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 16 active Security Guards Services opportunities distributed across 9 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 44% of all activity. Unknown, Pomeroy, Tacoma together hold 63% 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 7 active opportunities (44% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Pomeroy at 2 and Tacoma at 1. The 3.5× 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 44% of awards, with U.S. Marshals Service at 28%. Together they represent 72% of the state's 123 recorded contract actions and $198.2M 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 16 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-09-04, with 0 likely recompetes 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
Majority small-business: 75% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
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 |
| 58 | 8(a) Contract Security Officer (CSO) Services | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS).WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES | Dec 19, 2025 | 8A |
| 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 | — | — |
| 25 | U.S. NAVY 78-FOOT PATROL BOAT ORGANIZATIONAL MAINTENANCE | Silverdale | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC WEAPONS FAC PAC FINANCIAL | Aug 8, 2026 | NONE |
| 25 | 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 |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No recompete candidates identified for Washington yet. | |||||
Across Washington, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 16 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Pomeroy, Tacoma.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Office of Procurement Operations | 54 | $142.3M |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 35 | $42.0M |
| Forest Service | 13 | $5.1M |
| Department of the Army | 12 | $7.5M |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 9 | $1.3M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Washington
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 7 |
| Pomeroy | 2 |
| Tacoma | 1 |
| Walla Walla | 1 |
| North Lakewood | 1 |
| Silverdale | 1 |
| Seattle | 1 |
| Port Orchard | 1 |
| Joint Base Lewis McChord | 1 |
| Bremerton | 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 16 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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