Security Guards Government Contracts in District of Columbia
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across District of Columbia.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in District of Columbia
District of Columbia's Security Guards Services market is highly concentrated: Washington alone accounts for 66% of the state's 29 active opportunities in Q3 2026, with Washington, Unknown, Washington Navy Yard collectively representing 100% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Washington to access the majority of deal flow, while secondary markets offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
The top Security Guards Services markets in District of Columbia as of Q3 2026 are: Washington (19 opportunities, 66% of state activity); Unknown (9 opportunities, 31% of state activity); Washington Navy Yard (1 opportunities, 3% of state activity). Washington leads by a factor of 2.1× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Washington metro. The statewide average is 10 opportunities per city across 3 markets.
Two agencies shape District of Columbia's Security Guards Services market: U.S. Marshals Service leads at 78% of awards, with Office of Procurement Operations at 15%. Together they represent 93% of the state's 915 recorded contract actions and $1.1B in total spending. Winning with either agency provides the past-performance foundation to compete for the other's work. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC. — hold 96% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
District of Columbia's Security Guards Services recompete pipeline contains 10 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q3 2026, valued at an estimated $2.1B combined. 10 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Navy accounts for the largest share of upcoming recompetes, making it the priority agency for displacement-focused contractors.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
District of Columbia has 29 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Washington, Unknown, Washington Navy Yard.
29
Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Washington
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in District of Columbia
Emerging activity: 2 new security guards in district of columbia opportunities posted in the last 30 days.
Significant small-business share: 28% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $2.1B.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 96% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | NOTICE OF INTENT to Sole Source_Security for the HHS National Conference on Women's Health 2026 | — | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION (ASA) | Mar 9, 2026 | NONE |
| 65 | Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Dec 1, 2025 | NONE |
| 65 | Protective Security Officer Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Jan 31, 2026 | HZC |
| 64 | Multi - AOR Armed Guard Transportation Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.DETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALS | Jul 24, 2026 | NONE |
| 61 | Protective Security Officer Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Jun 30, 2026 | HZC |
| 56 | Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Sep 15, 2025 | — |
| 56 | Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Feb 12, 2026 | — |
| 56 | Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Dec 8, 2025 | — |
| 56 | Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV | Dec 1, 2025 | — |
| 54 | Presolicitation AOR Multi-Transportation | Washington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION | Apr 3, 2026 – Aug 1, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | CSSI, LLC | Mar 25, 2026 – Jul 23, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Office of Procurement Operations | LMI CONSULTING, LLC | Jan 27, 2026 – May 27, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Office of Procurement Operations | APPLIED RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, INC. | Feb 28, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | GRYPHON TECHNOLOGIES, L.C. | Apr 27, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | SERCO INC | Apr 29, 2026 – Aug 27, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of State | PACARCTIC, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | CONSTELLATION AVIATION SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 14, 2026 – May 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION | Jan 22, 2026 – May 22, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Acquisition Service | PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC. | Jan 20, 2026 – May 20, 2026 | high |
Across District of Columbia, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 29 active opportunities. Top cities include Washington, Unknown, Washington Navy Yard.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 714 | $50.9M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 139 | $942.4M |
| National Park Service | 29 | $9.8M |
| Office of the Secretary | 17 | $51.1M |
| Department of the Navy | 16 | $42.8M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in District of Columbia
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Washington | 19 |
| Unknown | 9 |
| Washington Navy Yard | 1 |
| ADANA | 0 |
| Bolling AFB | 0 |
| Antiguo Cuscatlan | 0 |
| Quito | 0 |
| Ha Noi | 0 |
| JAKARTA | 0 |
| Amman | 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 District of Columbia?
District of Columbia has 29 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 District of Columbia?
Washington, Unknown, Washington Navy Yard are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in District of Columbia?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, INTER-CON SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in District of Columbia?
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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