Level II Armed Security Guard Services- DR-4847-CTM
Overview
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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 Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Region 8, is soliciting proposals for Level II Armed Security Guard Services in support of DR-4847-CTM in Montana. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for a Labor Hour contract with Firm Fixed Hourly Rates. The services are required primarily at disaster-related sites and facilities within declared disaster areas. Proposals are due April 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM MT.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide Level II Armed Protective Security Officers (PSOs) for various locations across Montana during declared disasters. Key requirements include:
- Availability of officers within 24 hours of contract execution, with ten PSOs available at contract start.
- Services encompass guard post orders, access/egress control, security screening, visitor processing, patrol and response, and traffic control.
- Personnel must be U.S. Citizens, English proficient, hold a high school diploma/GED, be at least 21 years old, and have current/prior military or security experience.
- All personnel require a suitability package review and Tier 2S background investigations.
- The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary uniforms, equipment, firearms, and ammunition. Detailed post orders define expected duties and conduct.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Labor Hour with Firm Fixed Hourly Rates.
- Period of Performance: A Base Period of 3,120 hours, plus three (3) Option Periods, each for 3,120 hours. An Option to Extend Services (FAR 52.217-8) for up to six months may also be exercised.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Place of Performance: Hardin, MT, and other disaster-related sites within Montana.
- Incumbent: There is a current contract (70FBR825C00000002) for these services.
- Funding: Contingent upon appropriation of funds.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: April 17, 2026, 3:00 PM MT.
- Questions Due: April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM MT.
- Submission Method: Via email to the Contracting Officer.
- Evaluation: Best Value Tradeoff, considering Technical, Past Performance, and Price. Technical and Past Performance, when combined, are approximately equal to price.
- Technical Factors: Work Plan & Proposed Personnel, Project Management Plan & Oversight, Quality Control Plan, Prior Experience, and Past Performance are of equal importance.
- Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in SAM with an "active" status and be found responsible per FAR 9.101.
- Required Forms: Bidders must complete numerous security and personnel screening forms, including SF 85P, SF 85P-S, SF 87 Fingerprint Chart, DHS Form 11000-25, OF306, Lautenberg Amendment Statement, DHS Form 11000-6 NDA, and DHS Form 11000-9. Wage Determinations (Attachment E) are critical for accurate pricing.