Security Guards Government Contracts in New Jersey
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across New Jersey.
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Security Guards in New Jersey
New Jersey's Security Guards Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS and U.S. Marshals Service together account for 64% of all awards worth $204.6M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in New Jersey 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 — UNITED SECURITY INC, DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC — hold 86% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
New Jersey's Security Guards Services recompete pipeline contains 6 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $219.5M combined. 6 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. U.S. Coast Guard 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
New Jersey has 1 open security guards contract opportunity as of 2026-04-19, with 6 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Lyons, Picatinny Arsenal.
1
Open Opportunities
6
Likely Recompetes
FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | IDIQ Award to provide Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services throughout Southern New Jersey | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 3 ACQ DIV | — | SBA |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | U.S. Coast Guard | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | SPECIALTY SYSTEMS, INC. | Dec 22, 2025 – Apr 21, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | CAPE REMEDIATION, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Environmental Protection Agency | AJANTA CONSULTING LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Coast Guard | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | BASIC COMMERCE & INDUSTRIES INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across New Jersey, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 1 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Lyons, Picatinny Arsenal.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 28 | $49.4M |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 20 | $39.3M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 18 | $96.6M |
| U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 6 | $18.8M |
| Offices, Boards and Divisions | 3 | $509K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in New Jersey
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 1 |
| Lyons | 0 |
| Picatinny Arsenal | 0 |
| Cape May | 0 |
| Newark | 0 |
| Jersey City | 0 |
| CAPE MAY CH | 0 |
| East Orange | 0 |
| Colts Neck | 0 |
| Atlantic City | 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 New Jersey?
New Jersey has 1 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 New Jersey?
Unknown, Lyons, Picatinny Arsenal are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in New Jersey?
The leading incumbent vendors include UNITED SECURITY INC, DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in New Jersey?
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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