Security Guards Government Contracts in New York
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across New York.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in New York
In Q2 2026, New York has 12 active Security Guards Services opportunities distributed across 3 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Niagara Falls commands 67% of all activity. Niagara Falls, Albany, New York together hold 100% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering New York's Security Guards Services market should treat Niagara Falls as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
New York's Security Guards Services landscape in Q2 2026 is shaped by 3 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Niagara Falls and Albany — captures 84% of statewide activity. with the remaining 0 cities splitting -1% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting New York gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
Two agencies shape New York's Security Guards Services market: U.S. Marshals Service leads at 45% of awards, with Office of Procurement Operations at 41%. Together they represent 86% of the state's 210 recorded contract actions and $835.7M 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, ALANTE SECURITY GROUP, INC — hold 86% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 5 Security Guards Services contracts in New York are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $158.0M combined. Of these, 5 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their New York pipeline, these recompetes represent the highest-probability wins: existing requirements with defined scopes, incumbent performance data on record, and established funding lines.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
New York has 12 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 5 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Niagara Falls, Albany, New York.
12
Open Opportunities
5
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Niagara Falls
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in New York
Majority small-business: 67% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
5 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $158.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 86% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | Custodial, Trash/Waste Removal - Niagara Falls Border Patrol Station | Niagara Falls | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Feb 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | Custodial, Trash/Waste Removal - Niagara Falls Border Patrol Station | Niagara Falls | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Feb 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | Custodial, Trash/Waste Removal - Niagara Falls Border Patrol Station | Niagara Falls | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Feb 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | Custodial, Trash/Waste Removal - Niagara Falls Border Patrol Station | Niagara Falls | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Feb 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | Custodial, Trash/Waste Removal - Niagara Falls Border Patrol Station | Niagara Falls | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Feb 17, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | Custodial, Trash/Waste Removal - Niagara Falls Border Patrol Station | Niagara Falls | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Feb 17, 2026 | SBA |
| 56 | Protective Security Officer Services NYC Metro Area | New York | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 1 ACQ DIV | Sep 30, 2025 | — |
| 54 | Protective Security Officer Services throughout Upstate New York | Albany | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 1 ACQ DIV | — | — |
| 54 | Protective Security Officer Services NYC Metro Area | New York | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 1 ACQ DIV | — | — |
| 54 | Protective Security Officer Services throughout Upstate New York | Albany | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 1 ACQ DIV | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | MEC DISTRIBUTION LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Energy | WEST VALLEY CLEANUP ALLIANCE, LLC | Dec 16, 2025 – Apr 15, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | ISS ACTION INC | Jan 3, 2026 – May 3, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Emergency Management Agency | FOCUS REVISION PARTNERS LLC | Jan 17, 2026 – May 17, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Public Buildings Service | ACTION FACILITIES MANAGEMENT INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across New York, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 12 active opportunities. Top cities include Niagara Falls, Albany, New York.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 95 | $128.5M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 86 | $473.1M |
| U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 11 | $191.0M |
| Public Buildings Service | 9 | $733K |
| National Park Service | 9 | $42.4M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in New York
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Niagara Falls | 8 |
| Albany | 2 |
| New York | 2 |
| West Point | 0 |
| Upton | 0 |
| Brooklyn | 0 |
| Syracuse | 0 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| Bath | 0 |
| Fort Drum | 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 York?
New York 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 New York?
Niagara Falls, Albany, New York are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in New York?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, ALANTE SECURITY GROUP, INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in New York?
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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