Security Guards Government Contracts in Arizona
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Arizona.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in Arizona
In Q3 2026, Arizona has 12 active Security Guards Services opportunities distributed across 3 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Phoenix commands 75% of all activity. Phoenix, Unknown, Tucson together hold 100% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Arizona's Security Guards Services market should treat Phoenix as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
The top Security Guards Services markets in Arizona as of Q3 2026 are: Phoenix (9 opportunities, 75% of state activity); Unknown (2 opportunities, 17% of state activity); Tucson (1 opportunities, 8% of state activity). Phoenix leads by a factor of 4.5× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Phoenix metro. The statewide average is 4 opportunities per city across 3 markets.
Arizona's Security Guards Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: U.S. Marshals Service and Office of Procurement Operations together account for 71% of all awards worth $379.4M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Arizona must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, CULPEPPER & ASSOCIATES SECURITY SERVICES INC — hold 88% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Arizona has 12 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-07-18, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Phoenix, Unknown, Tucson.
12
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Phoenix
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in Arizona
Emerging activity: 1 new security guards in arizona opportunities posted in the last 30 days.
Majority small-business: 92% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $63.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 88% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | Unarmed security guard services at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131 -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Jun 6, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131 -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Jun 6, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131 -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | May 29, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131 -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | May 29, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131 -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | May 29, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131_0001 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | May 30, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 36C78626Q50131 -- S206 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | May 29, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | DHS/ICE intends to procure comprehensive detention services (housing, guards, meals, medical care, transportation) on a sole source basis | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.DETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALS | Feb 26, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | R430--Fire Guard Services POP: 09/01/2026 - 08/31/2029 | Tucson | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262) | Jul 17, 2026 | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | J.P. INDUSTRIES, INC. | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY GROUP, INC. | Feb 14, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026 | high |
Across Arizona, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 12 active opportunities. Top cities include Phoenix, Unknown, Tucson.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 45 | $40.2M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 21 | $116.2M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 16 | $13.6M |
| U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 9 | $194.7M |
| Bureau of Reclamation | 2 | $14.8M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Arizona
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 Arizona?
Arizona has 12 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 Arizona?
Phoenix, Unknown, Tucson are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Arizona?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, CULPEPPER & ASSOCIATES SECURITY SERVICES INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Arizona?
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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