Maritime Security Services (Armed Contract Security Personnel)

This contract involves the provision of armed security personnel aboard a U.S.-flagged dry cargo vessel to ensure force protection during maritime transit. The security team is required to be equipped with military-style full metal jacket ammunition and must operate in compliance with Department of Defense use-of-force policies. The contract falls under the NAICS code 561612, pertaining to security services, and is managed by the Department of Defense's Mschq Norfolk office. The requirement emphasizes maintaining a robust security posture aligned with military standards, reflecting the need for highly trained armed contract security personnel capable of mitigating threats during vessel operations. The contract type is a subcontract and was posted in December 2025, with specific details regarding the place of performance and point of contact not disclosed. This ensures the contractor’s responsibilities focus on implementing strict force protection protocols in a maritime environment under DoD oversight.