Local Guard Force - US Mission United Arab Emirates (UAE)

The U.S. Department of State, through its Office of Acquisition Management and Bureau of Diplomatic Security, is conducting market research to assess the availability and capability of small businesses to provide local guard services at the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This sources-sought notice, issued under solicitation number PR15904172 and identified by NAICS code 561612, seeks only brief capability statements and completed Contractor Information Sheets from small businesses; no contract award is anticipated from this notice, nor will costs for submitting information be reimbursed. The scope of work involves 24/7 protection of U.S. personnel, facilities, and assets through manned guard posts, mobile patrols, and the operation of security systems including GEMS, CCTV, explosive detection, and x-ray equipment, all in strict compliance with General and Post Orders. Contractors must furnish their own uniforms, vehicles, radios, and equipment, ensure all personnel are properly licensed under UAE law, trained in local customs and security protocols, and capable of maintaining continuous staffing with rapid backfill capability, including managing labor unrest and language barriers. All performance must occur at the two specified locations in the UAE, with a mandatory 90-calendar-day transition period upon issuance of the Notice-to-Proceed that cannot be extended. The contractor is responsible for compliance with U.S. regulatory requirements including AECA and ITAR, as well as local labor, tax, insurance, and customs laws. Personnel must undergo background checks and training in equipment operation and emergency response, with a designated Project Manager and Guard Force Commander available around the clock for coordination with the Government. Inspections and acceptance are conducted onsite by the Contracting Officer’s Representative, using automated systems like GEMS to monitor guard movements, patrol compliance, and post inspections conducted at least twice during daylight and three times at night. While no formal evaluation factors, weights, or pricing data are provided due to the preliminary nature of this notice, responses must affirm small business status, SAM.gov registration, and relevant experience under NAICS 561612, along with valid host-country licenses and DCAA-approved accounting practices if relevant. Submissions are due by May 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST via email only to Mohammed N. Haque, with no web portal or physical submissions accepted.