Avantus Security Escort Sole Source
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Space Development Agency (SDA) intends to issue a sole source, Labor Hour contract for Security Escort services to Avantus Federal, LLC of McLean, VA. This notice is for informational purposes only and is not a request for competitive proposals. Questions or comments related to this Notice of Intent are due by February 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contract will provide essential Security Escort services to the SDA. Avantus Federal, LLC is currently providing these services, and the requirement has significantly and urgently expanded. The follow-on contract ensures the continuation of these critical services under a separate SDA support contract.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source, Labor Hour contract
- Awardee: Avantus Federal, LLC (CAGE Code 36KW0)
- Value: Approximately $12,500,000 (Base: $3,000,000; Option 1: $4,500,000; Option 2: $5,000,000)
- Period of Performance: Approximately 8 months for the base period (anticipated February 2026 through September 29, 2026), followed by two 12-month option periods.
- Authority: FAR 6.302-1, Only One Responsible Source and No Other Supplies or Services Will Satisfy Agency Requirements, 10 U.S.C. 3204 (a)(1).
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source)
- Published: February 9, 2026
- Questions/Comments Due: February 24, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a Notice of Intent to award a sole source contract. It is published for informational purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation for competitive proposals. Phone calls or voicemails to the Contracting Officer will not be accepted or receive a response. All inquiries must be directed via email to Ms. Shirley Karver, indicating "Notice of Intent– SDA-SN-26-0009" in the subject line.