Local Guard Force - US Mission United Arab Emirates (UAE)

The "Contractor/Vendor Information Sheet" is a crucial document for government entities, such as the Department of State, to gather comprehensive information from potential contractors and vendors. It serves as a standardized form to collect essential business details, including legal business name, tax ID, UEI number, mailing address, contact information, country of origin, and business size (large or small). The form also delves into corporate status (e.g., corporation, sole proprietorship), type of ownership (e.g., woman-owned, veteran-owned, minority-owned), and socio-economic status (e.g., 8(a) status, HUBZone, disadvantaged). Furthermore, it inquires about registration in SAM, DCAA-approved accounting practices, current business operations in a specific country, experience with guard services under NAICS code 561612, and the ability to obtain or currently hold a security license in the country. This detailed information allows government agencies to assess a vendor's qualifications, compliance, and suitability for potential contracts, grants, or RFPs.

The Department of State is seeking small businesses to provide local guard services for the U.S. Mission in the U.A.E., specifically at the U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi and Consulate Dubai. This is a sources sought notice to conduct market research for an upcoming procurement, not a request for proposals. The primary mission of these services is to protect U.S. personnel, facilities, and equipment from threats such as violent attacks and theft. Interested small businesses must demonstrate capabilities including host country licenses, compliance with labor and tax laws, insurance coverage, radio network operation, familiarity with security equipment, provision of guard force equipment, overcoming language barriers, firearms training, 24/7 staffing, ability to manage labor unrest, hiring and training host country nationals, equipment technicians, adapting to local laws, customs clearance, understanding import/export regulations, familiarity with AECA and ITAR, contract transition management, handling Government-Furnished Property, personnel screening, situational decision-making, and organized billing. Responses are due by May 8, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST and should be emailed to Mohammed Haque.

The United States Department of State (DOS) requires a qualified contractor to provide local guard services at the U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi and Consulate Dubai. The primary mission is to protect U.S. Government personnel, facilities, and equipment from damage or loss, acting as an early warning for the Embassy and Regional Security Officer (RSO). Services include standard and additional/emergency (A&E) guard services, ensuring compliance with General and Post Orders. Key tasks involve entry control, operation of security equipment (explosive, x-ray, metal detection), roving and mobile patrols, and alarm response. The contractor must maintain administrative records, logs, and provide operational reports, including incident reports and corrective action plans. Supervision, alarm monitoring, CCTV operation, Guard Electronic Monitoring System (GEMS) implementation, and an Embassy-dedicated radio network are also required. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary vehicles, uniforms, and personal equipment. The contract outlines detailed post hours, guard schedules, duty hour limits, and requires contingency and transition plans to ensure seamless operations and compliance with security protocols.