S--70324663 ASB024 SECURITY SERVICES EROS
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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 the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Earth Resources Observations and Science (EROS) Center has announced a Pre-Solicitation Notice for Security Services at its Sioux Falls, SD location. This opportunity is designated as an 8(a) competitive set-aside. The Government anticipates awarding a performance-based Firm Fixed Price contract, with contractor performance estimated to begin on September 1, 2026, for a potential period of five years. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is expected to be issued around April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for comprehensive Security Services to support the USGS EROS Center. Specific details regarding the scope will be provided in the forthcoming RFP.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Performance-based Firm Fixed Price contract
- Duration: Potentially 5 years, commencing September 1, 2026
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Competitive Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
- NAICS: 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services)
- PSC: S206 (Guard Services)
- Anticipated RFP Release: Around April 15, 2026
- Place of Performance: 47914 252nd Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57198, United States
Eligibility & Response
This requirement is restricted to eligible 8(a) participants, potentially limited to those in the developmental stage or both developmental and transitional stages. Responsible 8(a) vendors are encouraged to submit an offer. Interested 8(a) participants should request a copy of the solicitation expeditiously once it is released, as it will be issued without further notice upon SBA acceptance. The RFP, identified as 140G0126R0008, will be available electronically at www.sam.gov.
Additional Notes
USGS will not accept unsolicited proposals. The Government does not intend to pay for the preparation of any information submitted in response to this announcement. No written, telephonic, facsimile, or email requests for the solicitation package will be honored. Interested parties are solely responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for the RFP and any subsequent amendments. Inquiries may be submitted via email to the Contracting Officer, Scott Cox, at sdcox@usgs.gov.