VA Awarded $15.5 Million Security Contract
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs finalized a five-year agreement for security services in the Caribbean.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Military Jobs
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The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs awarded a $15.5 million contract to One Corps Inc. on September 1, 2026. This firm-fixed-price agreement covers unarmed security services for VA facilities across Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Why it matters
The contract ensures continuous facility protection for the regional VA healthcare system. It was specifically reserved for small businesses to maintain security staffing across clinics in the Caribbean.
The five-year deal is valued at $15,506,155.20 and includes 23 contract line item security posts. Coverage for the St. Croix and St. Thomas clinics spans 8.5 hours during each weekday.
The players
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
This federal agency is responsible for providing comprehensive healthcare and support services to eligible military veterans.
One Corps Inc.
The contractor is a small business entity that specializes in providing professional security services to government facilities.
The details
One Corps Inc. is tasked with providing all personnel, supervision, equipment, and supplies required for facility protection. Guards perform access control, identification checks, patrols, and emergency response functions at VA clinics in the region.
Timeline
One Corps Inc. was awarded a previous security contract in 2021.
The current five-year contract period began on September 1, 2026.
The performance period for the new agreement ends on August 31, 2031.
Market Landscape
The contract award follows the established protocol of the Small Business Act procurement set-aside provisions by limiting competition to qualified small firms. This continues the trend of consolidating regional facility management under specialized small business contractors.
Veterans and staff visiting VA facilities in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands will see continued security presence at clinics. These unarmed guards perform vital identification and access control duties for the regional healthcare system.
The takeaway
Securing long-term facility contracts allows government agencies to maintain consistent service standards for regional healthcare operations. Small businesses looking to participate in federal work must ensure compliance with rigorous staffing and equipment requirements to secure future renewals.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Virgin Islands Consortium.
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