Security Guards Government Contracts in Alabama
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Alabama.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in Alabama
Federal Security Guards Services procurement in Alabama funnels disproportionately through Montgomery, which captures 77% of the state's 13 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Montgomery, Unknown, Huntsville — account for 100% of statewide activity across 3 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Montgomery is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
Alabama's Security Guards Services landscape in Q3 2026 is shaped by 3 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Montgomery and Unknown — captures 92% of statewide activity. with the remaining 0 cities splitting 0% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Alabama gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
In Alabama, Security Guards Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: U.S. Marshals Service (60%) and Office of Procurement Operations (17%). With 77% of 104 total awards between them and $234.6M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC., INNER-PARISH SECURITY, CORP — hold 85% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Alabama shows 7 Security Guards Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $384.5M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of the Army drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Alabama has 13 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-07-20, with 7 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Montgomery, Unknown, Huntsville.
13
Open Opportunities
7
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Montgomery
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in Alabama
Emerging activity: 4 new security guards in alabama opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $9.6M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
7 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $384.5M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 85% of recent awards across 5 tracked contractors.
Computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Protective Security Officer (PSO) services at the Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL | Huntsville | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 1 ACQ DIV | — | 8A |
| 65 | FY26 Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | Jul 14, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | FY26 Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | Jul 14, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | FY26 Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | Jul 7, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | FY26 Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | Jun 28, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | SOLICITATION CANCELLED- AMENDMENT 0001 (Revised)- FY26- Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | May 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | AMENDMENT 0001 (Revised)- FY26- Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | May 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | AMENDMENT 0001- FY26- Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | May 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | FY26- Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | Apr 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | FY26- Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Mold Remediation and Cleaning at Maxwell AFB, AL | Montgomery | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR EDUCATION AND TRAINING COMMAND.FA3300 42 CONS CC | Apr 29, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | CHUGACH LOGISTICS AND FACILITY SERVICES JV, LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Emergency Management Agency | ATIGUN GROUP, INC. | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | HUNTSVILLE REHABILITATION FOUNDATION | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Missile Defense Agency | VENTURI, LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | AVION SOLUTIONS, INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | DIGIFLIGHT INCORPORATED | Feb 7, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | DIGIFLIGHT INCORPORATED | Feb 7, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026 | high |
Across Alabama, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 13 active opportunities. Top cities include Montgomery, Unknown, Huntsville.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 62 | $47.3M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 18 | $62.3M |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | 10 | $69.8M |
| Department of the Army | 9 | $14.9M |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 5 | $40.4M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Alabama
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Montgomery | 10 |
| Unknown | 2 |
| Huntsville | 1 |
| Demopolis | 0 |
| Anniston | 0 |
| Fort Mitchell | 0 |
| Talladega | 0 |
| Birmingham | 0 |
| Fort Rucker | 0 |
| Redstone Arsenal | 0 |
How We Rank These
We score each opportunity on a 0–100 scale using six transparent factors: service fit, contract value, timing urgency, geographic relevance, competition level, and agency buying appetite. Data sourced from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov, refreshed daily.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many security guards contracts are there in Alabama?
Alabama has 13 active federal security guards opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for security guards contracts in Alabama?
Montgomery, Unknown, Huntsville are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Alabama?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC., INNER-PARISH SECURITY, CORP. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Alabama?
Most security guards contracts follow 30–48 month cycles. The "Recompetes" section shows contracts estimated to be recompeted within the next 12 months based on historical award patterns.
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