Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Claire Cunningham, Director, Human Services Agency
Subject: Agreement with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. to provide security services for the term of December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029, for a total obligation amount not to exceed $3,500,000.
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BACKGROUND:
The Human Services Agency (HSA) provides essential services to San Mateo County residents through multiple county offices that serve clients and members of the public in person. Given the public-facing nature of these services, maintaining a safe and secure environment is essential to protecting employees, clients, and visitors and ensuring the continued delivery of services. Since 2013, HSA has utilized professional security services to help deter disruptive behavior, prevent and respond to potential safety concerns, and support the safety and security of its county facilities.
In February 2026, the County Procurement Department completed a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking a provider of security services to support county departments. Of the fifteen (15) vendors that submitted proposals, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. (Inter-con) was selected based on the established evaluation criteria, including the proposed method and approach to service delivery and the vendor’s organizational experience.
Following completion of the RFP process, county departments were authorized to negotiate individual agreements with the selected contractor to address their specific security needs.
DISCUSSION:
HSA is requesting to enter into a three (3) year agreement with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. to provide security services at seven (7) county offices for the period of December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029, for a total obligation amount not to exceed $3,500,000. These services wil...
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