Electrical Government Contracts in North Carolina
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across North Carolina.
Market Intelligence —
Electrical in North Carolina
In Q3 2026, North Carolina has 32 active Electrical Services opportunities distributed across 10 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 44% of all activity. Unknown, Butner, Fort Bragg together hold 66% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering North Carolina's Electrical Services market should treat Unknown as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
In North Carolina's Electrical Services sector, Unknown dominates with 14 active opportunities (44% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Butner at 4 and Fort Bragg at 3. The 3.5× gap between first and second place signals that Unknown 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.
In North Carolina, Electrical Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Federal Aviation Administration (44%) and Department of Veterans Affairs (23%). With 66% of 131 total awards between them and $65.8M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — WELLS GLOBAL, LLC, EATON CORPORATION, URBAN ELECTRIC, INC — hold 82% 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
North Carolina has 32 open electrical contract opportunities as of 2026-08-31, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Butner, Fort Bragg.
32
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Federal Aviation Administration
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Electrical in North Carolina
Majority small-business: 81% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $43.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 82% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | J061--Electrical Breaker Testing | Salisbury | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Dec 1, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | Fort Bragg 525 EMIB IDS Installation to Existing System | Fort Bragg | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FDO FT BRAGG | Jan 29, 2026 | NONE |
| 63 | Base Elizabeth City Transformer Replacement | Elizabeth City | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ELIZABETH CITY(00081) | — | SBA |
| 61 | Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade (Optics) | Butner | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC | Aug 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade (Optics) | Butner | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC | Aug 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade (Optics) | Butner | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC | Aug 5, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade (Optics) | Butner | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC | Aug 5, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | SAAF and MAAF Airfield Lighting System Maintenance and Repair | Fort Bragg | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FDO FT BRAGG | Jun 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | SAAF and MAAF Airfield Lighting System Maintenance and Repair | Fort Bragg | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FDO FT BRAGG | Jun 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Greensboro, NC - Electrical and Data Cabling Installation Services | Greensboro | TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THE.INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE.OPERATION SERVICES | Jun 5, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE | Apr 4, 2026 – Aug 2, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | DSC-EMI MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
Across North Carolina, electrical opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 32 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Butner, Fort Bragg.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Aviation Administration | 57 | $32.8M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 30 | $14.6M |
| Department of the Army | 24 | $14.8M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 12 | $2.4M |
| National Institutes of Health | 8 | $1.1M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in North Carolina
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 14 |
| Butner | 4 |
| Fort Bragg | 3 |
| Goldsboro | 3 |
| Cherry Point | 2 |
| Harkers Island | 2 |
| Durham | 1 |
| Elizabeth City | 1 |
| Salisbury | 1 |
| Greensboro | 1 |
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 North Carolina?
North Carolina has 32 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 North Carolina?
Unknown, Butner, Fort Bragg are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top electrical contractors in North Carolina?
The leading incumbent vendors include WELLS GLOBAL, LLC, EATON CORPORATION, URBAN ELECTRIC, INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do electrical contracts come up for rebid in North Carolina?
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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