PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made this day of , 2026, by the CITY OF GARDEN GROVE, a municipal corporation, ("CITY") and Lyons Security Service, Inc., herein after referred to as “CONTRACTOR”.
RECITALS
The following recitals are a substantive part of this Agreement:
1. This Agreement is entered into pursuant to Garden Grove COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION, DATED _____________________.
2. CITY desires to utilize the services of CONTRACTOR Provide Security Services at Various Parks in the City of Garden Grove per the Scope of Work, Attachment A and RFP S-1377.
3. CONTRACTOR is qualified by virtue of experience, training, education and expertise to accomplish services.
AGREEMENT
THE PARTIES MUTUALLY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:
1. Term of Agreement: The term of the agreement shall be from full execution of the agreement through June 30, 2026, or until funds are depleted, with an option to extend said agreement four (4) additional fiscal years. Option years shall be exercised one (1) fiscal year at a time, pending the result of the initial pilot program, availability of funding, and at the sole option of the CITY. This agreement may be terminated by the CITY without cause. In such event, the CITY will compensate CONSULTANT for work performed to date in accordance with the Scope of Work which is attached as Attachment “A” and is hereby incorporated by reference. Consultant is required to present evidence to support performed work.
2. Services to be Provided. The services to be performed by CONTRACTOR shall consist of tasks as set forth in the Scope of Work. The Scope of Work is attached as Attachment “A”, and is incorporated herein by reference. The Scope of Work and this Agreement do not guarantee any specific amount of work.
3. Compensation. CONTRACTOR shall be compensated as follows:
3.1 AMOUNT. Total Compensation for this agreement shall not exceed an amount of One Hundred Eighty Five Thousand dollars ($185,000.00), for the initial period of the contract , in arrears and in accordance with RFP No. S-1377 and the PROPOSAL PRICING FORM/BEST AND FINAL OFFER, which is attached as A ttachment “B ,” and is hereby incorporated by reference. CONTRACTOR warrants that all services will be performed in a competent, professional and satisfactory manner in accordance with the standards prevalent in the industry for such services. CONTRACTOR shall not be compensated for any services rendered in connection w ith its performance of this Agreement, which are in addition to those set forth herein, unless such additional services are authorized in advance and in writing by the City Manager. The Proposal and this Agreement do not guarantee any specific amount of work.
3.2 Payment For work under this Agreement, payment shall be made per invoice for work completed. Within 45 day of delivery of goods or completion of performance of services, CONTRACTOR must promptly render an invoice to CITY or payment may be significantly delayed. For extra work not a part of this Agreement, a written authorization by CITY will be required, and payment shall be based on schedule included in PROPOSAL PRICING FORM /BEST AND FINAL OFFER , Attachment “B”.
For extra work not a part of this Agreement, a written authorization by CITY will be required, and payment shall be based on schedule included in PROPOSAL PRICING FORM/BEST AND FINAL OFFER, Attachment “B.
All work shall be in accordance with RFP. No. S-1377.
3.3 Records of Expenses. CONTRACTOR shall keep complete and accurate records of all costs and expenses incidental to services covered by this Agreement. These records will be made available at reasonable times to CITY.
3.4 Termination. CITY shall have the right to terminate thi s agreement, without cause, by giving thirty (30) days written notice of termination. If the Agreement is terminated by CITY, then the provisions of paragraph 3 would apply to that portion of the work completed.
4.Insurance Requirements
4.1 Commencement of Work. CONTRACTOR shall not commence work under this Agreement until all certificates and endorsements have been received and approved by the CITY. All insurance required by this Agreement shall contain a Statement of Obligation on the part of the carrier to notify the CITY of any material change, cancellation, or termination at least thirty (30) days in advance.
4.2 Workers Compensation Insurance. For the duration of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR and all subcontractors shall maintain Workers Compensation Insurance in the amount and type required by law, if applicable. The insurer shall waive its rights of subrogation against the CITY, its officers, officials, agents, employees, and volunteers.
4.3 INSURANCE AMOUNTS . CONTRACTOR shall maintain the following insurance for the duration of this Agreement:
(a) Commercial general liability in an amount of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence (claims made and modified occurrence
policies are not acceptable); Insurance companies must
be acceptable to CITY and have a Best’s Guide Rating of A- , Class VII or better, as approved by the CITY.
