Electrical Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
Market Intelligence —
Electrical in Illinois
Federal Electrical Services activity in Illinois spreads across 7 cities in Q3 2026, with Unknown, North Chicago, Marion leading at a combined 64% of the state's 50 opportunities. The largest single market — Unknown — holds 30%, indicating moderate rather than extreme concentration. This multi-hub structure gives contractors flexibility to bid across several metro areas while maintaining geographic focus.
In Illinois's Electrical Services sector, Unknown dominates with 15 active opportunities (30% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by North Chicago at 9 and Marion at 8. The 1.7× gap between first and second place signals that Unknown has structural advantages — likely driven by proximity to major federal facilities or defense installations. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Two agencies shape Illinois's Electrical Services market: Department of Veterans Affairs leads at 32% of awards, with Federal Aviation Administration at 30%. Together they represent 63% of the state's 112 recorded contract actions and $80.5M 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 — QUAD J INC, WELLS GLOBAL, LLC, DAWSON MCG, LLC — hold 71% 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
Illinois has 50 open electrical contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, North Chicago, Marion.
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Open Opportunities
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Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Electrical in Illinois
Emerging activity: 4 new electrical in illinois opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $515K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 72% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $79.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 71% 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 | USMEPCOM Low Voltage Cable Removal | North Chicago | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO SAM HOUSTON.W6QM MICC-FT KNOX | Jul 20, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Z1DA--556-24-113 Oil Transformer and Switch Enclosure Upgrades | North Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Aug 4, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 67 | USP Marion - Upgrade Electrical - USP & SPC | Marion | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Mar 13, 2026 | — |
| 65 | Z1DA--Security Upgrades Jesse Brown VA Medical Center | Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Sep 3, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | Z1DA--ATTN GLAC SERVICES 537-25-102 Pyxis Cameras/Security Renovations (VA-26-00016882) FY26 NRM OS | Chicago | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Sep 3, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | J059--Maintenance for Satellite TV System Base and 4 Options | Danville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Sep 25, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | J059--Maintenance for Satellite TV System Base and 4 Options | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Sep 29, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | General Electrical Services | Batavia | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Nov 18, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | General Electrical Services | Batavia | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Nov 18, 2025 | SBA |
| 65 | General Electrical Services | Batavia | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Nov 18, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SIX MILE, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | RIVERTECH LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
Across Illinois, electrical opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, North Chicago, Marion.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 36 | $22.7M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 34 | $23.4M |
| Department of the Army | 19 | $18.1M |
| Department of the Navy | 13 | $6.6M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 10 | $9.9M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 15 |
| North Chicago | 9 |
| Marion | 8 |
| Batavia | 7 |
| Hines | 7 |
| Chicago | 2 |
| Danville | 2 |
| Great Lakes | 0 |
| Jerusalem | 0 |
| Scott Air Force Base | 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 Illinois?
Illinois 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 Illinois?
Unknown, North Chicago, Marion are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top electrical contractors in Illinois?
The leading incumbent vendors include QUAD J INC, WELLS GLOBAL, LLC, DAWSON MCG, LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do electrical contracts come up for rebid in Illinois?
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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