Security Systems Government Contracts in Colorado
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Colorado.
Market Intelligence —
Security Systems in Colorado
Federal Security Systems Services procurement in Colorado funnels disproportionately through Boulder, which captures 38% of the state's 8 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Boulder, USAF Academy, Unknown — account for 88% of statewide activity across 4 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Boulder is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
Colorado's Security Systems Services market has a clear leader but not a monopoly: Department of the Air Force holds 32% of awards, with buying spread across 5 active agencies. The top 3 — Department of the Air Force (32%), Department of Veterans Affairs (25%), Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education (19%) — account for the majority of contract activity totaling $67.6M. This moderate concentration gives contractors multiple relationship paths while still rewarding specialization in the top buyer's requirements. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — ONERAIN INCORPORATED, B W ELECTRIC, INC., JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC — hold 74% 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
Colorado has 8 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Boulder, USAF Academy, Unknown.
8
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Air Force
Top Agency
Boulder
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 79 | USAFA AI-Enabled Wildland Fire and Smoke Detection System | USAF Academy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY.FA7000 10 CONS LGC | Mar 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | White River NF Supervisor's Office Fire Alarm Repair | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 4 | Apr 24, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Preventative Maintenance and Repairs Gates and Barriers, NIST, Boulder, CO | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Apr 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | Intent to Sole Source - Pedestrian Egress Gate and Gate Controls | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT CARSON | Apr 7, 2026 | SBA |
| 50 | Cyberlock Expansion Project | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Mar 26, 2026 | — |
| 50 | Cyberlock Expansion Project | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Mar 24, 2026 | — |
| 50 | CCTV Replacement | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT CARSON | — | — |
| 48 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source-USAFA AI-Enabled Wildland Fire and Smoke Detection System | USAF Academy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE | Apr 4, 2026 | — |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Federal Acquisition Service | PERATON TECHNOLOGY SERVICES INC. | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Colorado, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 8 active opportunities. Top cities include Boulder, USAF Academy, Unknown.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Air Force | 27 | $44.2M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 21 | $5.2M |
| Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education | 16 | $6.0M |
| Department of the Army | 15 | $7.9M |
| National Institute of Standards and Technology | 6 | $4.3M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Colorado
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Boulder | 3 |
| USAF Academy | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
| Colorado Springs | 1 |
| Creede | 0 |
| Aurora | 0 |
| Springfield | 0 |
| Denver | 0 |
| Craig | 0 |
| Fort Collins | 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 Colorado?
Colorado 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 Colorado?
Boulder, USAF Academy, Unknown are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in Colorado?
The leading incumbent vendors include ONERAIN INCORPORATED, B W ELECTRIC, INC., JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in Colorado?
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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