Electrical Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
Market Intelligence —
Electrical in California
Across California's 10 cities with active Electrical Services procurement in Q2 2026, three markets stand out: Palo Alto, Unknown, Port Hueneme together capture 61% of 18 statewide opportunities. With Palo Alto at 33%, the market is concentrated enough to reward geographic specialization but distributed enough that secondary markets remain viable for contractors building a California presence.
The top Electrical Services markets in California as of Q2 2026 are: Palo Alto (6 opportunities, 33% of state activity); Unknown (4 opportunities, 22% of state activity); Port Hueneme (1 opportunities, 6% of state activity). Palo Alto leads by a factor of 1.5× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Palo Alto metro. The statewide average is 2 opportunities per city across 10 markets.
Two agencies shape California's Electrical Services market: Department of the Navy leads at 40% of awards, with Department of the Air Force at 21%. Together they represent 61% of the state's 452 recorded contract actions and $208.7M 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 — MIWOK CONSTRUCTION LLC, BARKLEY ANDROSS CORP., C.N.S. COMMUNICATIONS, LLC — hold 80% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 10 Electrical Services contracts in California are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $481.6M combined. Of these, 10 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their California pipeline, these recompetes represent the highest-probability wins: existing requirements with defined scopes, incumbent performance data on record, and established funding lines.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
California has 24 open electrical contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Palo Alto, Unknown, Port Hueneme.
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Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Palo Alto
Top City
Key Insights —
Electrical in California
Steady activity: 7 new electrical in california opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $293K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 83% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $481.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 80% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | Sources Sought: IRVHAFL Autoclave Install Electrical Prep Work | Irvine | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION.FDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCS | Mar 4, 2026 | NONE |
| 79 | Z1DA--B105 Control Panel Replacement | Palo Alto | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261) | Mar 3, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 79 | Z1DA--B105 Control Panel Replacement | Palo Alto | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261) | Mar 3, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | Pacific Valley Generator Replacement | Santa Barbara | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 5 | Sep 25, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | PM Transfer Switch | San Diego | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262) | Oct 6, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | FIBER OPTICS | Norco | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER | Dec 19, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | Critical Power Follow On | Port Hueneme CBC Base | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.EXPEDITIONARY WARFARE CENTER.NAVFAC SYSTEMS AND EXP WARFARE CTR | Jan 12, 2026 | NONE |
| 63 | Z--Rehab Power and Cooling Systems, Pinnacles NP | Paicines | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.PWR PORE MABO (84000) | — | SBA |
| 61 | Request for Information - Electrical IDIQ - Edwards AFB | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Apr 14, 2026 | 8AN |
| 61 | Request for Information - Electrical IDIQ - Edwards AFB | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE TEST CENTER.FA9301 AFTC PZIO | Apr 14, 2026 | 8AN |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | DEFENSE MICROELECTRONICS ACTIVITY | BLACKWATCH INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | THE CAMERON BELL CORPORATION | Dec 9, 2025 – Apr 8, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | JSL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | Dec 12, 2025 – Apr 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SUSTAINMENT & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC | Dec 26, 2025 – Apr 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | T-SOLUTIONS, INC. | Dec 26, 2025 – Apr 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | HIGHBURY DEFENSE GROUP | Dec 21, 2025 – Apr 20, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SUSTAINMENT & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC | Dec 27, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | DSC-EMI MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INDUS TECHNOLOGY INC | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | UNIVERSAL CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC | Jan 2, 2026 – May 2, 2026 | high |
Across California, electrical opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 24 active opportunities. Top cities include Palo Alto, Unknown, Port Hueneme.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 180 | $78.9M |
| Department of the Air Force | 97 | $62.2M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 68 | $37.0M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 67 | $26.5M |
| Public Buildings Service | 40 | $4.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
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 California?
California has 24 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 California?
Palo Alto, Unknown, Port Hueneme are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top electrical contractors in California?
The leading incumbent vendors include MIWOK CONSTRUCTION LLC, BARKLEY ANDROSS CORP., C.N.S. COMMUNICATIONS, LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do electrical contracts come up for rebid in California?
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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RecompeteIQ. (2026). Electrical Government Contracts in California. Retrieved 2026-04-15, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/ca/electrical-contractors
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RecompeteIQ. "Electrical Government Contracts in California." Accessed 2026-04-15. https://recompeteiq.com/state/ca/electrical-contractors.
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