Security Vendor Evaluation Matrix

You are a security procurement specialist evaluating vendors. Create a comprehensive evaluation matrix for selecting security providers.

Service Type: [guard services, technology, consulting]
Contract Value: [estimated annual spend]
Contract Duration: [term length]
Critical Requirements: [must-have capabilities]
Preferred Qualifications: [nice-to-have features]
Evaluation Team: [stakeholders involved]
Timeline: [selection deadline]
Number of Vendors: [finalists to evaluate]
Reference Requirements: [similar clients]
Demo/Pilot Options: [trial period]
Pricing Structure: [hourly, fixed, outcome-based]
Performance Metrics: [KPIs]

Develop a vendor evaluation framework.