(b) Automobile liability in an amount of $1,000,000.00
combined single limit (claims made and modified
occurrence policies are not acceptable); Insurance
companies must be acceptable to CITY and have a Best’s Guide Rating of A-, Class VII or better, as approved by the CITY.
(c) Professional liability in an amount not less than $1,000,000.
Insurance companies must be admitted and licensed In
California and have a Best’s Guide Rating of A-Class VII or better, as approved by the City. If the policy is written on a “claims made” basis, the policy shall be continued in full force and e ffect at all times during the term of the
agreement, and for a period of three (3) years from the date of the completion of services provided. In the event of termination, cancellation, or material change in the policy, professional/consultant shall obtai n continuing insurance coverage for the prior acts or omissions of
professional/consultant during the course of performing services under the term of the agreement. The coverage shall be evidenced either by a new policy evidencing no gap in coverage, or b y obtaining separate extended “tail”
coverage with the present or new carrier.
An On-Going and Completed Operations Additional Insured Endorsement for the policy under section 4.3 (a) shall designate CITY, it’s officers, officials, employees, agents, an d volunteers as additional insureds for liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR shall provide to CITY proof of insurance and endorsement forms that conform to CITY’s requirements, as approved by the CITY.
An Additional Insured Endorsement for the policy under section 4.3 (b) shall designate CITY, it’s officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds for automobiles, owned, leased, hired, or borrowed by the CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR shall provide to CITY proof of insurance and endorsement forms that conform to CITY’s requirements, as approved by the CITY.
For any claims related to this Agreement, CONTRACTOR s insurance coverage shall be primary insurance as respects CITY, it’s officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers. Any insurance or self - insurance maintained by the CITY, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers shall be excess of the CONTRACTOR’s insurance and shall not contribute with it.
If CONTRACTOR maintains higher insurance limits than the minimums shown above, CONTRACTOR shall provide coverage f or the higher insurance limits otherwise maintained by the CONTRACTOR.
5. Non-Liability of Officials and Employees of the CITY. No official or employee of CITY shall be personally liable to CONTRACTOR in the event of any default or breach by CITY, or for any amount which may become due to CONTRACTOR.
6. Non-Discrimination. CONTRACTOR covenants there shall be no discrimination against any person or group due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, age, handicap, national origin, or ancestry, in any activity pursuant to this Agreement.
7. Independent Contractor. It is agreed to that CONTRACTOR shall act and be an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of the CITY, and shall obtain no rights to any benefits which accrue to CITY'S employees.
8. Compliance with Law. CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations of the federal, state, and local government.
CONTRACTOR shall comply with, and shall be responsible for causing all contractors and subcontractors performing any of the work pursuant to this Agreement to comply with, all applicable federal and state labor standards, including, to the extent applicable, the prevailing wage requirements promulgated by the Director of Industrial Relations of the State of California Department of Labor. The City makes no warranty or representation concerning whether any of the work performed pursuant to this Agreement constitutes public works subject to the prevailing wage requirements.
9. Notices. All notices shall be personally delivered or mailed to the below listed address, or to such other addresses as may be designated by written notice.
These addresses shall be used for delivery of service of process.
a. (CONTRACTOR)
Lyon’s Security Service, Inc.
Attention: Nicholas Guidice, President
505 S. Villa Real Drive #203A
Anaheim, CA 92807
b. (Address of CITY) (with a copy to):
City of Garden Grove Garden Grove City Attorney
11222 Acacia Parkway 11222 Acacia Parkway
Garden Grove, CA 92840 Garden Grove, CA 92840
10. CONTRACTOR'S PROPOSAL. This Agreement shall include CONTRACTOR'S proposal or bid which shall be incorporated herein by reference. In the event of any inconsistency between the terms of the proposal and this Agreement, this Agreement shall govern.
11. Licenses, Permits, and Fees. At its sole expense, CONTRACTOR shall obtain a Garden Grove Business License, all permits, and licenses as may be required by this Agreement.
12. Familiarity with Work. By executing this Agreement, CONTRACTOR warrants that: (1) it has investigated the work to be performed; (2) it has investigated the site of the work and is aware of all conditions there; and (3) it understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions of the work under this Agreement.
