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State Department Security Contract for U.S. Mission in Paraguay

Original title: Department of State → WACKENHUT PARAGUAY SA ($9.32M)

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The Frame

What this does

This contract allocates $9.32 million in federal funds to ensure the physical security of U.S. diplomatic facilities and personnel in Paraguay against threats including unauthorized access, terrorism, and civil unrest.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Wackenhut Paraguay SA

The company is contractually obligated to provide security services and maintain operations during emergencies.

U.S. Mission personnel in Paraguay

These individuals are the primary subjects of the security services provided under the contract.

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Summary

The U.S. Department of State has awarded a $9.32 million contract to Wackenhut Paraguay SA to provide armed and uniformed security services for the U.S. mission in Paraguay. The contractor is responsible for protecting U.S. personnel, dependents, and property while maintaining operations during emergencies.

Key Facts

The Department of State awarded a $9.32 million contract to Wackenhut Paraguay SA.
The contract covers the provision of local, uniformed, and armed guard services for the U.S. mission in Paraguay.
The contractor is tasked with preventing loss or injury to U.S. personnel, dependents, and property.
The contractor is responsible for preventing unauthorized access to U.S. facilities.
The contractor is tasked with deterring potential terrorist attacks.
The contractor must maintain security operations during contingent situations, including strikes, labor unrest, civil unrest, natural disasters, or pandemics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Wackenhut Paraguay SA do for the U.S. government?

They provide armed and uniformed security guards to protect U.S. personnel, property, and facilities at the U.S. mission in Paraguay.

Does this contract cover emergency situations?

Yes, the contract requires the company to continue security operations during strikes, civil unrest, natural disasters, or pandemics.

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Emphasis on Pandemic Preparedness

The contract explicitly includes pandemics as a contingency event requiring continued performance, reflecting post-2020 federal contracting standards.

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