Security Guards Government Contracts in Texas
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Texas.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in Texas
Texas's Security Guards Services market is highly concentrated: Unknown alone accounts for 62% of the state's 50 active opportunities in Q2 2026, with Unknown, El Paso, Fort Worth collectively representing 90% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Unknown to access the majority of deal flow, while the remaining 4 cities offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
The top Security Guards Services markets in Texas as of Q2 2026 are: Unknown (31 opportunities, 62% of state activity); El Paso (9 opportunities, 18% of state activity); Fort Worth (5 opportunities, 10% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 3.4× over the second-ranked city, El Paso, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 7 opportunities per city across 7 markets.
Two agencies shape Texas's Security Guards Services market: U.S. Marshals Service leads at 35% of awards, with Office of Procurement Operations at 32%. Together they represent 67% of the state's 512 recorded contract actions and $3.1B 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, TEXAS INDUSTRIAL SECURITY, INC. — hold 77% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 10 Security Guards Services contracts in Texas are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $307.2M combined. Of these, 10 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Texas 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
Texas has 50 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, El Paso, Fort Worth.
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U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in Texas
Emerging activity: 2 new security guards in texas opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $772K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 82% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $307.2M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 77% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Canine Explosive Support Services | Fort Worth | TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING.OFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Canine Explosive Support Services | Fort Worth | TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING.OFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 56 | Armed Protective Security Services - IRS Campus in Austin, TX | Austin | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | Jun 30, 2026 | — |
| 54 | Unarmed Guard Services at EHF - Extension | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.DETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALS | — | — |
| 54 | Armed Protective Security Officer Services - IRS Campus Austin, Texas - Justification and Approval | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | — | — |
| 54 | Unarmed Security services - FMC Ft. Worth | Fort Worth | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | — | — |
| 54 | Unarmed Security services Ft Worth | Fort Worth | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | — | — |
| 29 | Modular Building Replacement - Border Patrol Big Bend Marfa Sector HQ in Marfa, TX | Marfa | GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION.PUBLIC BUILDINGS SERVICE.PBS PROJECT DELIVERY CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION - BRANCH CENTRAL | Jul 2, 2026 | — |
| 27 | Border Patrol Technical Operations Center (BPTOC) | San Antonio | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.AIR AND MARINE CONTRACTING DIVISION | — | — |
| — | Border Patrol Support Canine Program (SK9) | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.MISSION SUPPORT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Jun 5, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | GOLDBELT FRONTIER, LLC | Dec 30, 2025 – Apr 29, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | NUGATE GROUP LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | NUECES COUNTY MHMR COMMUNITY CENTER | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | BLUE SOLUTIONS | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | CHUGACH LOGISTICS AND FACILITY SERVICES JV, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Bureau of Engraving and Printing | GOODWILL INDUSTRIAL SERVICES OF FORT WORTH, INC. | Jan 1, 2026 – May 1, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | CHEROKEE NATION STRATEGIC PROGRAMS, L.L.C. | Jan 5, 2026 – May 5, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | CORECIVIC, INC. | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | CHENEGA FACILITIES MANAGEMENT LLC | Feb 28, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 | high |
Across Texas, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, El Paso, Fort Worth.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 178 | $97.6M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 165 | $512.6M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 107 | $15.7M |
| U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 44 | $2459.9M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 18 | $43.9M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Texas
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 31 |
| El Paso | 9 |
| Fort Worth | 5 |
| Freer | 2 |
| Austin | 1 |
| San Antonio | 1 |
| Marfa | 1 |
| Houston | 0 |
| DWG | 0 |
| Texarkana | 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 Texas?
Texas has 50 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 Texas?
Unknown, El Paso, Fort Worth are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Texas?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, TEXAS INDUSTRIAL SECURITY, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Texas?
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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