The City of Minneapolis seeks a qualified security‑services provider to staff, manage, and operate 24/7 building security and event‑driven security at the Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) for a one‑year term, with up to four annual extensions. The contractor must supply personnel (patrol officers, event security, supervisors, armed guards, off‑duty police), uniforms, equipment, and training, and must comply with SEIU Local 26 collective‑bargaining requirements, living‑wage standards, and extensive background‑investigation and certification obligations. The contract is estimated at $1.7‑$2 M annually, potentially reaching $8.5‑$10 M over five years.
• Provide continuous building security (≈ 18 officers) and scalable event security (≈ 75‑125 staff) covering all MCC venues.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and compliance with union CBA, living‑wage, and displaced‑worker provisions; retain incumbent staff for 90 days.
• Deliver required uniforms, radios, body armor, and conduct state‑mandated training (12‑hour pre‑assignment, 6‑hour continuing, CPR/AED).
• Include off‑duty Minneapolis Police officers at $160/hr and optional armed security.
• Submit a detailed proposal by 3 Sept 2026 via the eSupplier portal, including cost breakdown, experience, and personnel qualifications.