Security Systems Government Contracts in Kentucky
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Kentucky.
Market Intelligence —
Security Systems in Kentucky
Federal Security Systems Services procurement in Kentucky funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 80% of the state's 5 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Louisville — account for 100% of statewide activity across 2 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Unknown is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In Kentucky, Security Systems Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Army (50%) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (21%). With 71% of 34 total awards between them and $7.9M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC, JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP, NATIONAL CONTRACTING SERVICES, LLC — hold 85% 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
Kentucky has 5 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-07-18, with 0 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Louisville, Lexington.
5
Open Opportunities
0
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | Dual Lane Security Scanner | Louisville | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | — | SBA |
| — | Avigilon Analytic Cameras and Access Control | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Jun 9, 2025 | — |
| — | Notice of Intent-Advantor Systems | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NGB.W7NA USPFO ACTIVITY KYANG 123 | Aug 22, 2025 | NONE |
| — | Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, and Repairs | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Jul 23, 2025 | 8A |
| — | Fire Suppression Systems - Inspection, Testing, Maintenance, and Repair | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Jul 23, 2025 | 8A |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No recompete candidates identified for Kentucky yet. | |||||
Across Kentucky, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 5 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Louisville, Lexington.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 17 | $7.4M |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 7 | $53K |
| Drug Enforcement Administration | 4 | $53K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 3 | $113K |
| Forest Service | 3 | $318K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Kentucky
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 4 |
| Louisville | 1 |
| Lexington | 0 |
| London | 0 |
| Frankfort | 0 |
| Campbellsville | 0 |
| Big Creek | 0 |
| Buckhorn | 0 |
| Belton | 0 |
| Sassafras | 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 Kentucky?
Kentucky has 5 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 Kentucky?
Unknown, Louisville, Lexington are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in Kentucky?
The leading incumbent vendors include JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC, JOHNSON CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTION LP, NATIONAL CONTRACTING SERVICES, LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in Kentucky?
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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