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Security Guard Services RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

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Security Guard Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

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Port Of Seattle

WASep 22

Why now

- The Port of Seattle Commission is weighing authorization of a $6.9 million security contract for four airport employee parking lots, including $6.2 million for five years of guard services. - The proposed contract mandates a constant guard presence, patrol, and 24/7/365 coverage for over 5,500 stalls serving more than 18,000 airport tenants. - Commissioners postponed the vote from September 9 to September 22, 2026, to further examine labor standards, benefits, and safety provisions. - The current security contract expires in October 2027, with an RFP scheduled for Q1 2027 and contract award anticipated in Q3 2027.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Sep 22

Key Contacts · Verified by Starbridge

Veronica Harris

Accounts Receivable Manager

Mark Moffatt

Airport Communications Center

City of Chattanooga

TNSep 1

Why now

- Chattanooga City Council deferred a $2 million annual, four-year security contract for parks and other facilities until September 22nd, citing unresolved coverage concerns. - Councilman Elliott voiced concerns about past inadequate security at community centers, including incidents where weapons were pulled, and demanded detailed facility-by-facility security plans. - The city currently lacks a consolidated security contract, using separate open-market vendors across multiple sites, making the new agreement time-sensitive to restore consistent coverage. - Walden Security was selected to provide armed and unarmed guards for most city…

City of Seattle

WASep 11

Why now

- Downtown Seattle plan calls for “security, maintenance, and operations resources” for transit stops and stations. - Downtown plan proposes “Expand Community Crisis Responder (CCR) coverage to 24/7” with additional staffing. - Downtown plan supports “wrap-around response teams” for parks under “Make Everyone Feel Safe and Welcome.”

Town of Oxford

MDSep 8

Why now

- Talbot County Sheriff’s Office reported 431 incidents logged in Oxford during August 2026. - August 2026 included 346 business/property checks and 1 burglar alarm. - Agenda authorized deputies’ coverage and street closures for the Oxford Fire Company centennial parade.

Meeting Mention

Doylestown Township

PASep 1

Why now

- Police Chief reports overnight minimum staffing of two officers and daytime minimum coverage requirements amid increased investigations. - Monthly coverage example shows January 2024 had 240 hours with only two officers on duty during a 24-hour period. - Chief requests hiring one officer for 2027 and one for 2028 to address identified staffing/coverage gaps.

Town of Mount Desert

MEJul 1

Why now

- Mount Desert dispatch closed 11:00 PM–7:00 AM since 2022 due to staffing shortages.

Meeting MentionPre-RFPDetected: Jul 1

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Yamhill County

ORJul 1

Why now

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City of Murfreesboro

TNJul 1

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MPA 296 Security Guard Services

Rhode Island Division of PurchasesRI

Due Mar 30, 2029

WJHTC Armed Security Guard Services

692L79 DOT FAA Technical CenterNJ

Closing Soon

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Howard County

Recent intent

- Police budget includes $400,000 for “Replacement Camera Management System.” - Corrections plans to integrate multiple surveillance systems into a single unified system. - Sheriff’s Office budget adds Deputy Sheriff staffing (3 FTE restored and 4 FTE added). - Sheriff’s Office aims for effective circuit courthouse security with security incident targets.
- Howard County Bureau of Contracts and Security manages building security program, including access control, visitor management, and oversight of security guard personnel. - Howard County Police Department proposed $4.6 million increase to support ongoing staffing needs and services in FY2026. - Sheriff’s Office budget planning targets effective security at the circuit courthouse and limits reportable security incidents to 15.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

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What is a pre-RFP signal for security guard services?

A pre-RFP signal is a public-record indicator that a buyer is moving toward a security guard services purchase before they've issued an RFP. Starbridge tracks six categories: meeting mentions, budget allocations, contract expirations, grant awards, leadership changes, and strategic plans.

How early does Starbridge detect security guard services demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

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Howard County

Recent intent

- Police budget includes $400,000 for “Replacement Camera Management System.” - Corrections plans to integrate multiple surveillance systems into a single unified system. - Sheriff’s Office budget adds Deputy Sheriff staffing (3 FTE restored and 4 FTE added). - Sheriff’s Office aims for effective circuit courthouse security with security incident targets.
- Howard County Bureau of Contracts and Security manages building security program, including access control, visitor management, and oversight of security guard personnel. - Howard County Police Department proposed $4.6 million increase to support ongoing staffing needs and services in FY2026. - Sheriff’s Office budget planning targets effective security at the circuit courthouse and limits reportable security incidents to 15.

How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

When you see a budget allocation or strategic plan mention, the agency is just beginning to define their need. Engage now to help write the specs before the RFP goes public.

2. Time your outreach

Don't cold call into the void. Use contract expiration signals to reach out to buyers exactly when they are unhappy with their incumbent or preparing to renew.

3. Arm your SDRs

Replace generic "checking in" emails with hyper-specific context. Reach out referencing their exact meeting minutes, named decision-makers, and approved budget line items.

FAQs

What is a pre-RFP signal for security guard services?

How early does Starbridge detect security guard services demand?

Six to eighteen months before a formal RFP, on average. The earliest signals are usually board meeting mentions or budget line items.

What sources does Starbridge monitor?

Security Guard Services RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

Security Guard Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

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MPA 296 Security Guard Services

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Howard County

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Security Guard Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

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MPA 296 Security Guard Services

WJHTC Armed Security Guard Services

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Howard County

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Security Guard Services (Request for Proposal)

PLCB Security Guard Services RFP

Annual Contract for Security Guard Services

Protective Security Guard Services - (Request for Proposal)

SHARP Security Guard Services (Invitation for Quote)

PROPOSAL NAME: SECURITY GUARD SERVICES RFP

Countywide Armed Security Guard Services (Request For Proposal)

Unarmed Security Guard & Patrol Services (Request for Proposal)

Port Of Seattle

City of Chattanooga

City of Seattle

Security Guard Services RFPs, Pre-RFP Signals and Bid Opportunities

Security Guard Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Port Of Seattle Commission Regular Meeting

Chattanooga City Council Business Meeting

Seattle City Council Special Meeting - Public Hearing

Commissioners of Oxford Regular Meeting

Township Budget Workshop

Town of Mount Desert FY2027 Budget

Yamhill County FY2026-2027 Budget

City of Murfreesboro FY2026-2027 Budget

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Security Guard Services: Pre-RFP Opportunities

Port Of Seattle Commission Regular Meeting

Chattanooga City Council Business Meeting

Seattle City Council Special Meeting - Public Hearing

Commissioners of Oxford Regular Meeting

Township Budget Workshop

Town of Mount Desert FY2027 Budget

Yamhill County FY2026-2027 Budget

City of Murfreesboro FY2026-2027 Budget

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How to use pre-RFP signals

1. Shape the requirement

2. Time your outreach

3. Arm your SDRs

FAQs

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