Tenders by sector
Security services tenders in Singapore
Government agencies regularly tender for manned guarding, building security and security systems such as CCTV and access control. Contracts often run for a few years, with extension options. They’re published on GeBIZ, and TenderSmart can email you new ones as they appear.
Updated 2026-10-09
Who buys
- Ministries and statutory boards
- Schools, polytechnics and ITEs
- Public hospitals
- MHA and Home Team departments
- Town councils and community facilities
Typical tender scopes
- Manned guarding and patrols
- Concierge and reception security
- CCTV supply, installation and maintenance
- Access control and visitor management systems
- Event security
What you need to qualify
Security agencies must be licensed by the Police Licensing & Regulatory Department, and many buyers look at your Security Agencies Grading Exercise (SAGE) grade. Security officers are covered by the Progressive Wage Model, so price manpower accordingly. CCTV and systems tenders may need electrical or ICT qualifications instead.
Each tender sets out its own eligibility criteria and evaluation method. Read them before you start pricing.
How to find security tenders
New security tenders are published on GeBIZ throughout the year, often as quotations with short deadlines. Searching every day is the only way to catch them all by hand.
With TenderSmart, you set keywords such as security services, guarding, CCTV, access control, and we email you matching tenders every morning with a link to the notice. New to bidding? Start with our guide to the tender process.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find security tenders in Singapore?
Government security tenders are published on GeBIZ. TenderSmart can email you new ones that match your keywords every morning.
Who issues security tenders?
Common buyers include Ministries and statutory boards, Schools, polytechnics and ITEs and Public hospitals.
What do I need to bid for security tenders?
Security agencies must be licensed by the Police Licensing & Regulatory Department, and many buyers look at your Security Agencies Grading Exercise (SAGE) grade. Security officers are covered by the Progressive Wage Model, so price manpower accordingly. CCTV and systems tenders may need electrical or ICT qualifications instead.