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How is object security priced in the Netherlands?
Object security is typically priced per hour per guard, with the total cost driven by the number of guards required, the hours of coverage (day, evening, overnight, weekend), and any specialist requirements (language, certification level, armed capability where applicable). A written site assessment is the starting point for any accurate quote.
What is a site assessment and why is it necessary before quoting?
A site assessment is a structured evaluation of your location: floor area, access point count, visitor and contractor profile, existing CCTV and access-control infrastructure, and any specific incident history. It produces a guard specification — the number of guards, their positioning, their brief, and the coverage hours — on which an accurate price can be based. Providers who quote without a site assessment are pricing a generic service, not your site.
What makes object security more expensive for some sites?
Higher costs are typically driven by: specialist guard profiles (language requirements, specific industry training, higher certification tiers), more access points requiring simultaneous coverage, 24/7 or overnight coverage (which requires multiple shifts and a standby pool), sensitive environments requiring additional vetting, and sites with high visitor throughput requiring active visitor management rather than passive deterrence.
Is it cheaper to use an agency guard or a directly employed guard?
Agency guards through a licensed provider include the cost of payroll, Wpbr licensing compliance, training, supervision, and replacement cover — the total employer cost of a directly employed equivalent is typically higher when all obligations are included. More importantly, using an unlicensed provider or an individual without a valid beveiligerspas is illegal under the Wpbr and can result in significant penalties for the commissioning party.
What should be included in a guard contract?
A complete guard contract includes: the written site security plan (guard brief, position, protocols, escalation chain), the guard specification (hours, shifts, minimum qualification), the reporting obligation (incident reports, shift reports), the replacement guarantee (coverage when the assigned guard is unavailable), and the liability and insurance provisions. A contract that specifies only hours and a rate is missing most of the accountability framework.
How do I compare quotes from different security providers?
Compare on: (1) whether a site assessment was conducted before quoting — if not, the quote is not specific to your site; (2) what the guard brief covers — a guard deployed without a written site security plan is not deployed professionally; (3) Wpbr licensing — confirm the provider holds a valid Wpbr licence and that the proposed guards hold beveiligerspas credentials; (4) what happens when a guard is absent — does the contract guarantee replacement?
Does Mission Support provide a quote without obligation?
Yes. Mission Support's process starts with a site assessment — a no-obligation evaluation of your location that produces a written deployment specification and quote. There is no charge for the initial site assessment for commercial and institutional enquiries. Contact us through the consultation form to arrange an assessment.
What is the minimum contract length for object security in the Netherlands?
Contract length varies by engagement type. Event security and one-off requirements can be contracted on a single-day basis. Ongoing site guarding contracts are typically three to twelve months with a notice period. Mission Support discusses contract structure during the site assessment process — contact us to discuss the arrangement that fits your operational requirement.