Security Guards Government Contracts in Arkansas
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Arkansas.
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Security Guards in Arkansas
In Arkansas, Security Guards Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: U.S. Marshals Service (41%) and Office of Procurement Operations (23%). With 64% of 69 total awards between them and $61.0M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), NORTH AMERICAN SECURITY, INCORPORATED, METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC. — hold 78% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 3 Security Guards Services contracts in Arkansas are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $121.6M combined. Of these, 3 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Arkansas 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
Arkansas has 5 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-09-04, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Fort Smith, Stuttgart.
5
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54 | Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO) services throughout Arkansas - Justification and Approval | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | — | — |
| 54 | Armed Protective Security Officer Services - Arkansas Justification and Approval | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | — | — |
| 52 | Armed Protective Security Officer Services state of Arkansas Pre-Solicitation Notice | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | Jun 15, 2026 | — |
| 49 | Court Security Officers Circuit 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 8 | — | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.US MARSHALS SERVICE.PROCUREMENT DIVISION, CSS | Jan 5, 2026 | — |
| — | Armed Protective Security Officer Services state of Arkansas Pre-Solicitation Notice | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS.FPS EAST CCG DIV 4 ACQ DIV | Jun 15, 2026 | — |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Energy | PROJECT ENHANCEMENT CORPORATION | May 18, 2026 – Sep 15, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Energy | INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIPS LLC | Jun 18, 2026 – Oct 16, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | RE-ENGINEERED BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, INC | May 31, 2026 – Sep 28, 2026 | high |
Across Arkansas, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 5 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Fort Smith, Stuttgart.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 28 | $32.0M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 16 | $21.3M |
| Department of the Army | 13 | $896K |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 8 | $2.8M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 4 | $4.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Arkansas
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 5 |
| Fort Smith | 0 |
| Stuttgart | 0 |
| White Hall | 0 |
| Rogers | 0 |
| El Paso | 0 |
| Royal | 0 |
| Pine Bluff | 0 |
| Heber Springs | 0 |
| Jefferson | 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 Arkansas?
Arkansas has 5 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 Arkansas?
Unknown, Fort Smith, Stuttgart are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Arkansas?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), NORTH AMERICAN SECURITY, INCORPORATED, METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Arkansas?
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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