Specialty Trades Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
Market Intelligence —
Specialty Trades in California
Federal Specialty Trades Services procurement in California funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 67% of the state's 49 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Santa Maria, Lompoc — account for 82% of statewide activity across 10 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 Specialty Trades Services markets in California as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (33 opportunities, 67% of state activity); Santa Maria (4 opportunities, 8% of state activity); Lompoc (3 opportunities, 6% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 8.3× over the second-ranked city, Santa Maria, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 5 opportunities per city across 10 markets.
In California, Specialty Trades Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Navy (64%) and Department of Veterans Affairs (14%). With 78% of 724 total awards between them and $241.4M 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 — SAPPER WEST - SPECTRUM SVC GRP - JV, PERMON CONTRACTORS INC, RAMPCOUSA, INC. — hold 75% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across California shows 10 Specialty Trades Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $627.7M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of the Navy drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
California has 50 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-09-01, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Santa Maria, Lompoc.
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Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Specialty Trades in California
Majority small-business: 92% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $627.7M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 75% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | 8(a) Sole Source IDIQ JOC All Other Specialty Trade Contractors, Naval Support Activity Monterey, California | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC PACIFIC CMD.NAVFAC SOUTHWEST SW.NAVFACSYSCOM SOUTHWEST | — | 8AN |
| 71 | 127EAW25R0021 - GAOA, TNF Barracks Deferred Maintenance | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 67 | 127EAW26Q0014 - Los Padres NF Roofing & Siding Repairs | Los Olivos | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 67 | 127EAW26Q0015 - GAOA, Los Padres NF Facility Repairs | Pine Mountain Club | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 63 | 127EAW26Q0003 - Plumas NF Bear Boxes | Portola | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 63 | GAOA Chantry Phase 2 Recreation Area Improvements | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 63 | 127EAW25R0021 - GAOA, TNF Barracks Deferred Maintenance | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 63 | Forest Service - GAOA Upper San Juan CG Renovation | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | — | SBA |
| 61 | 127EAW26Q0052 - Pine Canyon Barracks Replacement | Santa Maria | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | Aug 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | CBP Yuma / El Centro Sectors Tactical Infrastructure Maintenance Site visit | El Centro | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION | Jul 27, 2026 | 8A |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC. | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | JSL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | May 10, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | BONA FIDE CONGLOMERATE, INC. | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INNOVASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Archives and Records Administration | AMERICAN SECURITY PROGRAMS INC | Jun 2, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | ALUTIIQ LOGISTICS & MAINTENANCE SERVICES, LLC | May 17, 2026 – Sep 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | CORECIVIC, INC. | Jun 2, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | Jul 14, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | AVUM, INC. | May 23, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
Across California, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Santa Maria, Lompoc.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 466 | $140.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 101 | $5.9M |
| Department of the Air Force | 84 | $70.1M |
| Forest Service | 44 | $18.3M |
| National Park Service | 29 | $6.7M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 |
| Santa Maria | 4 |
| Lompoc | 3 |
| Santa Barbara | 3 |
| Monterey | 1 |
| Bakersfield | 1 |
| El Centro | 1 |
| Los Olivos | 1 |
| Pine Mountain Club | 1 |
| Portola | 1 |
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 specialty trades contracts are there in California?
California has 50 active federal specialty trades opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for specialty trades contracts in California?
Unknown, Santa Maria, Lompoc are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in California?
The leading incumbent vendors include SAPPER WEST - SPECTRUM SVC GRP - JV, PERMON CONTRACTORS INC, RAMPCOUSA, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in California?
Most specialty trades 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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