Security Guards Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
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Security Guards in Illinois
Illinois's Security Guards Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: U.S. Marshals Service and Office of Procurement Operations together account for 87% of all awards worth $236.8M 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 — DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC. — hold 93% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Illinois's Security Guards 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 0 open security guards contract opportunities as of 2026-04-15, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Batavia, Great Lakes, Jerusalem.
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Open Opportunities
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Likely Recompetes
U.S. Marshals Service
Top Agency
Batavia
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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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, security guards opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. Market data will populate as new opportunities are posted. Top cities include Batavia, Great Lakes, Jerusalem.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Marshals Service | 54 | $48.9M |
| Office of Procurement Operations | 24 | $180.0M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 6 | $5.8M |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 3 | $2.0M |
| Department of State | 3 | $143K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Batavia | 0 |
| Great Lakes | 0 |
| Jerusalem | 0 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| Chicago | 0 |
| North Chicago | 0 |
| Scott Air Force Base | 0 |
| Rock Island | 0 |
| Marion | 0 |
| Aurora | 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 guards contracts are there in Illinois?
Illinois has 0 active federal security guards opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for security guards contracts in Illinois?
Batavia, Great Lakes, Jerusalem are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security guards contractors in Illinois?
The leading incumbent vendors include DOMESTIC AWARDEES (UNDISCLOSED), PARAGON SYSTEMS INC, METROPOLITAN SECURITY SERVICES, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security guards contracts come up for rebid in Illinois?
Most security guards 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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