Security Guard Services Government Contracts in Virginia
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 Virginia
Virginia's eVA is one of the most active state portals, with SWaM (Small, Women-owned, and Minority-owned) certification driving set-asides. Northern Virginia is the densest federal contracting market in the country (Pentagon, DHS, intelligence community).
eVA — Virginia's procurement portalSecurity Guard Services contract awards in Virginia
Since Oct 2024, federal agencies recorded 289 federal security guard contracts performed in Virginia, obligating $752.0M. The largest buyer was the Department of Homeland Security ($465.9M).
Top buying agencies
- 1. Department of Homeland Security$465.9M
- 2. Department of Justice$139.3M
- 3. Department of Defense$51.3M
- 4. Department of Commerce$29.4M
- 5. National Aeronautics and Space Administration$23.2M
Recent awards
- Department of State · 2026-12-01
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- National Aeronautics and Space Administration · 2026-10-01
Electronic security system technician (esst) assistant
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration · 2026-10-01
Nasa wallops flight facility baseline protective services support
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration · 2026-10-01
Nasa wallops flight facility non-baseline protective services support
- Kr-Mtac LLC$216KOffice of Procurement Operations · 2026-10-01
Protective security officer services in northern virginia
- Office of Procurement Operations · 2026-10-01
Protective security officer services throughout the state of georgia
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 Virginia?
Since Oct 2024, agencies obligated $752.0M across 289 security guard contracts performed in Virginia (NAICS 561612), an average of $2.6M per award. The Department of Homeland Security is the largest buyer.
Where are security guard services bids posted in Virginia?
Federal opportunities performed in Virginia are posted on SAM.gov (filter by place of performance). State-level work is posted on eVA, 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 Virginia to bid?
For Virginia state agency contracts, yes — register as a vendor on eVA. Federal contracts performed in Virginia 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.