Security Systems Government Contracts in South Carolina
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across South Carolina.
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Security Systems in South Carolina
South Carolina's Security Systems Services market is highly concentrated: Charleston AFB alone accounts for 50% of the state's 8 active opportunities in Q2 2026, with Charleston AFB, Columbia collectively representing 100% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Charleston AFB to access the majority of deal flow, while secondary markets offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
In South Carolina, Security Systems Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Army (32%) and Department of the Navy (31%). With 63% of 94 total awards between them and $25.1M 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 — EAGLE FIRE INC, MEDIA PLUMBING & HEATING INC, JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC — hold 78% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
South Carolina's Security Systems Services recompete pipeline contains 8 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $439.5M combined. 8 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Army accounts for the largest share of upcoming recompetes, making it the priority agency for displacement-focused contractors.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
South Carolina has 8 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-04-16, with 8 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Charleston AFB, Columbia, Johns Island.
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Open Opportunities
8
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Charleston AFB
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | 2026 Joint Base Charleston Air Show Magnetometers | Charleston AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4418 628 CONS PK | Mar 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 68 | LRC CIIP Intercom/PA and Video Surveillance Install | Columbia | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT JACKSON | Mar 17, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 57 | Wrong Way Sensor Replacement | Charleston AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR COMBAT COMMAND.FA4803 20 CONS LGCA | Apr 14, 2026 | SBA |
| 40 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source - Advantor Access Control System | Charleston AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4418 628 CONS PK | Apr 18, 2026 | NONE |
| — | LRC CIIP Intercom/PA and Video Surveillance Install | Columbia | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT JACKSON | Mar 19, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| — | 2026 Joint Base Charleston Air Show Magnetometers | Charleston AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4418 628 CONS PK | Mar 9, 2026 | SBA |
| — | LRC CIIP Intercom/PA and Video Surveillance Install | Columbia | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT JACKSON | Mar 17, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| — | LRC CIIP Intercom/PA and Video Surveillance Install | Columbia | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT JACKSON | Mar 17, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | SERCO INC | Dec 22, 2025 – Apr 21, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Energy | S & K LOGISTICS SERVICES LLC | Dec 14, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | R & D MAINTENANCE SERVICES INC | Dec 14, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | ND3 INC | Dec 28, 2025 – Apr 27, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | AT2, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SERES ENGINEERING & SERVICES LLC | Jan 16, 2026 – May 16, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | CHUGACH TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC | Jan 28, 2026 – May 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Energy | SIGMA SCIENCE INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across South Carolina, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 8 active opportunities. Top cities include Charleston AFB, Columbia, Johns Island.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 30 | $10.7M |
| Department of the Navy | 29 | $3.0M |
| Department of the Air Force | 24 | $10.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 6 | $852K |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 5 | $32K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in South Carolina
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Charleston AFB | 4 |
| Columbia | 4 |
| Johns Island | 0 |
| Salters | 0 |
| Charleston | 0 |
| Whitmire | 0 |
| Modoc | 0 |
| North Charleston | 0 |
| Clarks Hill | 0 |
| Charleson | 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 South Carolina?
South Carolina has 8 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 South Carolina?
Charleston AFB, Columbia, Johns Island are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in South Carolina?
The leading incumbent vendors include EAGLE FIRE INC, MEDIA PLUMBING & HEATING INC, JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in South Carolina?
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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