Security Guard Services Government Contracts in Florida
Government security guard contracts supply armed and unarmed officers for federal buildings, military bases, state facilities, and special events. Solicited under NAICS 561612, these contracts demand state guard licenses, firearms certifications for armed posts, and rigorous personnel vetting. Agencies weigh your training program, supervision model, and ability to fill posts without gaps more heavily than price.
Selling to government in Florida
Florida buys through MyFloridaMarketPlace and certifies woman-, veteran-, and minority-owned firms through the OSD. Federal demand is driven by MacDill AFB, Patrick SFB, Eglin AFB, and extensive VA facilities.
MyFloridaMarketPlace — Florida's procurement portalSecurity Guard Services contract awards in Florida
Since Oct 2024, federal agencies recorded 224 federal security guard contracts performed in Florida, obligating $977.2M. The largest buyer was the Department of Homeland Security ($814.8M).
Top buying agencies
- 1. Department of Homeland Security$814.8M
- 2. Department of Justice$104.4M
- 3. National Aeronautics and Space Administration$34.3M
- 4. Department of Defense$12.1M
- 5. Department of Veterans Affairs$8.0M
Recent awards
- U.S. Marshals Service · 2026-10-13
New dso guard support for m/fl orlando fy 2027
- U.S. Marshals Service · 2026-10-13
New dso guard support for m/fl orlando fy 2027
- U.S. Marshals Service · 2026-10-13
New dso guard support for m/fl orlando fy 2027
- U.S. Marshals Service · 2026-10-13
Dso guard support - shaner fy27
- Office of Procurement Operations · 2026-10-01
Task order award for protective security officer services throughout south florida
- U.S. Marshals Service · 2026-10-01
Circuit 11 d17 - fy 2027 cso program funding
Source: USASpending.gov contract award data, refreshed weekly.Search awards
Requirements to expect
- State security guard licenses and, for armed posts, firearms permits and qualification records
- Guard training program meeting agency hour requirements (often 40+ hours pre-assignment)
- Post Orders compliance and documented post inspections
- Personnel security clearances or suitability determinations
- 24/7 supervision and post-fill contingency plan (no vacant posts)
- Uniform, equipment, and communications specifications
The full documents list and proposal checklist are in the Security Guard Services government contracts guide.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the federal government spend on security guard services in Florida?
Since Oct 2024, agencies obligated $977.2M across 224 security guard contracts performed in Florida (NAICS 561612), an average of $4.4M per award. The Department of Homeland Security is the largest buyer.
Where are security guard services bids posted in Florida?
Federal opportunities performed in Florida are posted on SAM.gov (filter by place of performance). State-level work is posted on MyFloridaMarketPlace, and counties, cities, and school districts run their own portals — register with the largest ones in your service area.
Do I need to register with the state of Florida to bid?
For Florida state agency contracts, yes — register as a vendor on MyFloridaMarketPlace. Federal contracts performed in Florida only require SAM.gov registration, though state small-business certifications can still help with subcontracting.
Can a new security company bid on federal guard contracts?
Yes, but expect to start with state/local contracts or federal subcontracts. Federal prime contracts usually require demonstrated past performance and licensed, trained guard forces; teaming with an established prime is the most common entry path.
What's the difference between armed and unarmed solicitations?
Armed posts add firearms licensing, qualification, higher insurance, and higher SCA wage categories. Bid only what your licenses and insurance actually cover — non-compliance is grounds for rejection.