Local Guard Force Personnel Supply & Management

The contract seeks a subcontractor to provide comprehensive local security personnel services for the U.S. Embassy in Port Vila, Vanuatu, encompassing full lifecycle management of a local guard force. This includes recruiting, vetting, training, deploying, and day-to-day oversight of personnel to ensure continuous 24/7 physical security coverage at the diplomatic facility. The scope requires adherence to U.S. government standards for vetting and conduct, with an emphasis on cultural competence and operational reliability in a remote international setting. The subcontractor must have the capacity to maintain a ready force capable of responding to dynamic security environments while operating under the embassy’s direct supervision. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 561613, pertaining to security services, and is managed by the Department of State through its Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum office. Responses are due by August 5, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 21, 2026. Performance is strictly delimited to Port Vila, Vanuatu, and the contractor is expected to meet all local legal and regulatory requirements while aligning with U.S. diplomatic security protocols. The nature of the work demands high reliability, discretion, and coordination with U.S. personnel, with no set-aside provisions specified, leaving eligibility open to all qualified subcontractors regardless of size or status.