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Arrival Of Sensitive Military Assets
Security Support Services for Armed Security Response Force for Controlled/Weapon Storage at Subic Bay, Philippines - Armed Security Guard Services, Subic Bay, Philippines in accordance with FAR ****- 6( b)( 1).
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This is a justification for a sole source procurement of armed security response services for controlled weapon storage at Subic Bay, Philippines. The requirement is urgent due to the scheduled arrival of sensitive military assets on February 19, 2026, which necessitates a fully operational armed security force prior to their arrival. Continuity Global Solutions (CGS) is identified as the only qualified vendor capable of meeting this urgent timeline due to their existing operational footprint, established local relationships, corporate licensing, and access to a vetted local workforce compliant with the Government of Philippines Private Security Services Industry Act. The standard competitive procurement process would introduce unacceptable delays, making it impossible to have the necessary security in place by the required date. Market research was conducted between October 28 and December 11, 2025, involving RFIs to seven GPS IDIQ contract holders. While multiple vendors demonstrated technical abilities, only CGS has the immediate operational footprint and resources to be fully operational by the deadline. Future requirements are anticipated, and market research will be conducted for a competitive follow-on. The procurement is approved under an exception to fair opportunity pursuant to FAR ****(b)(1).
The bid notice states that the security force must be fully operational by February 19, 2026, which is the scheduled arrival date of sensitive military assets at the Subic Bay controlled weapon storage areas. This date is critical as it marks the scheduled arrival of these assets.
The award criterion is based on the vendor's ability to meet an urgent mission timeline and provide immediate operational capability, as CGS is the only qualified vendor who can provide security services in advance of the arrival of sensitive military assets.
The bid notice states that CGS is uniquely qualified as they are the only GPS vendor of seven to be currently providing similar security services, and as such, CGS already has an established footprint within the Philippines area. Unlike other GPS vendors, CGS already has the necessary corporate licensing and access to a fully vetted local workforce and can comply with the Government of Philippines Private Security Services Industry Act, which states that only Filipino citizens vetted by the Philippine government may serve as private security professionals.