Federal Contracting by NAICS Code · Facilities & Support
NAICS 561612: Security Guards and Patrol Services
Armed and unarmed guard and patrol services — including bodyguard services and security patrols. One of the largest federal services categories by dollars, covering most building-security contracts at GSA-managed facilities and many DoD installations.
📊 Based on 38 real federal solicitations tracked under this code
Sector
Facilities & Support
Typical award value
$500K - $100M+ per award
Set-aside activity
Yes
Federal agencies that buy under NAICS 561612
These buyers award security guards and patrol services work under this code most often. Set up alerts on WinAContract to catch their solicitations early, then draft your response in GovCon.
Set-asides used under NAICS 561612
Filtering opportunities by NAICS 561612 and your certification surfaces the bids where large primes are excluded. See our set-aside program guides for how each one works.
Common questions about NAICS 561612
Which federal agencies buy under NAICS 561612?
The agencies that most frequently post security guards and patrol services solicitations under NAICS 561612 include Department of Homeland Security (FPS), GSA Public Buildings Service, Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of State. Tracking these buyers on WinAContract and drafting responses in GovCon is the fastest way to build a pipeline under this code.
Is NAICS 561612 eligible for small-business set-asides?
Yes. Solicitations under NAICS 561612 commonly use Small Business, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB. If your firm holds a matching socioeconomic certification, you can compete on set-aside opportunities where large businesses are excluded — typically a far less crowded field.
What is the typical contract value for NAICS 561612?
Federal awards under NAICS 561612 typically range $500K - $100M+ per award. Actual values vary widely by agency, scope, and contract vehicle — for example, individual IDIQ task orders versus standalone definitive contracts.
What NAICS codes are related to 561612?
Closely related codes include 561621 (561621 · Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)), 561210 (561210 · Facilities Support Services), 561110 (561110 · Office Administrative Services). Registering in SAM.gov under every code that fits your capabilities widens the set of opportunities you'll match.
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