Ventura County
Fire station generator & ATS upgrade
Installed a 150 kW natural-gas generator with automatic transfer switch, replacing an aging diesel unit and reducing start-up response time to under 10 seconds.
Government & Public Safety
Mission-ready electrical for government buildings, zero tolerance for downtime.
Optimum Energy Services delivers code-compliant commercial electrical solutions for government buildings, fire stations, police facilities, and critical public-safety infrastructure, emergency backup power, security lighting, panel upgrades, and 24/7 on-call support across Southern California.
- Security-cleared crews
- Background-checked
- Prevailing wage certified
- Public-works compliant
- 24/7 emergency response
- Priority dispatch
Reliable electrical infrastructure that keeps critical public services running around the clock.
Electrical excellence engineered for public-sector reliability.
Government buildings and public-safety facilities demand electrical systems that operate flawlessly around the clock. From 24/7 fire stations and law-enforcement dispatch centers to courthouses processing hundreds of cases daily, there is zero tolerance for power failures or non-compliant wiring. We deliver the same reliability and professionalism that first responders depend on every day.
We specialize in secure government environments, providing prevailing-wage compliance, background-checked crews, phased construction that protects 24/7 operations, and single-point-of-contact project management for complex public-sector contracts.
Comprehensive electrical services for government and public-safety facilities.
From emergency generators at fire stations to courthouse panel upgrades, everything government agencies depend on.
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LED lighting retrofits & new installations
Title 24-compliant LED upgrades for offices, corridors, parking structures, and exterior areas, reducing utility costs while meeting government energy mandates.
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Electrical construction & ground-up buildouts
Full-scope electrical construction for new government buildings, fire stations, and public-safety facilities, from underground rough-in to final trim and commissioning.
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Parking lot & exterior lighting
High-output LED security lighting for building perimeters, evidence yards, parking lots, and restricted areas with photocell and timer controls.
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Signage & architectural lighting
Building identification, wayfinding, monument signage, and architectural facade lighting that meets civic design standards and ADA requirements.
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Power distribution & panel upgrades
Service capacity expansions, switchgear replacements, and panel upgrades to support modern technology loads, data centers, and future facility growth.
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Generator & emergency backup systems
Standby generators, automatic transfer switches, and UPS systems that keep mission-critical operations running during grid failures and natural disasters.
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Underground trenching & conduit
Complete underground electrical infrastructure for government campuses, trenching, conduit, pull boxes, and surface restoration for facility expansions and security systems.
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EV charging station installation
Level 2 and DC fast charging deployment for government fleet vehicles and public-facing stations, meeting executive orders for fleet electrification.
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Switchgear & transformer services
Medium-voltage switchgear installation, transformer replacements, and utility coordination for government facilities requiring high-reliability power infrastructure.
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Tenant improvement electrical
Office reconfigurations, courtroom technology upgrades, and department relocations within existing government buildings, completed with minimal disruption to daily operations.
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UVC air purification systems
In-duct and upper-room UVC germicidal systems for courthouses, jails, dispatch centers, and high-traffic public buildings, improving indoor air quality for staff and visitors.
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Commercial electrical maintenance
Scheduled preventive maintenance programs including thermal imaging, breaker testing, emergency lighting verification, and detailed condition reports for capital planning.
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Arc flash studies & compliance
NFPA 70E-compliant arc flash analyses, hazard labeling, and short-circuit studies to protect maintenance personnel and first responders working near electrical equipment.
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24/7 emergency electrical service
Priority emergency dispatch and dedicated on-call support for contracted government and public-safety facility clients, because critical services never close.
Emergency Readiness
Professional electrical infrastructure that keeps first-responder operations ready around the clock.
Backup Power Systems
Mission-critical generator and ATS infrastructure ensuring continuous power during any utility event.
Trusted by government agencies and public-safety organizations.
From fire stations and courthouses to water treatment plants, we support facilities that serve the public.
City & county administration buildings
Fire stations & training centers
Police departments & sheriff stations
Courthouses & judicial centers
Public libraries & community centers
Emergency operations centers (EOC)
Water treatment & utility plants
Public works yards & maintenance facilities
Why government agencies choose Optimum Energy Services.
