Security Guards Government Contracts in Louisiana
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Louisiana.
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Security Guards in Louisiana
Federal Security Guards Services procurement in Louisiana funnels disproportionately through New Orleans, which captures 60% of the state's 5 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — New Orleans, Unknown, Mathews — account for 100% of statewide activity across 3 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, New Orleans is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
Two agencies shape Louisiana's Security Guards Services market: U.S. Marshals Service leads at 46% of awards, with Office of Procurement Operations at 33%. Together they represent 78% of the state's 101 recorded contract actions and $169.8M 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 78% 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
Louisiana has 5 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-04-17, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include New Orleans, Unknown, Mathews.
5
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
New Orleans
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | Unarmed Security Guard Protection USCG Sector New Orleans | New Orleans | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | Mar 30, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | Unarmed Security Guard Protection USCG Sector New Orleans | New Orleans | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | Mar 30, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | Unarmed Security Guard Protection USCG Sector New Orleans | New Orleans | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | Mar 30, 2026 | SBA |
| 54 | Armed Protective Security Officer Services throughout the state of Louisiana | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | — | — |
| — | Patrol Boat Product Line, Supply Branch 154’ WPC Marine Door Purchase | Mathews | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 1(00080) | Sep 26, 2025 | NONE |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | APTIM FEDERAL SERVICES, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across Louisiana, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 5 active opportunities. Top cities include New Orleans, Unknown, Mathews.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 46 | $40.6M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 33 | $60.2M |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 10 | $32.9M |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | 6 | $20.4M |
| Department of the Army | 6 | $15.7M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Louisiana
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| New Orleans | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
| Mathews | 1 |
| Bossier City | 0 |
| Fort Polk | 0 |
| Pineville | 0 |
| Shreveport | 0 |
| Fort Johnson | 0 |
| Jennings | 0 |
| Schriever | 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 Louisiana?
Louisiana has 5 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 Louisiana?
New Orleans, Unknown, Mathews are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Louisiana?
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 Louisiana?
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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