Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. Consultant Requirements: 1. It is Virginia Tech’s desire to contract with a vendor who can provide security operations consulting services, with an emphasis on major events and athletic venues. Some locations that may be of interest here on campus may include, but are not limited to: Lane Stadium, Cassell Coliseum, Burrus Hall, English Field at Atlantic Union Bank Park, etc. 2. The Contractor must have experience with the CEIA Open Gate Security Screening System. 3. The Contractor may be required to work with Virginia Tech’s existing security services provider to ensure proper services and procedures are in place. 4. Security consulting services may include, but are not limited to: a) Providing an initial assessment of Virginia Tech’s existing security infrastructure, policies, and procedures. b) Providing oversight during game day operations to ensure our security operations are running effectively and efficiently. c) To ensure Virginia Tech has purchased all of the required equipment and accessories, and advise if any additional equipment is recommended or necessary. d) Compile security operations data in order to provide informed recommendations based on industry best practices and compliance standards. e) Provide overall guidance to Virginia Tech on how to best utilize the CEIA Open Gate System and potential ways the University could improve upon its security screening process. B. Training: 1. The selected offeror shall provide all applicable training materials necessary to operate the provided equipment. Upon request by Virginia Tech, the selected offeror shall provide onsite training as necessary. The cost associated with any training should be included in the offeror’s pricing proposal based on an hourly rate. C. Mandatory Requirement of Submittal References: 1. The contractor shall have previous experience with providing security operations consulting services. Two references from clients on such work will be required as a part of your submission.
