Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Ken Binder, Sheriff
Subject: Agreement with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. for Sheriff’s Office Security Services
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing:
The President of the Board to execute an agreement with Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. for the provision of security services at various County sites for the term of December 1, 2026 through November 30, 2029, in an amount not to exceed $12,633,961.79 including a 3% contingency factor, with the option to extend for two years through November 30, 2031; and
The Sheriff or Sheriff’s designee to exercise the contractual option at the Sheriff’s discretion and execute contract amendments which modify the contract term and/or services so long as the modified term or service is/are within the current or revised fiscal provisions.
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BACKGROUND:
San Mateo County has used contract security services at various locations since 1993. The County currently uses these services at sites including the Hall of Justice, Courts, and the Youth Services Center. Contract security personnel screen incoming visitors for weapons; provide protection for County employees, customers, jury members, and the general public; protect property; respond to emergencies in cooperation with first responder fire, law enforcement, or paramedic agencies; observe and report suspicious or risk-prone situations to appropriate law enforcement agencies; and through their presence, provide a deterrent to threats or acts of violence against County employees, the general public, and private and public property.
The existing contract for security guard services will expire on November 30, 2026.
DISCUSSION:
In February 2026, County Procurement issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for general security services. Fifteen proposals were received and evaluated by an RFP committee consisting of representatives from various Count...
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