Should Contractor discover any latent or unknown conditions materially differing from those inherent in the work or as represented by CITY, it shall immediately inform CITY of this and shall not proceed, except at CONTRACTOR’s risk, until written instructions are received from CITY.
13. Time of Essence. Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.
14. Limitations Upon Subcontracting and Assignment . The experience, knowledge, capability, and reputation of CON TRACTOR, its principals and employees were a substantial inducement for CITY to enter into this Agreement.
CONTRACTOR shall not contract with any other entity to perform the services required without written approval of the CITY. This Agreement may not be assigned voluntarily or by operation of law, without the prior written approval of CITY. If CON TRACTOR is permitted to subcontract any part of this Agreement, CON TRACTOR shall be responsible to CITY for the acts and omissions of its subcontractor as it is for persons directly employed. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create any contractual relationship between any subcontractor and CITY. All persons engaged in the work will be considered employees of CON TRACTOR. CITY will deal directly with and will make all payments to CONTRACTOR.
15. Authority to Execute. The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties warrant that they are duly authorized to execute this Agreement and that by executing this Agreement, the parties are formally bound.
16. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONTRACTOR shall defend, and hold harmless CITY and its elective or appointive boards, officers, agents, and employees from any and all claims, liabilities, expenses, or damages of any nature, including attorneys' f ees, for injury or death of any person, or damages of any nature, including interference with use of property, arising out of, or in any way connected with the negligence, recklessness and/or intentional wrongful conduct of CONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR’s agents, officers, employees, subcontractors, or independent contractors hired by CONTRACTOR in the performance of the Agreement. The only exception to CONTRACTOR’s responsibility to protect, defend, and hold harmless CITY, is due to the sole negligence, reckless ness and/or wrongful conduct of CITY, or any of its elective or appointive boards, officers, agents, or employees.
This hold harmless agreement shall apply to all liability regardless of whether any insurance policies are applicable. The policy limits do not act as a limitation upon the amount of indemnification to be provided by CONTRACTOR.
17. Appropriations. This Agreement is subject to and contingent upon funds being appropriated therefor by the Garden Grove City Council for each fiscal year covered by the term of this Agreement. If such appropriations are not made, this Agreement shall automatically termin ate without penalty to the CITY.
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IN WITNESS THEREOF, these parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year shown below.
Date: _____________ "CITY"
CITY OF GARDEN GROVE
By:___________________________
City Manager
ATTESTED:
____________________________
City Clerk
Date: _______________________
"CONTRACTOR"
Lyon’s Security Service, Inc.
By: ___________________________
Name:__________________________
Title:___________________________
Date: __________________________
Tax ID No. ______________________
If CON TRACTOR is a corporation, a
Corporate Resolution and/or Corporate
Seal is required. If a partnership,
Statement of Partnership must be
submitted to CITY.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Garden Grove City Attorney
________________________
Date
RFP No. S-1377
ATTACHMENT “A”
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Restroom & Park Security Pilot Program
Scope of Work to Provide Security Services at Various Parks in the City of Garden Grove
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The City of Garden Grove is initiating a Park Security Pilot Program to provide dedicated, uniformed security services at designated park locations. The goal of the program is to reduce vandalism, drug use, unauthorized overnight camping, and other activities that contribute to park and restroom closures. A consistent security presence will help ensure restrooms and other public amenities remain open, clean, and safe for community use.
The pilot program will last a minimum of one (1) six (6) month term but not exceeding a year or until funds are exhausted, whatever comes first. However, depending on the success of the pilot program, the city will have the option to extend for up to four (4) one-year terms.
COMMUNITY PROFILE
The City of Garden Grove is located in central Orange County approximately twenty- five miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles. With a population of approximately 176,277, it is the fifth largest city in Orange County and the twenty -eighth largest in the State of California. The City incorporated on June 18, 1956.
