HVAC Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
Market Intelligence —
HVAC in California
Federal HVAC Services procurement in California funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 86% of the state's 50 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Fresno, LINDA — account for 94% of statewide activity across 6 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 HVAC Services markets in California as of Q2 2026 are: Unknown (43 opportunities, 86% of state activity); Fresno (2 opportunities, 4% of state activity); LINDA (2 opportunities, 4% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 21.5× over the second-ranked city, Fresno, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 8 opportunities per city across 6 markets.
California's HVAC Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Navy and Department of Veterans Affairs together account for 76% of all awards worth $455.4M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in California 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 — PARADIGM MECHANICAL CORP., FOUR TRIBES ENTERPRISES LLC, SOUZA CONSTRUCTION, INC. — hold 68% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 10 HVAC Services contracts in California are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $481.6M combined. Of these, 10 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their California 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
California has 50 open hvac contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Fresno, LINDA.
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Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
HVAC in California
Steady activity: 10 new hvac in california opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $5.3M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 88% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $481.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 68% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | Repair Main Gas Valve Bldg 100 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO CA.USPFO CA PROCUREMENT.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 144 | Jun 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Install Exhaust System Fire Station Bldg 145 | Fresno | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO CA.USPFO CA PROCUREMENT.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 144 | Jun 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Repair Main Gas Valve Bldg 100 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO CA.USPFO CA PROCUREMENT.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 144 | Jun 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Repair Main Gas Valve Bldg 100 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO CA.USPFO CA PROCUREMENT.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 144 | Jun 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Repair 65-Ton Chiller at USCG Air Station Sacramento | LINDA | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ALAMEDA(00031) | Jun 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Install Exhaust System Fire Station Bldg 145 | Fresno | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO CA.USPFO CA PROCUREMENT.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 144 | Jun 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 73 | Repair 65-Ton Chiller at USCG Air Station Sacramento | LINDA | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ALAMEDA(00031) | Jun 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 71 | MULTI-DISCIPLINE SPECIALTY CONSTRUCTION JOB ORDER CONTRACT (JOC) FOR MARINE CORPS AIR STATION (MCAS) MIRAMAR AND MARINE CORPS RECRUIT DEPOT (MCRD), SAN DIEGO, CA. | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC PACIFIC CMD.NAVFAC SOUTHWEST SW.NAVFACSYSCOM SOUTHWEST | — | 8AN |
| 63 | 30 CES - Annual Chiller Maintenance Services | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.FA4610 30 CONS PK | — | SBA |
| 63 | J012--Fire Protection Systems: Replacement/Relocation of Sprinkler and Replacement of Fire Pump at the West Los Angeles VA Medical Center, Greater Los Angeles VA Healthcare System | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262) | — | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | DEFENSE MICROELECTRONICS ACTIVITY | BLACKWATCH INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | THE CAMERON BELL CORPORATION | Dec 9, 2025 – Apr 8, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | JSL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | Dec 12, 2025 – Apr 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SUSTAINMENT & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC | Dec 26, 2025 – Apr 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | T-SOLUTIONS, INC. | Dec 26, 2025 – Apr 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | HIGHBURY DEFENSE GROUP | Dec 21, 2025 – Apr 20, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SUSTAINMENT & RESTORATION SERVICES, LLC | Dec 27, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | DSC-EMI MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INDUS TECHNOLOGY INC | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | UNIVERSAL CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC | Jan 2, 2026 – May 2, 2026 | high |
Across California, hvac opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Fresno, LINDA.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 243 | $310.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 158 | $65.5M |
| Department of the Air Force | 80 | $56.0M |
| National Park Service | 28 | $15.3M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 18 | $8.1M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 43 |
| Fresno | 2 |
| LINDA | 2 |
| San Francisco | 1 |
| Vallejo | 1 |
| Parlier | 1 |
| Shasta Lake | 0 |
| Barstow | 0 |
| Fort Irwin | 0 |
| Benicia | 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 hvac contracts are there in California?
California has 50 active federal hvac opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for hvac contracts in California?
Unknown, Fresno, LINDA are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top hvac contractors in California?
The leading incumbent vendors include PARADIGM MECHANICAL CORP., FOUR TRIBES ENTERPRISES LLC, SOUZA CONSTRUCTION, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do hvac contracts come up for rebid in California?
Most hvac 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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