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 (DOS) is soliciting proposals for Local Guard Services to support the U.S. Mission Paris, France. This requirement ensures a secure environment, preventing loss, injury, destruction, unauthorized access, and deterring terrorist attacks. The solicitation has been amended, with the latest amendment (A0002) providing revised exhibits. Proposals are due April 22, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Contractor shall provide the organizational structure, management, and qualified staff to deliver comprehensive local guard services. Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining a secure environment for U.S. personnel, dependents, and property.
- Preventing loss or injury, destruction of assets, and unauthorized access.
- Deterring potential terrorist attacks.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Duration: One base year and four one-year options.
- Set-Aside: Preference will be given to U.S. persons or U.S. Joint Venture Persons in accordance with 22 U.S.C. § 4864.
- Proposal Due: April 22, 2026, by 1:00 PM (extended by Amendment A0001).
- Published: March 24, 2026 (latest amendment).
Key Requirements & Instructions
- Mandatory Access Request: All interested offerors must complete and return a Restricted Access Request (RAR) form and submit an electronic request for access via SAM.gov to view restricted bidding documents. The RAR form requires company details, interest type (Prime, JV, Other), and agreement to safeguard sensitive information.
- Personnel Background Checks: All contracted personnel, regardless of nationality, must pass background investigations by both the Contractor and the U.S. Government.
- Site Visits: Virtual or in-person site visits will be scheduled, with details in the solicitation. Offerors are responsible for travel arrangements and visas. Limited to two representatives per firm.
- SAM.gov Registration: Offerors must have an active SAM.gov registration. The Point of Contact (POC) name on the RAR form must exactly match their name in SAM.gov.
- No Phone Calls: Phone calls regarding this opportunity will not be accepted.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the best technically acceptable proposal with the lowest evaluated price, with preference given to U.S. persons or U.S. Joint Venture Persons.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Katya Gutierrez (gutierrezkv@state.gov)