Security Guards Government Contracts in Pennsylvania
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Pennsylvania.
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Security Guards in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, Security Guards Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: U.S. Marshals Service (53%) and Office of Procurement Operations (19%). With 73% of 120 total awards between them and $246.6M 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), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC. — hold 82% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Pennsylvania shows 4 Security Guards Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $250.5M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of the Army drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Pennsylvania has 4 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-04-13, with 4 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Carlisle, Pittsburgh, Tionesta.
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Open Opportunities
4
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Carlisle
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | Neville Island Facility Security Services | Pittsburgh | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | — | SBA |
| 65 | DES Explosive/Utility K-9 FY26-31 | Carlisle | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC-CARLISLE BARRACKS | Feb 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | DES Explosive/Utility K-9 FY26-31 | Carlisle | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC-CARLISLE BARRACKS | Feb 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | DES Explosive/Utility K-9 FY26-31 | Carlisle | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC-CARLISLE BARRACKS | Feb 16, 2026 | SBA |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | GENERAL DYNAMICS OTS (WILKES BARRE), LLC | Dec 3, 2025 – Apr 2, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | GENERAL DYNAMICS OTS (WILKES BARRE), LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | CRITERION CORPORATION | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | CSA GLOBAL LLC | Jan 5, 2026 – May 5, 2026 | high |
Across Pennsylvania, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 4 active opportunities. Top cities include Carlisle, Pittsburgh, Tionesta.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 64 | $61.2M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 23 | $133.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 14 | $7.2M |
| Department of the Army | 13 | $5.8M |
| GAO, Except Comptroller General | 6 | $39.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Pennsylvania
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Carlisle | 3 |
| Pittsburgh | 1 |
| Tionesta | 0 |
| Philadelphia | 0 |
| Chambersburg | 0 |
| New Cumberland | 0 |
| Springfield | 0 |
| Coraopolis | 0 |
| MECHANICSBURG | 0 |
| Bridgeville | 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 Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has 4 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 Pennsylvania?
Carlisle, Pittsburgh, Tionesta are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Pennsylvania?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Pennsylvania?
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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