Painting Government Contracts in Colorado
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Colorado.
Market Intelligence —
Painting in Colorado
In Q2 2026, Colorado has 5 active Painting Services opportunities distributed across 3 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Boulder commands 60% of all activity. Boulder, USAF Academy, Denver together hold 100% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Colorado's Painting Services market should treat Boulder as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
Two agencies shape Colorado's Painting Services market: Department of the Air Force leads at 88% of awards, with Bureau of Reclamation at 3%. Together they represent 91% of the state's 92 recorded contract actions and $21.6M in total spending. Winning with either agency provides the past-performance foundation to compete for the other's work. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — KNOCK OUT-TRUJILLO SPECIAL COATINGS JV, RED FALCON SERVICES LLC, THE OS GROUP INC — hold 96% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Colorado has 5 open painting contract opportunities as of 2026-04-17, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Boulder, USAF Academy, Denver.
5
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Air Force
Top Agency
Boulder
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source - USAFA Protective Coating and Pavement Markings IDIQ | USAF Academy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY.FA7000 10 CONS LGC | Feb 5, 2026 | 8AN |
| 56 | MARKET SURVEY: PREPARE, REMOVE PAINT, AND REPAINT THE EXISTING ASDE TOWER AND SHELTERS AT THE DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (DEN) IN DENVER, CO | Denver | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS | Jan 19, 2026 | — |
| 46 | Building 51 Painting and Flooring Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Apr 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 46 | Building 51 Painting and Flooring Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Apr 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 34 | Building 51 Painting and Flooring Replacement | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Mar 12, 2026 | SBA |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Federal Acquisition Service | PERATON TECHNOLOGY SERVICES INC. | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Colorado, painting opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 5 active opportunities. Top cities include Boulder, USAF Academy, Denver.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Air Force | 81 | $3.5M |
| Bureau of Reclamation | 3 | $17.0M |
| Department of the Army | 3 | $841K |
| Forest Service | 3 | $107K |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 2 | $108K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Colorado
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Boulder | 3 |
| USAF Academy | 1 |
| Denver | 1 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| Creede | 0 |
| Aurora | 0 |
| Springfield | 0 |
| Craig | 0 |
| Fort Collins | 0 |
| Montrose | 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 Colorado?
Colorado has 5 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 Colorado?
Boulder, USAF Academy, Denver are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top painting contractors in Colorado?
The leading incumbent vendors include KNOCK OUT-TRUJILLO SPECIAL COATINGS JV, RED FALCON SERVICES LLC, THE OS GROUP INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do painting contracts come up for rebid in Colorado?
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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