Electrical Government Contracts in Colorado
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Colorado.
Market Intelligence —
Electrical in Colorado
Colorado's Electrical Services market clusters around three primary hubs: Unknown, Boulder, Colorado Springs collectively account for 63% of the state's 40 opportunities in Q3 2026. No single city exceeds 28% market share, creating a multi-node market where contractors can build a diversified pipeline across 9 active cities without over-reliance on any one metro area. This balanced concentration rewards firms that establish presence in two or more hubs rather than betting on a single metro — geographic diversification reduces risk while maximizing bid volume.
Colorado's Electrical Services landscape in Q3 2026 is shaped by 9 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Unknown and Boulder — captures 46% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including Colorado Springs and Fort Collins adds another 31%, with the remaining 5 cities splitting 23% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Colorado gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
Two agencies shape Colorado's Electrical Services market: Department of the Air Force leads at 47% of awards, with Federal Aviation Administration at 28%. Together they represent 75% of the state's 116 recorded contract actions and $65.9M in total spending. Winning with either agency provides the past-performance foundation to compete for the other's work. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — TEC-EXCHANGE, INC., SENTINEL POWER SERVICES, LLC, STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. — hold 77% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Colorado has 40 open electrical contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Boulder, Colorado Springs.
40
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Air Force
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Electrical in Colorado
Steady activity: 5 new electrical in colorado opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $192K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 88% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $86.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 77% of recent awards across 5 tracked contractors.
Computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | Lighting Inverters Repair and Reprogramming | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.FA2517 21 CONS BLDG 350 | Mar 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | UPS battery backup | Fort Collins | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE.MRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MN | Mar 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | UPS battery backup | Fort Collins | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE.MRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MN | Mar 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | UPS battery backup | Fort Collins | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE.MRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MN | Mar 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | NIST Boulder Sitewide Exterior Lighting Inspection and Repair | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Jul 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | NIST Boulder Building 4 Generator and ATS Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Aug 13, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | NIST Boulder Solar Lighting Upper Site Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Aug 14, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | NIST Boulder Solar Lighting Upper Site Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Aug 14, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | NIST Boulder Solar Lighting Upper Site Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Aug 14, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | H130--Amendment to Answer Questions for the Electrical Power Distribution System | Grand Junction | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 19 (36C259) | Sep 17, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Missile Defense Agency | STRATEGIC ALLIANCE SOLUTIONS LLC | Apr 19, 2026 – Aug 17, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | INDYNE, INC. | Jan 31, 2026 – May 31, 2026 | high |
Across Colorado, electrical opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 40 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Boulder, Colorado Springs.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Air Force | 55 | $39.9M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 32 | $17.1M |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 12 | $324K |
| Public Buildings Service | 9 | $7.8M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 8 | $667K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Colorado
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 11 |
| Boulder | 7 |
| Colorado Springs | 7 |
| Fort Collins | 5 |
| Grand Lake | 3 |
| Aurora | 2 |
| Lakewood | 2 |
| BOGOTA | 2 |
| Grand Junction | 1 |
| USAF Academy | 0 |
How We Rank These
We score each opportunity on a 0–100 scale using six transparent factors: service fit, contract value, timing urgency, geographic relevance, competition level, and agency buying appetite. Data sourced from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov, refreshed daily.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical contracts are there in Colorado?
Colorado has 40 active federal electrical opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for electrical contracts in Colorado?
Unknown, Boulder, Colorado Springs are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top electrical contractors in Colorado?
The leading incumbent vendors include TEC-EXCHANGE, INC., SENTINEL POWER SERVICES, LLC, STURGEON ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do electrical contracts come up for rebid in Colorado?
Most electrical contracts follow 30–48 month cycles. The "Recompetes" section shows contracts estimated to be recompeted within the next 12 months based on historical award patterns.
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