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This is a Sources Sought notice.
The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.
The U.S. Department of State needs a small business to provide local guard services at the U.S. Embassy Cotonou, Benin.
Key Details
What exactly do they need?
The Department of State needs a small business to provide local guard services at the U.S. Embassy Cotonou, Benin. This includes preventing unauthorized access, protecting life, maintaining order, deterring criminal and terrorist attacks, and preventing damage to U.S. assets.
What's the contract structure and timeline?
The notice doesn't say.
How will they pick the winner?
The notice doesn't say.
When and how do you bid?
Submit a brief capability statement by email to Katya V. Gutierrez at GutierrezKV@state.gov by 10:00AM EST, June 22, 2026.
Who can apply
- Any certified small business may apply.
Heads up — easy to miss
- There's a mandatory Vendor Restricted Access Form to download the DRAFT PWS and Special Contract Requirements.
- You must address each of the above requirements in your response.
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov.
- Review the attached DRAFT PWS and Special Contract Requirements (Sections C & H).
- Fill out the Vendor Restricted Access Form to download the DRAFT PWS and Special Contract Requirements.
Primary point of contact
Name
Katya Gutierrez
Email
gutierrezkv@state.gov