Open federal security guards contracts

What: Level II Armed Guard Security Services for Long Term Recovery Office (LTRO) supporting Lake Mary and Fort Myers, Florida. Labor Hour solicitation. Full scope and period of performance not stated in this summary. Buyer: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Where: Lake Mary, Florida Deadline: November 2, 2026 Who can bid: Any business registered in SAM.gov that is considered "small" under the size standard for NAICS code 561612. No SBA certification required. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Complete scope of work and statement of work in the RFP attachments; (2) Period of performance dates and full labor hour rate requirements Next step: Register in SAM.gov if not already registered, then submit your proposal by November 2, 2026 at 19:30 UTC (2:30 PM Eastern Time). Email questions to mimie.preston@fema.dhs.gov or betty.phillips@fema.dhs.gov by October 28, 2026 at 14:00 Eastern Time.

What: Security staffing for North Campus. Period of Performance: May 14, 2027 through December 31, 2028. Full scope and staffing quantity not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Los Angeles, California Deadline: October 30, 2026 is the deadline to submit a capability response to this Sources Sought notice (not a formal bid). Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration's VetCert program are eligible. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary. Check before bidding: (1) Review the full Statement of Work in the attachments to confirm all staffing requirements, post locations, and security duties. (2) Verify the wage determination and any labor compliance requirements that apply. Next step: Submit a capability response (not a bid) by October 30, 2026 through the government website to express your interest and demonstrate your ability to perform this work.

What: Unarmed security guard services (licensed, trained) at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System, New Orleans. Contract period: December 20, 2026–December 19, 2027, with 4 optional years. All work at 2400 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119. Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: New Orleans, Louisiana Deadline: November 4, 2026 (deadline to respond to this market research notice, not to bid) Who can bid: Only Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses certified by the SBA (VetCert program) are eligible. You must be registered and verified in SAM.gov. Key requirements: Unarmed guards must be licensed and trained. Compliance with federal, state, local, and VA regulations required. Not stated in the notice summary: full Performance Based Work Statement, insurance/bonding requirements, wage determination. Check before bidding: 1) Full Performance Based Work Statement and specific training/qualification standards. 2) Insurance, bonding, and prevailing wage requirements. Next step: Email your Capabilities Statement (including UEI number) to Christopher.Rossi2@va.gov by 1:00 p.m. Central Time, November 4, 2026. This is market research only—no binding contract will result from responding.

What: Armed Security Guard Services at the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center. Contract includes 2-month transition period, 12-month base period, and four optional 12-month periods. Buyer: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Where: Atlantic City, New Jersey Deadline: November 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time Who can bid: Only companies certified in the SBA 8(a) Business Development program for Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Businesses (SEDB) are eligible to bid. Key requirements: Mandatory site visit on September 29, 2026 at 9:00 AM Eastern Time (must confirm attendance by September 22, 2026). Real ID identification required for facility access. Written questions due by October 5, 2026. Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and specific security guard duties, staffing levels, and hourly requirements. (2) Wage determination rates and any insurance or bonding requirements for armed security services. Next step: If 8(a) certified, confirm attendance at mandatory site visit by email to the Contracting Officer by September 22, 2026.

What: Security personnel services for U.S. Department of State overseas construction sites. Positions include Cleared American Guards, Construction Surveillance Technicians, Team Leaders, Assistant Team Leaders, and Site Security Coordinators. Work involves monitoring uncleared workers, access control, material inspection, and 24/7 site presence. Estimated value $250 million. Period: March 15, 2027 through March 14, 2032 (1 base year + 4 option years). Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: Arlington, Virginia (work at overseas facilities) Deadline: October 30, 2026 to respond to this market research request (this is NOT a bid deadline) Who can bid: Part of the work is reserved for small businesses under NAICS 561612. No certification required. Companies of any size may respond. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and specific overseas locations; (2) Security clearance sponsorship requirements and costs Next step: Submit capability statement describing your experience recruiting and managing security personnel with Top Secret clearance eligibility by October 30, 2026. This response will help the government decide how to structure the actual future bid.

What: Construction Surveillance Technician Services for iFortress facility at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Follow-on contract to existing contract FA520525P0071. Work includes surveillance and compliance monitoring for Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) accreditation per Intelligence Community Directive 705 and DoD standards. Specific quantity, duration, and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of the Air Force, 35th Contracting Squadron Where: Misawa Air Base, Japan Deadline: October 31, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid—large or small companies. This is full and open competition, not limited to small businesses only. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Complete statement of work and scope of surveillance technician duties; (2) Contract duration, performance period, and staffing levels required Next step: Email written questions to the Points of Contact listed in the notice by October 31, 2026 at 10:00 JST. No oral inquiries accepted.

