Electrical Government Contracts in Iowa
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Iowa.
Market Intelligence —
Electrical in Iowa
Iowa's Electrical Services market is highly concentrated: Unknown alone accounts for 73% of the state's 22 active opportunities in Q3 2026, with Unknown, Ames, Iowa City collectively representing 95% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Unknown to access the majority of deal flow, while the remaining 1 cities offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
The top Electrical Services markets in Iowa as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (16 opportunities, 73% of state activity); Ames (4 opportunities, 18% of state activity); Iowa City (1 opportunities, 5% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 4.0× over the second-ranked city, Ames, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 6 opportunities per city across 4 markets.
Iowa's Electrical Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Federal Aviation Administration and Department of Veterans Affairs together account for 63% of all awards worth $9.4M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Iowa must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — QUAD J INC, BARRY WILLIAMS ELECTRIC INC, SHEKAR ENGINEERING, P.L.C — hold 75% 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
Iowa has 22 open electrical contract opportunities as of 2026-07-18, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Ames, Iowa City.
22
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Federal Aviation Administration
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Electrical in Iowa
Emerging activity: 3 new electrical in iowa opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $69K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 95% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $27.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 75% 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 | Lighting Renovation for USDA ARS in Ames, IA | Ames | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD | Aug 18, 2026 | SBA |
| 63 | Replace Transformer, Ames, IA | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.ANIMAL AND PLANT HEALTH INSPECTION SERVICE.MRPBS MINNEAPOLIS MN | — | SBA |
| 61 | CGC Wyaconda Fire Alarm System Upgrade | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 2(00085) | Jul 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | CGC Wyaconda Fire Alarm System Upgrade | Dubuque | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 2(00085) | Jul 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Campus Arc Flash Assessment, Ames, Iowa | Ames | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD | Jul 1, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Campus Arc Flash Assessment, Ames, Iowa | Ames | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD | Jun 17, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Campus Arc Flash Assessment, Ames, Iowa | Ames | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE.USDA ARS AFM APD | Jun 17, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | PN: 636A8-24-003, Correct Lightning Protection and Grounding | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263) | Dec 30, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | PN: 636A8-24-003, Correct Lightning Protection and Grounding | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263) | Jan 12, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | PN: 636A8-24-003, Correct Lightning Protection and Grounding | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263) | Dec 22, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | AMERICAN ORDNANCE LLC | Apr 2, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | AMERICAN ORDNANCE LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across Iowa, electrical opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 22 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Ames, Iowa City.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Aviation Administration | 14 | $3.7M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 6 | $1.5M |
| Department of the Army | 4 | $3.0M |
| Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service | 4 | $795K |
| Agricultural Research Service | 4 | $344K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Iowa
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 16 |
| Ames | 4 |
| Iowa City | 1 |
| Dubuque | 1 |
| Middletown | 0 |
| Sac City | 0 |
| North Liberty | 0 |
| Sioux City | 0 |
| Coralville | 0 |
| Johnston | 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 Iowa?
Iowa has 22 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 Iowa?
Unknown, Ames, Iowa City are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top electrical contractors in Iowa?
The leading incumbent vendors include QUAD J INC, BARRY WILLIAMS ELECTRIC INC, SHEKAR ENGINEERING, P.L.C. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do electrical contracts come up for rebid in Iowa?
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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