We understand the unique demands of public-sector construction, from prevailing-wage compliance and security protocols to phased scheduling that protects 24/7 operations. Every project reflects the reliability critical facilities demand.
Security-cleared, background-checked crews
Every OES electrician working in secure government environments undergoes thorough background checks and drug screening, meeting the access protocols courthouses, police stations, and EOCs require.
Prevailing wage & public-works compliance
Full prevailing-wage capability with certified payroll documentation, DIR registration, and fringe-benefit reporting, ensuring compliance on every publicly funded contract.
Zero disruption to 24/7 operations
Phased construction with temporary power provisions and hot-work procedures that keep fire stations, dispatch centers, and law-enforcement facilities fully operational throughout the project.
Single point of contact for multi-phase projects
One dedicated project manager coordinates permitting, inspections, change orders, and punch lists, keeping complex public-sector projects on track and on budget.
A streamlined process built for government operations.
Structured project delivery from facility assessment to final closeout.
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Step 1
Facility assessment & infrastructure review
We conduct a thorough walkthrough, document existing electrical infrastructure, review single-line diagrams, and identify code deficiencies and capacity constraints.
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Step 2
Scope development & agency approval
Our team develops a detailed scope of work with competitive unit pricing, coordinates buy-American and procurement requirements, and submits for agency approval.
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Step 3
Phased installation & coordination
Work is executed in planned phases with temporary power provisions so daily operations continue uninterrupted, especially critical for 24/7 public-safety facilities.
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Step 4
Commissioning, closeout & documentation
Every system is tested, labeled, and commissioned with full as-built documentation, O&M manuals, and warranty packages delivered to the facility manager.
What you can expect
- ✓Background-checked crews for secure environments
- ✓Phased scheduling to protect 24/7 operations
- ✓Full prevailing-wage compliance and certified payroll
Featured government electrical projects.
Examples of critical electrical installations completed for government and public-safety facilities across Southern California.
Southern California
Police facility LED & security lighting
Complete interior and exterior LED retrofit across a 40,000 sq ft police station, including new perimeter security lighting and parking structure upgrades.
Los Angeles County
Courthouse electrical service expansion
Upgraded main switchgear from 1,200 A to 2,000 A to support courtroom A/V systems, new server rooms, and future EV charging infrastructure.
Government electrical services FAQs.
Quick answers to common questions from facility managers and agency decision-makers about security, compliance, and service options.
01Are your electricians cleared to work in secure government facilities?
Yes. All OES field personnel undergo thorough background checks and drug screening. We routinely work inside police stations, courthouses, and emergency operations centers where strict access protocols apply.
02Do you handle prevailing-wage public-works projects?
Absolutely. We maintain full prevailing-wage compliance with certified payroll reporting, fringe-benefit documentation, and DIR registration, meeting every requirement for publicly funded contracts.
03Can you perform electrical work without shutting down a 24/7 facility?
Yes. We specialize in phased construction with temporary power provisions and hot-work procedures that keep fire stations, dispatch centers, and law-enforcement facilities fully operational throughout the project.
04What codes and standards do you follow for government buildings?
We comply with the current NEC, California Electrical Code (Title 24 Part 3), ADA accessibility standards, NFPA 110 for emergency power, and OSHPD or DSA requirements when applicable to the specific facility type.
05How do you handle emergency generator installations?
We manage the full scope, concrete pad engineering, fuel connections, automatic transfer switches, load-bank testing, and AHJ final inspection. Every system is commissioned to NFPA 110 Level 1 or Level 2 reliability standards.
06Do you provide ongoing maintenance for government facilities?
Yes. We offer annual and semi-annual maintenance contracts that include generator exercising, thermal imaging of switchgear, breaker testing, emergency lighting verification, and detailed condition reports for capital-planning purposes.
Ready to upgrade your facility's electrical infrastructure?
From emergency backup power and security lighting to panel upgrades and ongoing maintenance, OES delivers the reliable electrical solutions government and public-safety facilities demand.