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

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

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What This Bill Does

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 personnel, dependents, and property, as well as maintaining security during emergencies like civil unrest or natural disasters.

Why it matters

This contract allocates $9.32 million in federal funds to a private security firm to manage the physical safety and operational continuity of U.S. diplomatic facilities and personnel in Paraguay.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Wackenhut Paraguay SA

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

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U.S. Mission Paraguay personnel and dependents

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

Key Facts

The Department of State awarded a $9.32 million contract to Wackenhut Paraguay SA.
The contract covers the provision of uniformed and armed local 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.

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The contractor is tasked with deterring potential terrorist attacks.
The contractor must maintain operations during contingency situations, including strikes, labor unrest, civil unrest, natural disasters, or pandemics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What services is Wackenhut Paraguay SA providing?

They are providing armed and uniformed security guards to protect U.S. personnel, property, and facilities in Paraguay.

What happens if there is a strike or natural disaster?

The contract requires the security firm to continue performance and maintain a secure environment even during contingencies like labor unrest, civil unrest, natural disasters, or pandemics.

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Emphasis on Contingency Planning

The contract explicitly mandates that security services must continue through pandemics and civil unrest, reflecting a heightened focus on operational continuity in volatile environments.

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