Notice of Consolidation Determination for Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services for West Texas, South Texas and New Mexico
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 Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Protective Service (FPS), has issued a Consolidation Determination for Protective Security Officer (PSO) services across New Mexico, West Texas, and South Texas. This notice announces the intent to consolidate three existing contracts into a single requirement, valued at an estimated $368 million over its full term. This decision aims to enhance efficiency and streamline operations for critical national security requirements.
Purpose and Rationale
The FPS Acquisition Division plans to solicit offers for armed PSO services by consolidating three separate contracts into one. This consolidation is deemed necessary and justified to improve efficiency, reduce overhead, simplify contract management, and enhance service quality. The government's objective is to streamline operations, reduce administrative burden, and improve resource allocation, particularly for services at the southern border.
Scope and Contract Details
The consolidated requirement will cover PSO services (Product Service Code S206 - Guard Services) at various locations throughout the specified regions. It will be competed as a task order on an existing Multiple Award Contract (MAC), structured with a one-year base period and four (4) one-year ordering periods. The estimated total value, including all options, is $368,000,000.
Market Research and Small Business Impact
Market research indicated adequate competition, with seven out of seven MAC holders expressing intent to bid. No small businesses were identified with contracts of this magnitude. The incumbent contracts were unrestricted and performed by large businesses. The consolidation is not expected to adversely affect small business participation and may create subcontracting opportunities.
Benefits of Consolidation
Anticipated benefits include reduced overhead, simplified contract management, improved resource allocation, enhanced vendor accountability, and operational efficiencies. This consolidation is considered critical to the FPS's mission success, especially concerning service coverage and consistency at the southern border.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jennifer Rayca, Contract Specialist at Jennifer.Rayca@fps.dhs.gov or 267-946-3978. A secondary contact is Melissa Hally at Melissa.Hally@fps.dhs.gov or **267-691-0637}.