Painting Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
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Painting in California
California's Painting Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Air Force and Department of the Navy together account for 79% of all awards worth $45.4M 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 — TOGIAK MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC, T & M PAINTING AND CONSTRUCTION, INC., TSI ENGINEERING, INC. — hold 84% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
California's Painting Services recompete pipeline contains 10 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $481.6M combined. 10 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Navy 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
California has 1 open painting contract opportunity as of 2026-04-15, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Irvine, Shasta Lake, Barstow.
1
Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Air Force
Top Agency
Irvine
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | Building Exterior Repair Project – FDA Pacific Southwest Laboratory | Irvine | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION.FDA OFFICE OF ACQ GRANT SVCS | Feb 25, 2026 | NONE |
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, painting opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 1 active opportunities. Top cities include Irvine, Shasta Lake, Barstow.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Air Force | 81 | $32.6M |
| Department of the Navy | 15 | $9.3M |
| National Park Service | 13 | $1.3M |
| Public Buildings Service | 7 | $234K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 5 | $1.9M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Irvine | 1 |
| Shasta Lake | 0 |
| Barstow | 0 |
| Fort Irwin | 0 |
| Benicia | 0 |
| Port Hueneme | 0 |
| ARBOGA | 0 |
| Palo Alto | 0 |
| Tracy | 0 |
| El Segundo | 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 painting contracts are there in California?
California has 1 active federal painting opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for painting contracts in California?
Irvine, Shasta Lake, Barstow are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top painting contractors in California?
The leading incumbent vendors include TOGIAK MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC, T & M PAINTING AND CONSTRUCTION, INC., TSI ENGINEERING, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do painting contracts come up for rebid in California?
Most painting 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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