Security Systems Government Contracts in New Jersey
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across New Jersey.
Market Intelligence —
Security Systems in New Jersey
Federal Security Systems Services procurement in New Jersey funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 55% of the state's 11 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, CAPE MAY CH, Newark — account for 100% of statewide activity across 3 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.
The top Security Systems Services markets in New Jersey as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (6 opportunities, 55% of state activity); CAPE MAY CH (4 opportunities, 36% of state activity); Newark (1 opportunities, 9% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 1.5× over the second-ranked city, CAPE MAY CH, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 4 opportunities per city across 3 markets.
New Jersey's Security Systems Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Navy and Washington Headquarters Services together account for 61% of all awards worth $25.3M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in New Jersey 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 — SERNOTTI ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC, SECURITYHUNTER, INC., JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC — hold 83% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 9 Security Systems Services contracts in New Jersey are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $428.9M combined. Of these, 9 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their New Jersey 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
New Jersey has 11 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-07-21, with 9 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, CAPE MAY CH, Newark.
11
Open Opportunities
9
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Security Systems in New Jersey
Majority small-business: 91% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
9 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $428.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 83% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | Monaco Enterprises PMI Service | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4484 87 CONS PK | — | SBA |
| 57 | CCTV Install | CAPE MAY CH | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4484 87 CONS PK | May 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | CCTV Install | CAPE MAY CH | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4484 87 CONS PK | May 1, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | CCTV Install | CAPE MAY CH | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4484 87 CONS PK | Apr 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | CCTV Install | CAPE MAY CH | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4484 87 CONS PK | Apr 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 48 | PACS and VASS Hardware and Software Maintenance Support Services | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF | Jul 19, 2026 | NONE |
| 48 | PACS and VASS Hardware and Software Maintenance Support Services | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.PRINCETON LAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | Jul 14, 2026 | NONE |
| 48 | PACS and VASS Hardware and Software Maintenance Support Services | — | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.PRINCETON LAB - DOE CONTRACTOR | May 20, 2026 | NONE |
| 48 | Security System Maintenance - Newark, NJ | Newark | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT.INVESTIGATIONS AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT DALLAS | May 14, 2026 | NONE |
| 46 | Repair and Rebuild of Advantor Access Control Systems (ACS) | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC AD.NAVAIR WARFARE CTR AIRCRAFT DIV | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | U.S. Coast Guard | — | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Environmental Protection Agency | AJANTA CONSULTING LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | JANCO FS 2, LLC | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | THE GEO GROUP, INC. | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | BASIC COMMERCE & INDUSTRIES INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | A3 TECHNOLOGY INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | HANA INDUSTRIES, INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | BASIC COMMERCE & INDUSTRIES INC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Office of Procurement Operations | PARAGON SYSTEMS INC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
Across New Jersey, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 11 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, CAPE MAY CH, Newark.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 29 | $5.9M |
| Washington Headquarters Services | 13 | $3.4M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 9 | $13.0M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 9 | $2.4M |
| National Park Service | 9 | $525K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in New Jersey
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 6 |
| CAPE MAY CH | 4 |
| Newark | 1 |
| Lyons | 0 |
| Picatinny Arsenal | 0 |
| Cape May | 0 |
| Jersey City | 0 |
| East Orange | 0 |
| Colts Neck | 0 |
| Atlantic City | 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 New Jersey?
New Jersey has 11 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 New Jersey?
Unknown, CAPE MAY CH, Newark are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in New Jersey?
The leading incumbent vendors include SERNOTTI ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC, SECURITYHUNTER, INC., JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in New Jersey?
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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