant will be expected to:
1. Review physical security measures including doors, locks, lighting, cameras, and emergency exits while evaluating campus characteristics such as enclosed spaces and accessibility of emergency call boxes.
2. Evaluate campus signage for usability by students and first responders.
3. Assess the accuracy of information provided to local police and fire departments for effective response.
4. Analyze the distribution of security resources during operational hours including staffing schedules and response times.
5. Review security staff training programs for effectiveness in de-escalation techniques.
6. Evaluate 'SafeColleges' training programs for clarity in guidelines for faculty and staff not trained as security personnel.
7. Recommend revisions to mechanisms for reporting threatening behavior among students.
8. Assess the Emergency Operations Plan against industry standards and recommend necessary updates.
9. Provide guidance on emergency response drills to improve readiness and effectiveness.
10. Review the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and recommend improvements to inspection procedures and timelines.
11. Assess safety technology use (e.g., alert systems) and recommend strategies for effective implementation.
12. Review compliance with safety-related policies such as the Clery Act and Title IX while engaging with campus stakeholders through surveys or interviews to develop actionable recommendations.

Period of Performance
The project is anticipated to start on March 11, 2026, with a final report due by May 1, 2026.

Place of Performance
The assessment will be conducted across various locations within the Monterey Peninsula Community College District including the Monterey Campus, Marina Campus, Public Safety Training Center in Seaside, and other off-campus locations.

Bidder Requirements
Proposals must demonstrate understanding of the scope of work, relevant experience with community college campus security challenges, qualifications of team members (certifications such as ASIS or CPTED), a proposed approach to the objectives outlined in the scope of work, detailed pricing, and three references from similar projects.