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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on July 13, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Armed Maritime Security Services (PMSC)

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NAICS: 561613
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B26OP04172 Request for Proposals (RFP) for Armored car service with armed guards to pick up, transport, count and deposit paper and coin currency for a period of up to three (3) years with two (2) one-year options.
Solicitation # B26OP04172
Solicitation B26OP04172 is a request for proposals issued by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), acting as the lead agency for a joint procurement including Pace Suburban Bus and Metra. The objective is to secure a qualified armored car service provider to pick up, transport, count, and deposit paper and coin currency. The contract is structured as a firm fixed unit price agreement for an initial term of three years, with two optional one-year extensions. The selected contractor will be responsible for the secure transport of revenue collection equipment from designated locations to a secure counting facility, processing the funds in accordance with Federal Reserve System standards, and depositing the revenue into designated bank accounts. The procurement process requires electronic submissions via the Bonfire portal by September 17, 2026. Proposals are evaluated based on the firm's understanding of the scope of work and the experience of its key personnel. The agencies intend to award three separate contracts, one for each entity. Key requirements include strict adherence to currency shipment sealing and verification protocols, the maintenance of a quality management system, and compliance with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) requirements. Contractors must also provide comprehensive insurance coverage and performance-payment bonds, while adhering to federal and state regulations, including the Illinois Human Rights Act and various civil rights mandates.
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The contract awards armed private maritime security personnel to provide comprehensive protection for vessels during transit, specifically defending against vessel-borne suicide attacks, boardings by hostile forces, and unmanned aerial system threats. Services are not automatically activated upon award but are triggered at the sole discretion of the government, ensuring flexibility in deployment based on operational needs and threat assessments. The work falls under NAICS code 561613 for security services and is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense, with the contracting activity managed by Mschq Norfolk. Responses must be submitted by July 20, 2026, with the opportunity posted on July 13, 2026, and no set-aside provisions are specified for small businesses or other categories. Performance location details are not provided, indicating that deployment may occur across multiple maritime regions as directed.

General Info

Armed maritime security services for vessel protection against suicide attacks, boardings, and drones, activated at government discretion.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq NorfolkView Agency

NAICS

561613 - Armored Car ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

WA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N3220526R6107.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
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Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
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Provide armed private maritime security personnel to protect the vessel during transit, including defense against VBSS, suicide-bomber vessels, and UAS attacks. Services are activated post-award at government discretion.

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