The City spans an area of 17.9 square miles and is a general law city in the State of California. It has a Council-Manager form of government. On May 10, 2016, the City of Garden Grove adopted Or dinance No. 2866 changing the City’s at -large system of electing City Council Members to a By -District Election system and established the boundary lines of the six districts. While the Mayor continues to be elected at - large for a two-year term, the six City Council members are elected by districts for four-year staggered terms. The City Council engages the City Manager and City Attorney. The City Manager has the responsibility for hiring the department heads and for administering the City's programs in acc ordance with the policies adopted by the City Council.
Garden Grove is a full service city. The services provided by the City include police, paramedic, street maintenance, park maintenance, water, sewer, refuse, recreation, traffic/transportation, public improvements, planning, zoning, and general administrative services. Effective August 16, 2019, the City contracted with Orange County Fire Authority to provide fire protection and paramedic services. Therefore, the Fire portion of the City’s Safety non-pooled plan became a closed plan effective August 16, 2019.
The City’s adopted operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26 is $260 million, of which $127 million was General Fund. Total authorized full-time positions are 557, among which 252 are Safety Police personnel.
PURPOSE: Provide unarmed security services during park hours at the following locations, divided into three service areas:
Area #1-One guard required for this area
Garden Grove Park
9401 Westminster Ave.
Garden Grove, Ca 92843
Area #2-One guard required for this area
(2 parks)
Haster Basin** Pioneer Park*
11300 Stanford Ave. 12722 Chapman Ave.
Garden Grove, Ca 92840 Garden Grove, CA 92840
Area #3-One guard required for this area
(3 parks)
Chapman Sports Complex* Eastgate Park Magnolia Park
11700 Knott St. 12001 St. Mark St. 11402 Magnolia St.
Garden Grove, Ca 92841 Garden Grove, CA 92845 Garden Grove, CA 92841 * Denotes park facilities owned by the Garden Grove Unified School District and maintained by the City of Garden Grove
** Denotes park facilities partially owned by the City of Garden Grove and the County of Orange
1. Contractor Responsibilities
The selected contractor shall furnish trained, licensed, and uniformed security guards to perform the following services at various City parks and recreational facilities. Unless otherwise specified, the following services apply to all assigned sites:
1.1 Patrol and Public Safety
● Conduct visible, proactive foot patrols throughout assigned areas. ● Promote an orderly and welcoming environment for park users. ● Respond to public inquiries and provide general assistance (e.g., lost children, directions, loose animals).
● Monitor public gatherings and activities; issue verbal warnings as needed. ● Contact appropriate emergency personnel (e.g., GGPD, OCFA, Public Works, Park Patrol, Be Well OC) when necessary.
● Call 911 in the event of an emergency.
● Respond to excessive noise complaints within park hours (including shelters, buildings, skate parks, fitness areas etc.).
1.2 Restroom Monitoring
● Inspect restrooms regularly for cleanliness, vandalism, misuse, overuse, or loitering.
● Secure restrooms deemed unsafe or unsanitary and immediately notify the designated City contact.
1.3 Facility and Asset Security
● Ensure that all building doors and windows are secured during and after shifts.
● Lock gates, doors, and access points at designated closing times. ● Ensure swimming pools at Eastgate and Magnolia parks are locked and secured when not in use.
● Monitor athletic fields to ensure they are used only during permitted hours (City will provide schedules for Garden Grove Park Softball Fields, Chapman Hockey Rink, Pioneer Park, and Garden Grove Park indoor soccer). If unpermitted use is taking place, notify city Park patrol.
1.4 Park Rules Enforcement
● Observe compliance with posted park rules and regulations. ● Issue verbal warnings to patrons when violations occur. ● Take appropriate action in cases of disturbances, infractions, or misconduct. ● Monitor leash law compliance; if unaddressed, notify Garden Grove Animal Control.
● Monitor, document, and report illegal feeding of wildlife or undomesticated animals at city owned parks.
1.5 Vandalism and Graffiti Prevention
● Monitor and report all instances of graffiti, vandalism, or property damage. ● Act as a visual deterrent and support prevention through patrol presence
2. Schedule and Patrol Hours
● Security patrols shall consist of 8 hours per day, not to exceed 56 hours per week unless approved in writing by the City.
● City parks and trails are open daily from 6:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. ● Security guard shifts and assignments will be established by the City based on site-specific needs.
● The below schedules are tentative and subject to change based on park usage, events, and seasonal adjustments.
