70FBR426Q00000010 | DR4899-MS RFQ - Level II Armed Guard Services
Overview
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region 4, is seeking Level II Armed Guard Security Services for disaster recovery operations related to DR4899-MS in the state of Mississippi. This is an urgent Request for Quote (RFQ), designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with a preference for local firms. Quotes are due by Friday, February 27, 2026, at 4:00 pm CT.
Purpose & Scope
FEMA requires armed protective/security officers to safeguard federal employees, visitors, and property at both temporary and fixed facilities, including the Joint Field Office (JFO) in Tupelo, MS, a Branch Office in Oxford, MS, and various Disaster Recovery Centers (DRCs) within declared counties. Services must be provided within 24 hours of task order issuance. The contractor must have fifteen (15) Level II Armed Protective Security Officers available at contract start, performing duties such as access/egress control, security screening, visitor processing, patrol, and emergency response, typically in 12-hour shifts.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Labor Hour Contract (RFQ)
- Period of Performance: A base period of ninety (90) days, with two (2) optional ninety (90) day periods. Options may be extended up to six (6) months under FAR 52.217-8.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). Preference will be given to local firms residing or primarily doing business in the affected Mississippi counties (FAR 6.208, FAR 52.226-4).
- NAICS Code: 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services), size standard $29 million.
- Funding: Obligation is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds.
- Applicable Regulations: Service Contract Act (specific wage determinations provided), FAR 52.204-24, FAR 52.204-26.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: Friday, February 27, 2026, 4:00 pm CT.
- Questions Due: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 4:00 pm CT.
- Key Submission Requirements: Active SAM.gov registration, agreement to hold prices firm for 60 days, and comprehensive documentation including a Mississippi business license, proof of a Mississippi facility/tax documentation (12 months), business insurance, a roster of 15 owned company weapons, proof of Level II Ballistic Vests, uniform/equipment list, firearms/ammunition inventory, financial condition statement, Work & Staffing Plan (max 2 pages), Project Plan Management & Oversight (max 2 pages), Business Continuity Plan (max 2 pages), Transition Plan (max 2 pages), Use of Force Policy (max 2 pages), and a Contractor Assurance Statement. Pricing must be completed on Attachment 4.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical capability, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance are significantly more important than Price. Past Performance will be assessed via a questionnaire (Attachment 2) and CPARS/PPIRS, requiring three relevant armed guard service references (prime contractor work only).
Additional Notes
A seven (7) day start-up period is allowed from award. A kickoff meeting will occur within 1-2 business days of award. This is the only solicitation; a written solicitation will not be issued.