Security Systems Government Contracts in Massachusetts
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Massachusetts.
Market Intelligence —
Security Systems in Massachusetts
In Q3 2026, Massachusetts has 26 active Security Systems Services opportunities distributed across 5 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 42% of all activity. Unknown, Hanscom AFB, Buzzards Bay together hold 88% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Massachusetts's Security Systems Services market should treat Unknown as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
In Massachusetts's Security Systems Services sector, Unknown dominates with 11 active opportunities (42% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Hanscom AFB at 10 and Buzzards Bay at 2. 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.
The buying landscape for Security Systems Services in Massachusetts centers on Department of Veterans Affairs (36%), Department of State (22%), Department of the Air Force (18%), spanning 103 total contract actions worth $12.0M. Department of Veterans Affairs's 36% market share makes it the priority target, but the remaining 4 agencies provide enough alternative deal flow to support a multi-agency pursuit strategy. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — AES CORPORATION, JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC, BAY STATE ALARM SECURITY, INC — hold 79% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 3 Security Systems Services contracts in Massachusetts are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $39.8M combined. Of these, 3 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Massachusetts pipeline, these recompetes represent the highest-probability wins: existing requirements with defined scopes, incumbent performance data on record, and established funding lines.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Massachusetts has 26 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-09-01, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Hanscom AFB, Buzzards Bay.
26
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Systems in Massachusetts
Majority small-business: 58% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $39.8M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 79% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Fire Alarm Maintenance, Fort Devens, MA | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-NJ.W6QK ACC-PICA | — | SBA |
| 66 | Request for Information - Commerciality of USAF IDS Design, Installation, and Sustainment | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS.FA2381 FORCE PROTECTION AFLCMC/HBUK | Mar 6, 2026 | — |
| 57 | (102) Vindicator Maintenance | Buzzards Bay | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO MA.USPFO MA PROCUREMENT.W7NE USPFO ACTIVITY MAANG 102 | Aug 24, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | IDS Inspection Services - Fort Devens, MA | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-NJ.W6QK ACC-PICA | Aug 6, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 57 | H163--Behavioral Health Door Alarm Test and Recertification | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241) | Jul 17, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | H163--Behavioral Health Door Alarm Test and Recertification | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jun 17, 2026 | VSA |
| 57 | Quarterly Vindicator Alarm Maintenance | Buzzards Bay | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO MA.USPFO MA PROCUREMENT.W7NE USPFO ACTIVITY MAANG 102 | May 19, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | K063--Crescent House EST4 Fire Alarm Upgrade Bedford VA Medical Center | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241) | May 1, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 50 | Security System Maintenance Extension | Burlington | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.DETENTION COMPLIANCE AND REMOVALS | — | — |
| 48 | IBDSS PS BCA Request for Information | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA8730 KESSEL RUN AFLCMC/HBBK | Aug 27, 2026 | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | ANSIBLE GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation | KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | RAYTHEON COMPANY | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
Across Massachusetts, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 26 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Hanscom AFB, Buzzards Bay.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 37 | $3.6M |
| Department of State | 23 | $634K |
| Department of the Air Force | 19 | $3.2M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 12 | $992K |
| Department of the Army | 12 | $3.6M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Massachusetts
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 11 |
| Hanscom AFB | 10 |
| Buzzards Bay | 2 |
| Salem | 2 |
| Burlington | 1 |
| Quincy | 0 |
| Boston | 0 |
| Charlestown | 0 |
| Brockton | 0 |
| Huntington | 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 Massachusetts?
Massachusetts has 26 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 Massachusetts?
Unknown, Hanscom AFB, Buzzards Bay are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in Massachusetts?
The leading incumbent vendors include AES CORPORATION, JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC, BAY STATE ALARM SECURITY, INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in Massachusetts?
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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