Open Security Tenders to Watch: Five Major Surveillance and Security Contracts Closing in the Months Ahead
- Paula Vettori
- May 4
- 4 min read
Governments in the United States and Europe continue to push forward large procurement programs aimed at modernizing physical security infrastructure - from access control systems and surveillance networks to integrated alarm monitoring platforms.
A review of current public procurement notices shows that many of these projects focus on replacing aging systems installed more than a decade ago. Others reflect heightened attention to protecting critical infrastructure such as energy facilities, military bases, and border crossings.
Below are five active security-related tenders drawing attention from security integrators and technology vendors as submission deadlines approach.
Access Control System Modernization - U.S. Department of Energy Facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Southeastern Power Administration has issued a procurement for a full refresh of Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) across several energy infrastructure facilities.
The project includes replacing legacy door access hardware, intercom systems, and centralized management software used to control entry into operational sites linked to the U.S. power grid.
While the solicitation does not publicly disclose the contract value, projects of this type typically range between $5 million and $15 million depending on the number of sites and integration requirements.
Energy infrastructure security has become a growing procurement category in recent years. Following several federal risk assessments around critical infrastructure protection, many utilities and federal operators have begun replacing first-generation card access systems with modern network-based platforms.
In a comparable Department of Energy facility upgrade in 2023, the winning integrator deployed a unified platform combining badge readers, biometric authentication, and centralized monitoring across multiple locations.
Integrated Security System Maintenance - U.S. Federal Facilities
Another active solicitation covers maintenance and servicing of integrated electronic security systems used across federal facilities.
The contract includes support for access control systems, intrusion detection networks, and CCTV infrastructure - essentially the core components of modern physical security environments.
Although the contract value has not been formally disclosed, lifecycle maintenance contracts for federal security systems typically fall between $3 million and $10 million over multiple years.
For security integrators, these contracts are often as valuable as installation projects. Long-term service agreements provide stable recurring revenue while keeping integrators embedded in government infrastructure.
Industry observers note that the federal government has increasingly shifted toward bundled service contracts rather than maintaining separate maintenance agreements for each security subsystem.
Airport Security Screening Equipment - Milan Linate Airport
Airport operator SEA Aeroporti di Milano has issued a procurement related to security screening equipment and associated systems at Milan Linate Airport, one of Italy’s primary international airports.
The tender forms part of a broader modernization program aimed at upgrading passenger screening infrastructure and improving throughput while maintaining strict aviation security standards. European airports have been steadily replacing older X-ray and scanning equipment to meet updated EU aviation security regulations.
The project involves supplying and installing security screening technology used in passenger checkpoints, along with supporting system integration.
Although the contract value is not explicitly listed in the notice, similar airport security screening equipment procurements typically range between €8 million and €20 million depending on the number of screening lanes installed.
Airport security procurement across Europe has accelerated as airports recover passenger volumes after the pandemic and invest in newer screening systems capable of handling higher throughput.
CCTV and Integrated Security Systems - London Borough of Camden
In the United Kingdom, the London Borough of Camden has launched a procurement process covering the supply, installation, and maintenance of CCTV surveillance and integrated security systems across municipal facilities.
The project includes upgrades to public space surveillance cameras as well as monitoring infrastructure used by the borough’s control center. Municipal CCTV networks in London are among the most extensive in Europe, and local councils regularly refresh infrastructure to support newer analytics capabilities and higher resolution video systems.
The contract is structured as a multi-year framework agreement covering equipment supply and operational support.
Based on comparable council CCTV procurements in London, the overall value of the contract is expected to fall in the range of £4 million to £10 million over the life of the agreement.
Urban surveillance programs in major European cities have expanded steadily in recent years, often integrating video analytics and automated monitoring tools alongside traditional CCTV deployments.
European Border Surveillance Equipment Procurement
In Europe, the EU procurement platform TED lists a tender involving border surveillance and security equipment linked to border control infrastructure supporting operations connected to Ukraine.
The procurement covers a range of security technologies typically used in border monitoring environments, including surveillance equipment and supporting systems.
Contracts for border monitoring equipment under EU programs frequently reach €10 million to €30 million, particularly when surveillance technologies are deployed across multiple checkpoints or regional monitoring stations.
Since 2022, border security investment has increased significantly across Europe. Several governments have accelerated procurement of surveillance technologies, sensor systems, and monitoring platforms designed to strengthen border protection capabilities.
A Procurement Wave Driven by Infrastructure Modernization
Taken together, these tenders highlight several broader trends shaping the physical security industry. Many government facilities are now replacing systems installed in the early 2000s, particularly access control platforms that were originally designed as stand alone systems rather than networked infrastructure.
Another pattern is the growing emphasis on integrated security architecture, where surveillance, alarms, and access control are managed through centralized software platforms.
Finally, the continued expansion of border security and critical infrastructure protection programs is creating a steady pipeline of procurement opportunities for security integrators and technology providers worldwide.
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