Local Guard Services U.S. Mission Manama, Bahrain
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 (DOS), specifically the ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM office, has issued a Solicitation for Local Guard Services to support the U.S. Mission Manama, Bahrain. This requirement is for a qualified Contractor to provide a secure environment, prevent loss or injury to U.S. personnel, dependents, and property, prevent unauthorized access, and deter potential terrorist attacks. The anticipated period of performance is one base year and four one-year options. Proposals are due by July 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The selected Contractor will be responsible for providing comprehensive local guard services, including:
- Establishing an organizational structure and management.
- Supplying qualified staff at levels adequate to meet or exceed requirements in the Performance Work Statement.
- Ensuring a secure environment for the U.S. Mission Manama, Bahrain.
- Preventing loss or injury to U.S. personnel, dependents, and property.
- Preventing unauthorized access.
- Deterring potential terrorist attacks.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for Local Guard Services, PSC S206)
- Duration: One base year + four one-year options (exercisable at Government's discretion)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 3, 2026, 5:00 PM ET (extended by Amendment 0001)
- Published: June 16, 2026 (original solicitation); Amendment 0001 posted June 18, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Manama, Bahrain
Submission Requirements & Important Notes
- Offerors must request access in SAM.gov to view the full solicitation (19AQMM26R0043) and all correlating documents. Details for obtaining access are in the History - Presolicitation Notice.
- Questions must be submitted using the provided Excel format and follow instructions in Section L.9. of 19AQMM26R0043. Questions via telephone or in person are not acceptable.
- Amendment 0001 extended the response due date, provided Exhibit U (Questions and Answers), and updated solicitation documents and Exhibit F.
- A document titled "19AQMM26R0043 Questions format.xlsx" is available, which appears to be a template for submitting questions.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Mohammed N. Haque
- Email: HaqueMN@state.gov