Security Systems Government Contracts in Virginia
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Virginia.
Market Intelligence —
Security Systems in Virginia
Virginia's Security Systems Services market is highly concentrated: Unknown alone accounts for 58% of the state's 48 active opportunities in Q3 2026, with Unknown, Norfolk, Virginia Beach collectively representing 75% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Unknown to access the majority of deal flow, while the remaining 7 cities offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
The top Security Systems Services markets in Virginia as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (28 opportunities, 58% of state activity); Norfolk (4 opportunities, 8% of state activity); Virginia Beach (4 opportunities, 8% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 7.0× over the second-ranked city, Norfolk, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 5 opportunities per city across 10 markets.
Virginia's Security Systems Services market has a clear leader but not a monopoly: Washington Headquarters Services holds 32% of awards, with buying spread across 5 active agencies. The top 3 — Washington Headquarters Services (32%), Department of the Navy (28%), U.S. Marshals Service (21%) — account for the majority of contract activity totaling $1.0B. This moderate concentration gives contractors multiple relationship paths while still rewarding specialization in the top buyer's requirements. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — M. C. DEAN, INC., JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC, PROFESSIONALS HIR LLC — hold 91% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Virginia's Security Systems Services recompete pipeline contains 10 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q3 2026, valued at an estimated $400.8M combined. 10 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
Virginia has 50 open security systems contract opportunities as of 2026-08-31, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Norfolk, Virginia Beach.
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Key Insights —
Security Systems in Virginia
Majority small-business: 76% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $400.8M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 91% 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 | MCIA Access Control Support | Quantico | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.USMC.MARCORP I&L.MARINE CORPS INSTALLATIONS COMMAND.MCINCR.COMMANDER | — | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | Regional Fire Alarm Services for the Hampton Roads Area of Virginia | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC | — | 8A |
| 71 | Enterprise Security Support Management Services | Quantico | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE COUNTERINTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY AGENCY (DCSA).DEFENSE CI AND SECURITY AGENCY | — | 8AN |
| 59 | USCG Station Milford Haven Fire Alarm Panel Upgrade | Hudgins | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE PORTSMOUTH(00027) | — | SBA |
| 59 | Preventative Maintenance for CRC Bosch Camera System | — | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION.FBI-JEH | — | SBA |
| 57 | J063-- LYNX PANIC ALARM SERVICE AGREEMENT | Hampton | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jul 23, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | Fort Belvoir Physical Access Controls Maintenance | Fort Belvoir | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO SAM HOUSTON.W6QM MICC-FT BELVOIR | Jul 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | NOI Sole-Source SDVOSB Award for QITC Fire Systems | Quantico | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.SAC FREDERICK (36C10X) | Jul 20, 2026 | SDVOSBS |
| 57 | Turnstile Maintenance Services | GRASSY CREEK | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR COMBAT COMMAND.FA4800 633 CONS PKP | Jul 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 57 | Electronic Security System and Gate upgrade | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST NORFOLK.W2SD ENDIST NORFOLK | Jun 23, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | COPPER RIVER INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LLC | Mar 3, 2026 – Jul 1, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | DCS CORPORATION | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | MAYVIN, INC. | Apr 16, 2026 – Aug 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Transportation Security Administration | — | Apr 23, 2026 – Aug 21, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | EXPLOSIVE COUNTERMEASURES INTERNATIONAL INC | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, LLC | May 9, 2026 – Sep 6, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES | Apr 27, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Geological Survey | DAVIS MEMORIAL GOODWILL INDUSTRIES | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | REEFPOINT GROUP LLC | Apr 2, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | AMENTUM SERVICES, INC. | Apr 29, 2026 – Aug 27, 2026 | high |
Across Virginia, security systems opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Norfolk, Virginia Beach.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Headquarters Services | 185 | $67.5M |
| Department of the Navy | 162 | $282.8M |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 121 | $49.9M |
| Department of the Air Force | 69 | $623.9M |
| Department of the Army | 48 | $16.6M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Virginia
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 28 |
| Norfolk | 4 |
| Virginia Beach | 4 |
| Quantico | 3 |
| Bluemont | 3 |
| Hudgins | 2 |
| Hampton | 1 |
| Fort Belvoir | 1 |
| GRASSY CREEK | 1 |
| Dahlgren | 1 |
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 Virginia?
Virginia has 50 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 Virginia?
Unknown, Norfolk, Virginia Beach are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top security systems contractors in Virginia?
The leading incumbent vendors include M. C. DEAN, INC., JOHNSON CONTROLS SECURITY SOLUTIONS LLC, PROFESSIONALS HIR LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do security systems contracts come up for rebid in Virginia?
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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