Security Systems Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
Market Intelligence —
Security Systems in Illinois
Federal Security Systems Services procurement in Illinois funnels disproportionately through Chicago, which captures 43% of the state's 14 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Chicago, Elgin, Unknown — account for 79% of statewide activity across 6 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Chicago is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In Illinois's Security Systems Services sector, Chicago dominates with 6 active opportunities (43% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Elgin at 3 and Unknown at 2. The 2.0× gap between first and second place signals that Chicago has structural advantages — likely driven by proximity to major federal facilities or defense installations. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Illinois's Security Systems Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of Veterans Affairs and Federal Aviation Administration together account for 65% of all awards worth $23.7M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Illinois must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP, CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES LLC, SIEMENS INDUSTRY INC — hold 68% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Illinois shows 3 Security Systems Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $82.0M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of the Army drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Illinois has 14 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Chicago, Elgin, Unknown.
14
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Chicago
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Systems in Illinois
Emerging activity: 2 new security systems in illinois opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $31K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 64% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $82.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 68% 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 | Fire Alarm System Testing & Inspection- Elgin, IL TRACON | Elgin | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Mar 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Fire Alarm System Testing & Inspection- Elgin, IL TRACON | Elgin | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Mar 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | 70Z03026QCLEV0004 - U.S. Coast Guard Station Chicago CCTV System Project | Chicago | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE CLEVELAND(00030) | Dec 19, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | 70Z03026QCLEV0004 - U.S. Coast Guard Station Chicago CCTV System Project | Chicago | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE CLEVELAND(00030) | Dec 23, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | 70Z03026QCLEV0004 - U.S. Coast Guard Station Chicago CCTV System Project | Chicago | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE CLEVELAND(00030) | Dec 15, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | 70Z03026QCLEV0004 - U.S. Coast Guard Station Chicago CCTV System Project | Chicago | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE CLEVELAND(00030) | Dec 29, 2025 | SBA |
| 59 | Fire Alarm System Testing & Inspection- Elgin, IL TRACON | Elgin | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Mar 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 56 | H312--Base +4 Fire and Smoke Door Inspections and Repair Services at Jesse Brown VAMC, Chicago, IL. | Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Jan 15, 2026 | — |
| 56 | Intent to Sole Source - Rapiscan Preventive Maintenance Services | Bloomington | TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THE.INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE.TAXPAYER FOCUSED SUPPORT | Jan 16, 2026 | — |
| 56 | H342--Base Plus 4 - Fire Extinguisher Inspection Service at Captain James Lovell FHCC - 556 | North Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Jan 16, 2026 | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SIX MILE, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | TUNISTA LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 13, 2026 – May 13, 2026 | high |
Across Illinois, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 14 active opportunities. Top cities include Chicago, Elgin, Unknown.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 37 | $15.4M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 13 | $3.7M |
| Department of the Army | 12 | $1.9M |
| Department of the Air Force | 8 | $2.6M |
| Drug Enforcement Administration | 7 | $58K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Chicago | 6 |
| Elgin | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
| North Chicago | 1 |
| Bloomington | 1 |
| Mt Zion | 1 |
| Batavia | 0 |
| Great Lakes | 0 |
| Jerusalem | 0 |
| Scott Air Force Base | 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 security systems contracts are there in Illinois?
Illinois has 14 active federal security systems opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for security systems contracts in Illinois?
Chicago, Elgin, Unknown are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in Illinois?
The leading incumbent vendors include JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP, CONVERGINT TECHNOLOGIES LLC, SIEMENS INDUSTRY INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in Illinois?
Most security systems 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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