● Area #1 Garden Grove Park
Summer hours
○ Mon 11:30p-7:30p
○ Tue 11:30p-7:30p
○ Wed 11:30p-7:30p
○ Thu 11:30p-7:30p
○ Fri 12:30p-8:30p
○ Sat 11:00a-7:00p
○ Sun 11:00a-7:00
Winter Hours
○ Mon 9:30p-5:30p
○ Tue 9:30p-5:30p
○ Wed 9:30p-5:30p
○ Thu 9:30p-5:30p
○ Fri 9:30p-5:30p
○ Sat 9:00p-5:00p
○ Sun 9:00a-5:00
● Area #2 Haster Basin** & Pioneer Park
Summer hours
○ Mon 12:00p-8:00p
○ Tue 12:00p-8:00p
○ Wed 12:00p-8:00p
○ Thu 12:00p-8:00p
○ Fri 12:00p-8:00p
○ Sat 12:00p-8:00p
○ Sun 12:00p-8:00p
Winter Hours
○ Mon 9:30p-5:30p
○ Tue 9:30p-5:30p
○ Wed 9:30p-5:30p
○ Thu 9:30p-5:30p
○ Fri 9:30p-5:30p
○ Sat 9:00p-5:00p
○ Sun 9:00a-5:00
** Schedule subject to change depending on County park security contractor schedule.
● Area #3 Chapman Sports Complex, Eastgate Park, & Magnolia Park Summer hours
○ Mon 1:00p-9:00p
○ Tue 1:00p-9:00p
○ Wed 1:00p-9:00p
○ Thu 1:00p-9:00p
○ Fri 1:00p-9:00p
○ Sat 10:00a-6:00p
○ Sun 10:00a-6:00p
Winter Hours
○ Mon 1:00p-9:00p
○ Tue 1:00p-9:00p
○ Wed 1:00p-9:00p
○ Thu 1:00p-9:00p
○ Fri 1:00p-9:00p
○ Sat 9:00a-5:00p
○ Sun 9:00a-5:00p
3. Reporting Requirements
The contractor shall submit electronic daily reports for each site. Reports are due by the Monday following the week of service and must include the following:
● Date of Service
● First and Last Name of Guard Submitting the Report
● Shift Time (e.g., 7:30 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.)
● Patrol Assignment (e.g., Haster Basin and Pioneer Park) ● Summary of observations, incidents, and all contacts with emergency or City personnel
3.1 Immediate Reporting
The following incidents must be documented in the daily report and reported immediately to the designated City contact and/or emergency personnel, as appropriate:
● Vandalism
● Criminal Activity
● Property Damage
● Unauthorized Access
● Abandoned Vehicles (on site more than 3 consecutive days) ● Unauthorized Encampments or Occupation
4. Licensing and Background Requirements
All security guards must meet the following minimum qualifications:
● Possess a valid Guard Card issued by the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)
● Pass Live Scan background checks through the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the California Department of Justice (DOJ) ● Complete and pass a drug screening
● The Contractor is responsible for all costs associated with licensing, background checks, and drug testing
5. Guard Expectations and Conduct
All security personnel assigned to this program shall meet the following expectations:
● Be uniformed, licensed, and insured while on duty
● Carry valid Guard Cards on their person at all times
● Provide courteous, attentive, and professional service ● Guards may not have personal guests on-site during shifts ● When responding to violations, assess the situation and call the appropriate personnel. Guards must remain onsite until emergency responders arrive, if applicable
6. Guard Responsibilities
6.1 Professionalism
● Maintain a helpful and respectful attitude at all times ● Treat the public and City staff with professionalism
● Exercise firmness when necessary in a polite and courteous manner ● Be aware that their behavior reflects the City’s policies and values ● Be prepared to calmly handle resistance or difficult behavior
6.2 Decision-Making
● Evaluate situations quickly and determine the appropriate response ● Know when to involve City personnel versus emergency responders
6.3 Patrol Duties
● Continuously patrol assigned areas on foot
● Pay special attention to restrooms to ensure they remain clean, open, and safe for public use
7. City Rights
This Scope of Work is not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Garden Grove reserves the right to:
● Request additional services at any time
● Modify or update security assignments and responsibilities ● Reassign hours or locations based on operational needs