State & Local Security Contracts Open Right Now: 5 High-Value Opportunities You Shouldn’t Ignore (Apr 13 – Apr 20, 2026)
State and local agencies are actively procuring security services across schools, public facilities, transportation hubs, and municipal infrastructure.
This week’s pipeline under NAICS 561612 (Security Guards & Patrol Services) shows strong demand at the state, county, and city level.
But just like federal, not every bid is worth your time.We filtered through the noise and selected five opportunities that are actually worth evaluating, based on scope, accessibility, and realistic win potential.
1. Citywide Security Guard Services – Municipal Facilities
Agency: City Government
Location: Multiple City Sites
Due Date: April 2026
Estimated Value: $1M – $5M
This is a multi-location city contract covering public buildings.
These contracts are operationally similar to SSA-type federal contracts but with:
Good opportunity for companies already handling multiple sites and looking to scale locally.
2. School District Security Services
Agency: Public School District
Location: District-wide
Due Date: April 2026
Estimated Value: $500K – $2M
Security services for schools and district facilities.
Scope:
Bid Reality:
Focus is not just security but interaction and safety management.
Takeaway:
Good fit for firms with experience in:
3. County Facility Security Contract
Agency: County Government
Location: County Buildings
Due Date: April 2026
Estimated Value: $800K – $3M
Security services across county offices and facilities.
Scope:
Bid Reality:
These are steady contracts with moderate competition.
Takeaway:
Strong opportunity for small to mid-sized firms building local government presence.
4. Transit Security Services
Agency: Regional Transportation Authority
Location: Transit hubs / stations
Due Date: April 2026
Estimated Value: $2M – $6M
Security services for transportation systems.
Scope:
Bid Reality:
Higher complexity due to:
Takeaway:
Good for firms with experience in:
5. Healthcare Facility Security Services
Agency: Public Healthcare System / Hospital Network
Location: Multiple Facilities
Due Date: April 2026
Estimated Value: $1M – $4M
Security services for hospitals and healthcare centers.
Scope:
Bid Reality:
Healthcare environments require:
Takeaway:
Strong positioning contract for companies working in regulated environments.
State and local demand is strong across:
Compared to federal:
This makes state and local contracts a practical starting point for many companies.
Simple approach:
State and local contracts are often overlooked, but they are one of the fastest ways to:
If you’re in security services, this is where you build your foundation.
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Want federal opportunities as well? Check out our federal bid breakdown here.