Security Guards Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
Market Intelligence —
Security Guards in California
California's Security Guards Services market is broadly distributed across 10 cities in Q2 2026, with no single city exceeding 24% of the state's 25 active opportunities. Even the top 3 markets — San Diego, Vallejo, Lompoc — account for only 60% combined. This fragmentation favors contractors with statewide reach who can bid across multiple metro areas simultaneously, rather than those concentrated in a single city.
In California's Security Guards Services sector, San Diego dominates with 6 active opportunities (24% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Vallejo at 6 and Lompoc at 3. The relatively close race between top cities indicates a competitive market where ranking shifts are common as new solicitations post. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
California's Security Guards Services market has a clear leader but not a monopoly: U.S. Marshals Service holds 31% of awards, with buying spread across 5 active agencies. The top 3 — U.S. Marshals Service (31%), Office of Procurement Operations (26%), Department of Veterans Affairs (23%) — account for the majority of contract activity totaling $2.4B. This moderate concentration gives contractors multiple relationship paths while still rewarding specialization in the top buyer's requirements. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, CULPEPPER & ASSOCIATES SECURITY SERVICES INC — hold 81% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
California's Security Guards Services recompete pipeline contains 10 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $481.6M combined. 10 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Navy accounts for the largest share of upcoming recompetes, making it the priority agency for displacement-focused contractors.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
California has 28 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-04-13, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include San Diego, Vallejo, Lompoc.
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Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
San Diego
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Guards in California
Steady activity: 7 new security guards in california opportunities posted in the last 30 days.
Majority small-business: 79% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $481.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 81% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | Amended: 20251210; Security Escorts at Vandenberg SFB, CA | Lompoc | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND.FA4610 30 CONS PK | Dec 18, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Security Escorts at Vandenberg SFB, CA | Lompoc | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND.FA4610 30 CONS PK | Dec 18, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Level II Armed Guards for Presidio California | Presidio | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.REGION 9: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AN | Dec 5, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE ONLY: UNARMED SECURITY GUARD SERVICES at the Los Angeles National Cemetery -- S206 | Los Angeles | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Feb 4, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | Level II Armed Guards for Presidio California | Presidio | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.REGION 9: EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS AN | Dec 5, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE: Unarmed Security Guard Services -- S206 | Vallejo | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Jan 22, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | Security Escorts at Vandenberg SFB, CA | Lompoc | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND.FA4610 30 CONS PK | Dec 18, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Watchstander Services | Camp Pendleton | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.USMC.MARCORP I&L.MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS COMMAND.MCIWEST.COMMANDING GENERAL | Jan 30, 2026 | NONE |
| 65 | Law Enforcement - Stanislaus County | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH PACIFIC.ENDIST SACRAMENTO.W075 ENDIST SACRAMENTO | Jan 15, 2026 | NONE |
| 63 | National Cemetery Administration - Unarmed Security Patrol - Sacramento Valley National Cemetery -- S206 | Dixon | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | DEFENSE MICROELECTRONICS ACTIVITY | BLACKWATCH INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | THE CAMERON BELL CORPORATION | Dec 9, 2025 – Apr 8, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | JSL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | Dec 12, 2025 – Apr 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SUSTAINMENT & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC | Dec 26, 2025 – Apr 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | T-SOLUTIONS, INC. | Dec 26, 2025 – Apr 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | HIGHBURY DEFENSE GROUP | Dec 21, 2025 – Apr 20, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SUSTAINMENT & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC | Dec 27, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | DSC-EMI MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INDUS TECHNOLOGY INC | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | UNIVERSAL CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC | Jan 2, 2026 – May 2, 2026 | high |
Across California, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 28 active opportunities. Top cities include San Diego, Vallejo, Lompoc.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 97 | $211.9M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 80 | $444.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 73 | $101.8M |
| U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 40 | $1670.8M |
| Forest Service | 23 | $7.4M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| San Diego | 6 |
| Vallejo | 6 |
| Lompoc | 3 |
| Los Angeles | 2 |
| Dixon | 2 |
| Presidio | 2 |
| Monterey | 1 |
| San Francisco | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
| Camp Pendleton | 1 |
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 California?
California has 28 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 California?
San Diego, Vallejo, Lompoc are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in California?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, CULPEPPER & ASSOCIATES SECURITY SERVICES INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in California?
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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