US Mission Singapore Local Guard Services
ID: PR15748511Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- GUARD (S206)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c718437944ab4904987be8317a214557/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking information from qualified vendors to provide local guard services at the U.S. Mission in Singapore. This Sources Sought Notice (RFI) aims to identify all interested vendors, particularly small businesses, capable of fulfilling the requirements outlined in the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Special Contract Requirements. The primary objective of these services is to ensure the safety and security of U.S. personnel, facilities, and equipment, preventing unauthorized access and deterring potential threats. Interested parties must submit their capabilities and complete the required Contractor Information Form by 1:00 PM EST on January 9, 2026, to Kenneth P. Bailey at baileykp@state.gov, while adhering to the guidelines for accessing restricted documents.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kenneth P. Bailey
    (202) 374-4573
    baileykp@state.gov
    Files
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    ContractorInfoSheet.docx
    The US Mission Singapore Local Guard Program has issued an RFI/SSN (PR15748511) to gather information from potential contractors for local guard services. The RFI includes a Contractor/Vendor Information Sheet requesting details on legal business name, UEID, address, contact information, country of origin, business size, corporate status, type of ownership, and socio-economic status. A questionnaire further probes the contractor's resources for independent performance, experience in providing local guard services in Singapore (under NAICS code 561612), ability to assume services from another contract, current and prospective licensing, and feedback on the DRAFT Performance Work Statement (PWS). The RFI also asks about challenges with licensing and recruitment, current number of security professionals, SAM.gov registration, quality control practices, familiarity with solicitation timelines and contract sections, previous US government contracts, pricing methods, invoicing procedures, cash flow sustainability, employee wages and benefits, shift lengths, drug testing policies, guard training, use of radios, NDAA Section 889 compliance, employee vetting processes, monitoring contract opportunities, and pay parity within the guard force. Responses are due by January 9, 2026, at 1 p.m. EST.
    RestrictedAccessForm_Singapore_SSN.docx
    The U.S. Mission Singapore is issuing a Restricted Access Request for its Local Guard Program (PR15748511), seeking information and sources. This request requires interested parties to complete a form providing company details, including name, address, UEID, point of contact, telephone, and email. Applicants must indicate their role (Prime Contractor, Joint Venture Participant, or Other). A crucial aspect is the Restricted Distribution Agreement, which mandates safeguarding all information. The documents are restricted to legitimate bidders only, prohibiting duplication or secondary distribution. Firms must register with SAM.GOV, complete the form, and receive government approval to view the documents. All hardcopy prints and electronic media must be destroyed upon termination of use by shredding or formatting, and media removed from computers. Copying, scanning, or posting any part of these documents online is strictly forbidden. Completed forms should be emailed to Kenneth P. Bailey at BaileyKP@state.gov.
    SourcesSought_Singapore.docx
    The Department of State's Bureau of Global Acquisitions issued a Sources Sought Notice/Request for Information (RFI) for local guard services at the U.S. Mission Singapore. This RFI is solely for market research to identify capable vendors, including small businesses, and is not a request for proposals or an obligation to award a contract. The primary mission of these services is to protect U.S. personnel, facilities, and equipment, preventing unauthorized access and deterring attacks. Vendors must demonstrate capabilities in areas such as host country compliance (licenses, labor, tax, insurance), operating a radio network, familiarity with security equipment, furnishing guard equipment, overcoming language barriers, staff training and retention, managing labor issues, customs navigation, understanding AECA and ITAR, contract transition, managing government property, personnel screening, decision-making skills, and billing procedures. Responses are due by January 9, 2026, 13:00 EST, via email to Kenneth P. Bailey, and require completion of a Contractor Information Form and access to draft documents via a Vendor Restricted Access Form.
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