Security Guards Government Contracts in Washington
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Washington.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in Washington
In Q3 2026, Washington has 13 active Security Guards Services opportunities distributed across 8 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 38% of all activity. Unknown, Pomeroy, Tacoma together hold 62% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Washington's Security Guards Services market should treat Unknown as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
In Washington's Security Guards Services sector, Unknown dominates with 5 active opportunities (38% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Pomeroy at 2 and Tacoma at 1. The 2.5× gap between first and second place signals that Unknown has structural advantages — likely driven by proximity to major federal facilities or defense installations. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Two agencies shape Washington's Security Guards Services market: Office of Procurement Operations leads at 46% of awards, with U.S. Marshals Service at 28%. Together they represent 74% of the state's 118 recorded contract actions and $186.1M 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, KERBEROS INTERNATIONAL, INC. — hold 73% 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
Washington has 13 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-07-20, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Unknown, Pomeroy, Tacoma.
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Open Opportunities
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Likely Recompetes
Office of Procurement Operations
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in Washington
Emerging activity: 1 new security guards in washington opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $7K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 69% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $63.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 73% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | MCL Law Enforcement Contract | Walla Walla | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST WALLA WALLA | Mar 10, 2026 | NONE |
| 61 | Detention Facility Support for Seattle, WA Area of Responsibility | Seattle | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.DETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALS | Jan 5, 2026 | NONE |
| 54 | Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition - Northwest ICE Processing Center | Tacoma | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.DETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALS | — | — |
| 52 | Notice of Intent to Award Single Source - Lower Granite Dam Increased Law Enforcement Patrols | Pomeroy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST WALLA WALLA.US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WAL | Jun 19, 2026 | — |
| 52 | Urgent Immediate Requirement for Level 2 Armed Guards Lacy WA | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.REGION 10: FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT | Apr 30, 2026 | NONE |
| 46 | Lower Granite Dam Increased Law Enforcement Patrols | Pomeroy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTHWESTERN.ENDIST WALLA WALLA.US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WAL | — | — |
| 37 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Washington State Patrol | Joint Base Lewis McChord | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-JB LEWIS-MC CHORD | Jul 31, 2026 | NONE |
| — | Operational Testing, Evaluation, and Maintenance for MK VI 78-Foot Patrol Boat | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA SHIPYARD.PUGET SOUND NAVAL SHIPYARD IMF | Aug 29, 2025 | SBA |
| — | R--Armed Contract Security Officer (ACSO) Services | — | ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY.ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY.REGION 7 CONTRACTING OFFICE | Jul 25, 2025 | 8A |
| — | LLA Asotin County PD | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.NWD.US ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WAL | Jul 31, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | NETWORK & SIMULATION TECHNOLOGIES INC | Feb 28, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 | high |
Across Washington, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 13 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Pomeroy, Tacoma.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Office of Procurement Operations | 54 | $142.0M |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 33 | $30.7M |
| Department of the Army | 12 | $7.5M |
| Forest Service | 12 | $4.8M |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 7 | $1.1M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Washington
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 5 |
| Pomeroy | 2 |
| Tacoma | 1 |
| Walla Walla | 1 |
| North Lakewood | 1 |
| Seattle | 1 |
| Port Orchard | 1 |
| Joint Base Lewis McChord | 1 |
| Bremerton | 0 |
| Metaline Falls | 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 Washington?
Washington has 13 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 Washington?
Unknown, Pomeroy, Tacoma are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Washington?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, KERBEROS INTERNATIONAL, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Washington?
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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