What: Access control and security escort services at Fort Belvoir, VA. This is Amendment 0001 to solicitation W50NH9-26-R-A028, modifying administrative, technical, and pricing elements. Full scope of work not stated in this summary. Buyer: Department of the Army (INSCOM G-2) Where: Fort Belvoir, Virginia Deadline: November 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time Who can bid: Only firms certified in the SBA 8(a) Business Development program are eligible to bid. You must hold current 8(a) certification. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Request and review the complete statement of work and full technical requirements in the solicitation attachments; (2) confirm all insurance, bonding, licensing, and wage determination requirements stated in the full solicitation documents. Next step: If 8(a) certified, obtain the complete solicitation documents (including all amendments) and submit your proposal by the deadline.

What: Security services at Davis and Parker Dams. Full scope and performance period not stated in this summary. Buyer: Not stated in the notice summary Where: Davis and Parker Dams (location not specified) Deadline: November 6, 2026 to submit a capability response Who can bid: This is open competition. Any responsible business may bid, including large companies and small businesses. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work, staffing levels, and specific security duties required; (2) Location details, site visit requirements, and wage determination if applicable Next step: Review the attached Sources Sought document and submit your capability statement by the deadline if interested.

What: Local guard services for U.S. Mission in Guatemala City, including security personnel, management, and organizational structure to protect U.S. personnel, dependents, and property. Base year plus four optional one-year periods. Buyer: U.S. Department of State Where: Guatemala City, Guatemala Deadline: November 1, 2026 Who can bid: Open competition. Any responsible business may bid, including large companies. U.S. persons and U.S. joint ventures receive preference. Key requirements: All personnel must pass background investigations by contractor and U.S. Government. Active SAM.gov registration required. If using joint venture, joint venture must have UEI and active SAM registration by proposal deadline. Check before bidding: Full Performance Work Statement details and specific staffing/service requirements; exact site visit format and schedule. Next step: Email André McIntosh at McIntoshAS@state.gov with your firm name, representative name, and address to express interest. Do not call. Register or update registration at SAM.gov.

What: Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO) services at IRS complex in Austin, TX. Duration: November 1, 2026 through May 31, 2027 (up to 7 months). This is a task order under an existing contract to extend current services while a new contract is solicited and a 120-day transition occurs. Buyer: Office of Procurement Operations Where: Austin, TX Deadline: October 31, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid, including large companies. There is no set-aside for small businesses or any other category. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and specific PSO duties required; (2) Security clearance, licensing, insurance, and bonding requirements Next step: This is an advance notice only. Bids are NOT being accepted yet. Watch for the official solicitation (RFQ or RFP) to be posted. The Government may negotiate with only one source (Bradley Technologies, Inc.) under a specific authority.

What: Unarmed and uniformed security guard services for Fairbanks Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC). Base contract period plus 4 option years. Quantity changed to 2 CLINs (contract line items). Buyer: Department of Veterans Affairs Where: Fairbanks, Alaska Deadline: October 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PDT Who can bid: Only businesses certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) through VetCert are eligible. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and hours required per day/week; (2) Wage determination and prevailing wage rates that apply Next step: Obtain the complete solicitation documents (especially the statement of work and price schedule marked "Changes in Red") and confirm your SBA SDVOSB VetCert status before submitting your quote.

What: Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services in the Los Angeles Area. Full scope, quantity, and period of performance are not stated in this summary. Buyer: Office of Procurement Operations Where: Los Angeles, California Deadline: November 20, 2026 Who can bid: Any responsible business may bid, including small businesses and large businesses. There is no set-aside. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and specific location(s) requiring PSO services; (2) Required licenses, certifications, insurance, bonding, and wage rates Next step: Read the complete solicitation and attachments. Submit your bid or quote by November 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM UTC.

What: Aviation Security Officer personal services contract. Individual recruitment for positions meeting the statement of work requirements. Duration and quantity not stated in this summary. Buyer: U.S. Marshals Service Where: Kansas City, Missouri Deadline: July 1, 2030 Who can bid: This contract is set aside for small businesses. You are eligible if your business is classified as small under NAICS code 561612, registered in SAM.gov, and you are applying as an individual (not a security company). No SBA certification is required. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and specific qualifications required for the Aviation Security Officer position; (2) contract period of performance and number of positions available Next step: Review the complete solicitation documents attached to this notice on SAM.gov before submitting your application.

What: Personal services contract for District Security Officer positions. Individual recruitment for 94 districts and JPATS. Duration and specific duties listed in statement of work (SOW). Security companies are not eligible. Buyer: U.S. Marshals Service Where: Maryland Deadline: July 1, 2030 Who can bid: Any individual who meets the job qualifications. You must be registered in SAM.gov. No SBA certification required. Security companies cannot apply—only individuals. Key requirements: Must meet qualifications in the statement of work. Not stated in the notice summary: licenses, bonding, insurance, or wage determination. Check before bidding: (1) Full statement of work and specific job qualifications for the District Security Officer position. (2) Complete contract period of performance and any special requirements. Next step: Review the full SOW attachment and confirm your qualifications match all requirements before registering in SAM.gov if not already registered.