HVAC Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
Market Intelligence —
HVAC in Illinois
Illinois's HVAC Services market is broadly distributed across 10 cities in Q2 2026, with no single city exceeding 17% of the state's 47 active opportunities. Even the top 3 markets — Unknown, Scott Air Force Base, Chicago — account for only 47% combined. This fragmentation favors contractors with statewide reach who can bid across multiple metro areas simultaneously, rather than those concentrated in a single city.
In Illinois's HVAC Services sector, Unknown dominates with 8 active opportunities (17% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Scott Air Force Base at 8 and Chicago at 6. The relatively close race between top cities indicates a competitive market where ranking shifts are common as new solicitations post. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Illinois's HVAC Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of Veterans Affairs and Department of the Navy together account for 78% of all awards worth $184.6M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Illinois 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 — ONEILL CONTRACTORS INC, DIVERSE SOLUTIONS GROUP INC., SOUTH TOWN REFRIGERATION, LLC — hold 80% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Illinois's HVAC Services recompete pipeline contains 3 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $82.0M combined. 3 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Army accounts for the largest share of upcoming recompetes, making it the priority agency for displacement-focused contractors.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Illinois has 50 open hvac contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Scott Air Force Base, Chicago.
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Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
HVAC in Illinois
Steady activity: 12 new hvac in illinois opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $2.5M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 78% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $82.0M.
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 | Lab A Electric Heat Install | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Z1DA--578-26-006 - Repair Steam and Condensate Risers Building 1 - Phase 2 (CON) | Hines | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Apr 21, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 76 | Lab A Electric Heat Install | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Lab A Electric Heat Install | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Lab A Electric Heat Install | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.FERMILAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | REPLACE GAS BOOSTERS | Chicago | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.MCC CHICAGO | Apr 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | REPAIR GLYCOL LOOP EXCHANGER | Chicago | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.MCC CHICAGO | Apr 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | REPLACE CONDENSATE TANK SYSTEM | Chicago | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.MCC CHICAGO | Apr 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | REPLACE CONDENSATE TANK SYSTEM | Chicago | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.MCC CHICAGO | Apr 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | REPAIR GLYCOL LOOP EXCHANGER | Chicago | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.MCC CHICAGO | Apr 27, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SIX MILE, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | TUNISTA LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 13, 2026 – May 13, 2026 | high |
Across Illinois, hvac opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Scott Air Force Base, Chicago.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 55 | $65.6M |
| Department of the Navy | 49 | $58.3M |
| Department of the Army | 21 | $51.9M |
| Public Buildings Service | 5 | $6.1M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 4 | $2.6M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 8 |
| Scott Air Force Base | 8 |
| Chicago | 6 |
| Marion | 6 |
| Rock Island | 5 |
| Batavia | 4 |
| Pekin | 4 |
| Hines | 2 |
| Springfield | 2 |
| Joliet | 2 |
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 hvac contracts are there in Illinois?
Illinois has 50 active federal hvac opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for hvac contracts in Illinois?
Unknown, Scott Air Force Base, Chicago are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top hvac contractors in Illinois?
The leading incumbent vendors include ONEILL CONTRACTORS INC, DIVERSE SOLUTIONS GROUP INC., SOUTH TOWN REFRIGERATION, LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do hvac contracts come up for rebid in Illinois?
Most hvac 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). HVAC Government Contracts in Illinois. Retrieved 2026-04-15, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/il/hvac-contractors
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