Electrical Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
Market Intelligence —
Electrical in California
In Q3 2026, California has 50 active Electrical Services opportunities distributed across 7 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 66% of all activity. Unknown, Paicines, Herlong together hold 86% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering California's Electrical Services market should treat Unknown as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
The top Electrical Services markets in California as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (33 opportunities, 66% of state activity); Paicines (5 opportunities, 10% of state activity); Herlong (5 opportunities, 10% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 6.6× over the second-ranked city, Paicines, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 7 opportunities per city across 7 markets.
Across California, Electrical Services procurement distributes across 5 buying agencies, led by Department of the Navy (39%), Department of the Air Force (21%), Department of Veterans Affairs (16%). With Department of the Navy at 39% market share and $210.9M in total state spending, the market offers a balance of focused and diversified strategies — contractors can specialize in the top agency or build a broader pipeline across multiple buyers. 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 $569.5M 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 50 open electrical contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Paicines, Herlong.
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Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Electrical in California
Steady activity: 9 new electrical in california opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $2.4M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 84% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $569.5M.
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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | USCG Station Bodega Bay Mess Deck and Comms Room Electrical | Bodega Bay | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ALAMEDA(00031) | Jul 18, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | USCG Station Bodega Bay Mess Deck and Comms Room Electrical | Bodega Bay | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ALAMEDA(00031) | Jul 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Smoke Detection Device Upgrade and installation | Herlong | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI HERLONG | Jul 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Smoke Detection Device Upgrade and installation | Herlong | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI HERLONG | Jul 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 71 | 146 CES Repair Base Wide Fire Alarm System | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NGB.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 146 | — | SBA |
| 69 | Electrical System Repair, Switchgear Replacement 2.0 | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | Aug 7, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | USAO Schwartz Conference Room Display Upgrade | — | — | Jul 13, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Z--Rehab Power and Cooling Systems, Pinnalces NP | Paicines | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.PWR PORE MABO (84000) | Jun 24, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Annual High Voltage Inspection FCI Herlong | Herlong | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI HERLONG | Jun 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Annual High Voltage Inspection FCI Herlong | Herlong | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FCI HERLONG | Jun 22, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC. | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | CREEK TECHNOLOGIES COMPANY | Jan 14, 2026 – May 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | TITANIUM COBRA SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 19, 2026 – May 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | GUSTAV KEONI | Jan 16, 2026 – May 16, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | G 2 SOFTWARE SYSTEMS, INC. | Feb 28, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | Mar 16, 2026 – Jul 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | SPECTRUM SECURITY SERVICES, INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | VALIANT GLOBAL DEFENSE SERVICES INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
Across California, electrical opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Paicines, Herlong.
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 | 72 | $38.2M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 70 | $27.5M |
| Public Buildings Service | 40 | $4.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 |
| Paicines | 5 |
| Herlong | 5 |
| Riverside | 3 |
| Bodega Bay | 2 |
| San Diego | 1 |
| Los Angeles | 1 |
| Shasta Lake | 0 |
| Barstow | 0 |
| Fort Irwin | 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 California?
California has 50 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?
Unknown, Paicines, Herlong 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 2026-07-14, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/ca/electrical-contractors
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