Waste Collection Government Contracts in Alaska
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Alaska.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Alaska
Federal Waste Collection Services procurement in Alaska funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 50% of the state's 18 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Kodiak, Ketchikan — 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 Waste Collection Services markets in Alaska as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (9 opportunities, 50% of state activity); Kodiak (8 opportunities, 44% of state activity); Ketchikan (1 opportunities, 6% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 1.1× over the second-ranked city, Kodiak, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 6 opportunities per city across 3 markets.
In Alaska, Waste Collection Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Army (45%) and U.S. Coast Guard (34%). With 79% of 73 total awards between them and $20.9M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — GOLDEN HEART WASTE MANAGEMENT LLC, WASTE CONNECTIONS OF ALASKA, INC, CITY OF KETCHIKAN — hold 86% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 5 Waste Collection Services contracts in Alaska are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $80.1M combined. Of these, 5 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Alaska 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
Alaska has 18 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-07-20, with 5 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Kodiak, Ketchikan.
18
Open Opportunities
5
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Alaska
Steady activity: 10 new waste collection in alaska opportunities posted in the last 30 days.
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
5 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $80.1M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 86% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | USCG Base Kodiak Recycling Services BPA | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF | Aug 7, 2026 | NONE |
| 60 | USCG Base Kodiak Recycling Services BPA | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Aug 7, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Hazardous Waste Disposal | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 17, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Supersack Disposal | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 17, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Hazardous Waste Disposal | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 13, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Recyclable Materials | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 15, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Supersack Disposal | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 14, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Supersack Disposal | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 14, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | USCG Base Kodiak Hazardous Waste Disposal | Kodiak | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KODIAK(00045) | Jul 13, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source: Solid Refuse Collection and Disposal at USCG Base Ketchikan | Ketchikan | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE KETCHIKAN(00035) | Jun 23, 2026 | NONE |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Federal Aviation Administration | SENTINEL POWER SERVICES, LLC | Apr 24, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | CHUGACH SOLUTIONS ENTERPRISE, LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | TRAILBOSS ENTERPRISES, INC. | Jan 24, 2026 – May 24, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | RED POINT CONSTRUCTION, LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | PARAGON PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
Across Alaska, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 18 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Kodiak, Ketchikan.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 33 | $5.9M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 25 | $1.3M |
| Department of the Air Force | 9 | $13.2M |
| Bureau of Land Management | 3 | $299K |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 3 | $105K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Alaska
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 9 |
| Kodiak | 8 |
| Ketchikan | 1 |
| Anchorage | 0 |
| Fairbanks | 0 |
| EARECKSON AS | 0 |
| Eielson AFB | 0 |
| Cordova | 0 |
| Chenega Bay | 0 |
| Valdez | 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 waste collection contracts are there in Alaska?
Alaska has 18 active federal waste collection opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for waste collection contracts in Alaska?
Unknown, Kodiak, Ketchikan are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Alaska?
The leading incumbent vendors include GOLDEN HEART WASTE MANAGEMENT LLC, WASTE CONNECTIONS OF ALASKA, INC, CITY OF KETCHIKAN. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Alaska?
Most waste collection 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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