USM Paris, France
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 U.S. Department of State is soliciting proposals for Local Guard Services to support the U.S. Mission Paris, France. This requirement aims to provide a secure environment, prevent loss or injury to personnel and property, deter unauthorized access, and mitigate terrorist threats. Proposals are due April 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
The selected Contractor will provide organizational structure, management, and qualified staff to meet or exceed the Performance Work Statement requirements. Services include preventing loss or injury to U.S. personnel, dependents, and property; preventing unauthorized access; and deterring potential terrorist attacks. All contracted personnel, regardless of nationality, must pass background investigations conducted by both the Contractor and the U.S. Government.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Duration: One base year and four one-year options.
- Preference: In accordance with 22 U.S.C. § 4864, preference will be given to offerors qualifying as U.S. persons or U.S. Joint Venture Persons.
- Proposal Due: April 27, 2026, 1:00 PM (UTC)
- Published: April 21, 2026 (latest amendment)
Evaluation
Award will be made to the best technically acceptable proposal with the lowest evaluated price.
Key Requirements & Access
Interested offerors must complete and return a Restricted Access Request (RAR) form and submit an electronic request for access to the solicitation via SAM.gov to gain access to the requirement. The Point of Contact (POC) name on the RAR form must exactly match the name registered in SAM.gov. The latest RAR form (posted April 21, 2026) details the required information (Company Name, DUNS/CAGE, POC, Interest Type) and strict distribution restrictions for sensitive documents. Site visits to U.S. Mission facilities in Paris will be scheduled and detailed in the solicitation, with a limit of two representatives per firm. Offerors are responsible for their own travel arrangements. Phone calls will not be accepted.
Amendments
This solicitation has been amended multiple times, with the latest amendment (A0003, dated April 15, 2026) extending the proposal submission deadline to April 27, 2026.