Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services

NAICS 56161 encompasses investigation, guard, and armored car services, providing critical security and asset protection solutions across various sectors. These services include physical security personnel, armored vehicle transportation, cash and valuables management, electronic surveillance, access control, and specialized security monitoring. Typical service providers range from local security firms to national contractors specializing in comprehensive security operations.

Recent federal contract awards in this category demonstrate significant investment in protective services across multiple government agencies. The Department of Homeland Security, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of State, and Department of the Navy frequently utilize these services, with contract values ranging from $1 million to $30 million and performance periods spanning one to five years. Common set-asides include Total Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, and Competitive 8(a) designations. Performance locations are diverse, covering both domestic and international sites including military bases, federal facilities, diplomatic missions, medical centers, and critical infrastructure locations.

Recent federal contract opportunities highlight the breadth of security services requested, including armed and unarmed guard services, construction site security management, armored car courier services, and specialized security monitoring. Agencies like the Department of State, Department of Homeland Security, Department of the Navy, and Department of Veterans Affairs are seeking comprehensive security solutions involving personnel screening, access control, facility protection, emergency response, and specialized security operations. Performance locations span multiple states and international regions, including California, Virginia, Texas, Hawaii, Italy, Papua New Guinea, Belgium, and South Korea, indicating a global demand for professional security services.