Pricing & Plans — Powerhouse Guardians
Transparent, procurement-ready pricing for Security Guards, AI Video Surveillance, and Access Control across DFW and Texas.
DFW • Texas
SBE/DBE Certified
NDAA-Friendly Hardware
Per-Project Billing for Systems
Have an RFP or subcontracting need? We respond fast and align to your scopes, SLAs, and post orders.
Guard Services
On-Site & Patrol
$28/hr Unarmed (starting)
$32/hr Armed (starting)
- Coverage: 24/7, business hours, nights/weekends, or events.
- Post Orders: Custom SOPs, incident reporting, visitor logs.
- Staffing: Unarmed, Armed, Supervisors, Rapid surge for events.
- Add-ons: Vehicle patrols, badge checks, access control, alarm response.
- Tech-enabled: Optional AI video verification and mobile reporting.
Rates shown reflect your base: $28/hr Unarmed and $32/hr Armed. Holiday, overtime, supervisor, or travel differentials may apply.
Electronic Security
AI Surveillance • Cameras • Access Control
Per-Project Billing: Hardware + labor are quoted to spec. Installation includes a ~15% markup on hardware to cover project delivery and warranty handling.
Typical Packages
| Package | What’s Included | Billing | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI Camera Starter | 2–6 NDAA cameras, NVR or cloud gateway, basic analytics, mobile app, training | Project Quote (H/W + Labor) | Small sites, offices, retail bays |
| AI Camera Pro | 8–32 cameras, advanced analytics (people/vehicle events), secure remote access, health monitoring | Project Quote (H/W + Labor) | Construction, warehouses, campuses |
| Access Control Kit | 1–4 doors, controller, readers, credentials, cloud or on-prem management, commissioning | Project Quote (H/W + Labor) | Offices, gates, storage, tool-cribs |
| AI Monitoring | Event-based alerts, verification, remote guard workflows, reporting | Monthly Subscription | After-hours protection, alarm reduction |
We design to your standards (NDAA, cyber hygiene) and can integrate with existing VMS/NVR where appropriate.
Options
Add-Ons & Service Levels
- Supervision: Site supervisors, field checks, QA audits.
- Reporting: Daily activity reports, incident logs, video clips.
- Rapid Deploy: Mobile camera trailers, solar kits, cellular uplinks.
- Integrations: Access control, LPR, PPE compliance, tool-crib analytics.
- SLAs: Service restoration targets, escalation paths, replacement hardware stock.
Procurement
Compliance & Contracts
- Certifications: SBE/DBE (DFW & Texas focused).
- Contract Vehicles: State & local procurement; cooperative vehicles as applicable.
- Documentation: W-9, insurance, licenses, capabilities statement upon request.
- Invoicing: Net terms per award; vendor portals supported (CMBL/ESBD, etc.).
We align quotes to your bid line items (NIGP 990-46 / 990-67 / 990-80, NAICS 561612 / 561621, etc.).
Frequently Asked Questions
How are guard rates calculated?
Base hourly rates start at $28/hr (Unarmed) and $32/hr (Armed). Final pricing depends on shift length, site risk, scheduling, holidays, supervision, and travel.
How do you price camera and access-control installs?
Systems are priced per project (hardware + labor). We apply ~15% markup on hardware to cover logistics, commissioning, warranty handling, and project management.
Can you integrate with my existing cameras or VMS?
In many cases, yes. We review your models/firmware and network posture, then recommend the best path (reuse, hybrid, or refresh).
What areas do you cover?
Dallas–Fort Worth and Texas statewide, with support for multi-site rollouts.
What’s the typical project timeline?
Small sites: 1–2 weeks from approval; larger campuses: phased plans.
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