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 broadly distributed across 8 cities in Q2 2026, with no single city exceeding 23% of the state's 47 active opportunities. Even the top 3 markets — El Paso, Unknown, San Antonio — account for only 55% combined. This fragmentation favors contractors with statewide reach who can bid across multiple metro areas simultaneously, rather than those concentrated in a single city.
The top Security Guards Services markets in Texas as of Q2 2026 are: El Paso (11 opportunities, 23% of state activity); Unknown (8 opportunities, 17% of state activity); San Antonio (7 opportunities, 15% of state activity). El Paso leads by a factor of 1.4× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, though the gap between top markets is narrow enough that competitive dynamics shift quarter to quarter. The statewide average is 6 opportunities per city across 8 markets.
Two agencies shape Texas's Security Guards Services market: U.S. Marshals Service leads at 36% of awards, with Office of Procurement Operations at 32%. Together they represent 68% of the state's 516 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, SECURITY WATCH INC — hold 78% 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 $286.6M 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 47 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include El Paso, Unknown, San Antonio.
47
Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
El Paso
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in Texas
Emerging activity: 2 new security guards in texas opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $11.8M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 85% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $286.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 78% 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 | 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 |
| 65 | Canine Explosive Support Services | — | TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING.OFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER | Nov 10, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Armed PSO Services - IRS locations located in Austin, Texas | Austin | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | Nov 3, 2025 | 8A |
| 65 | Access Control and Physical Security Support | San Antonio | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA).IT CONTRACTING DIVISION - PL83 | Nov 17, 2025 | 8A |
| 65 | Security and Law Enforcement Services | Galveston | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST GALVESTON | Oct 9, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Security and Law Enforcement Services | Galveston | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST GALVESTON | Oct 14, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Armed PSO Services - IRS locations located in Austin, Texas | Austin | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | Nov 3, 2025 | 8A |
| 65 | Security and Law Enforcement Services | Galveston | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST GALVESTON | Oct 9, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Security and Law Enforcement Services | Galveston | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST GALVESTON | Oct 24, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Security and Law Enforcement Services | Galveston | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST GALVESTON | Oct 24, 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 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | CORECIVIC, INC. | 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. Customs and Border Protection | TRAINING, REHABILITATION, & DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE, INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across Texas, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 47 active opportunities. Top cities include El Paso, Unknown, San Antonio.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 187 | $97.8M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 166 | $508.8M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 106 | $14.7M |
| U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 41 | $2421.8M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 16 | $40.5M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Texas
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| El Paso | 11 |
| Unknown | 8 |
| San Antonio | 7 |
| Austin | 6 |
| Galveston | 6 |
| Fort Worth | 5 |
| Los Fresnos | 2 |
| Freer | 2 |
| Houston | 0 |
| DWG | 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 47 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?
El Paso, Unknown, San Antonio 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, SECURITY WATCH 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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