The Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, awarded a definitive contract to Securitas Chile - Scis JV for local guard services at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago, Chile, with a ceiling value of $10.9 billion and an ultimate completion date of November 30, 2031, on December 1, 2026.
The contract is priced on a time-and-materials basis with no set-aside. The originating solicitation, posted February 26, 2026, sought qualified contractors to provide local guard services protecting U.S. personnel, dependents, and assets; preventing unauthorized access; and deterring potential terrorist attacks. The contractor must demonstrate organizational capability for adequate staffing, management structure, and qualified personnel meeting or exceeding Performance Work Statement standards. All personnel, regardless of nationality, must pass contractor-conducted and U.S. Government background investigations to certify employment suitability. The contract structure includes a one-year base period with four optional one-year renewals exercisable at the Government's discretion.
Place of performance is Herndon, VA. NAICS 561612 (Security Guards and Patrol Services) and PSC S206 (Housekeeping-Guard) apply.