Myrto Security wins 2 million euro tender despite license revocation

Myrto Security, a private security firm whose license was revoked by the State Police in June 2026, has joined a consortium that won a 2 million euro tender in Elbasan, Albania. The contract was awarded by the Electricity Distribution System Operator (OSSH) for the physical security of buildings, assets, and personnel in the Elbasan regional district.

The winning consortium consists of Myrto Security and Juer Security. The tender, which was announced in August 2026 with a budget of approximately 184.7 million lek, required participating companies to hold a Type 1.3A license. This license is a mandatory requirement for private security firms to operate legally.

Myrto Security’s license was previously revoked following an administrative investigation into its conduct during a violent confrontation with protesters in Zvërnec on May 30, 2026. That protest involved residents from Vlora opposing a tourism development project in the Zvërnec area.