Specifications include, but are not limited to: The uniformed security guard is to provide security services for the Department building from 7:45am until 5:15pm each day (47.5 hours per week) that the Department is open for business (Monday through Friday). Additional Security could be required, such as after-hours Public Hearings or other Department needs. This would only consist of a few hours and only within the Austin-Metro area. Notice of such need will be given to the Successful Vendor a week or more prior to any event scheduled. These occurrences are rare; however the Department would like to include this within the scope of work. The uniformed security guard will monitor the building for entering and exiting employees and visitors. The guard will walk each floor occupied by the Department each day at 7:45am and 5:00pm to check for unauthorized persons and for general security of the building. This contract shall not be assigned or subcontracted without the written consent of the Department. TDHCA Staff Services will monitor and be responsible for coordination for the Security Guard Services. All communication will be directed through Staff Services. The Vendor shall have the following: A valid Guard Company License issued by, and be in good standing with the Texas Private Security Board of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) and have current licenses, registrations and permits for all its security personnel as mandated by local, state and federal requirements. The Vendor shall be responsible for the complete performance of all the work under this Contract and approved by the Department.
