Armed Protective Security Officer Services
ID: 192124R03VAAP0064Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSFPS EAST CCG DIV 3 ACQ DIVPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19106, USA

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

PSC

HOUSEKEEPING- GUARD (S206)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/23cdd9cfef2d43e08f9d1d443e8ca897/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective Service (FPS), is seeking small business contractors capable of providing Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO) Services at various locations throughout Virginia. The procurement encompasses three categories of services: PSO Basic Services, Temporary Additional Services (TAS), and Emergency Security Services (ESS), with an anticipated workload of at least 455,000 hours annually, requiring approximately 240 personnel to protect an estimated 69 facilities across 142 posts. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the security of federal facilities and ensuring the safety of personnel and visitors against various threats. Interested parties must submit their expressions of interest and capability statements by October 24, 2024, to Marcus L. Mason and Kristen Visconto via email, while confirming their small business status and ability to meet licensing requirements in Virginia.

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    Attachment 1 - Past Project Form.doc
    The Past Project Form is designed for contractors responding to government solicitations, requiring detailed information on previous contracts. Key sections include contractor identification, project details (such as agency name, contract number, and performance period), pricing (total project and annual estimates), and security clearance requirements. Sections 9-11 assess the quantity of protective security officer hours, including the number of officers, manned posts, and facilities involved. Additionally, contractors must provide contact information for technical and purchasing points of contact and specify the project’s geographic location. The form emphasizes the importance of the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) and requires documentation on performance issues, resolutions, subcontracting plans, and the extent of work assigned to subcontractors. It ensures a clear understanding of the contractor's past performance concerning the required services, allowing the government to evaluate capability and experience relative to the solicitation’s needs. This document reflects the structured approach the government takes in assessing the qualifications and histories of potential contractors, essential for successful bids in RFPs and grants.
    Sources Sought Notification Expression of Interest.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for an expression of interest and capability statement for armed guard services under NAICS code 561612. Interested parties must provide their legal business name, unique entity identifier, contact details, and indicate their interest as a prime contractor, joint venture, or other. The submission requires confirmation of small business status and capability to obtain a security license in Virginia. Interested entities must also describe their experience managing contracts of significant size across multiple locations, engagement with National Weapons Detection Training, and strategies for maintaining continuous post coverage. Additionally, responses must detail financial readiness, subcontracting management experience, collaboration with unions, and ability to support urgent requirements exceeding 12,000 hours over 90 days. Submissions are limited to three pages and due by 10/24/2024. Importantly, the notice clarifies that providing cost details is unnecessary, as it serves as a market survey for identifying capable sources for potential future contracts. The document highlights the importance of avoiding classified or proprietary information in responses.
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