Specialty Trades Government Contracts in Louisiana
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Louisiana.
Market Intelligence —
Specialty Trades in Louisiana
Federal Specialty Trades Services procurement in Louisiana funnels disproportionately through Fort Polk, which captures 39% of the state's 18 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Fort Polk, New Orleans, Unknown — account for 83% of statewide activity across 4 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Fort Polk is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In Louisiana's Specialty Trades Services sector, Fort Polk dominates with 7 active opportunities (39% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by New Orleans at 5 and Unknown at 3. The relatively close race between top cities indicates a competitive market where ranking shifts are common as new solicitations post. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
In Louisiana, Specialty Trades Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Federal Aviation Administration (81%) and Department of the Army (11%). With 92% of 183 total awards between them and $19.9M 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 — DUPONT BUILDING, INC., ASJ-NASCO JV, LLC, TOLAR ENTERPRISE LLC — hold 98% 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
Louisiana has 18 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-07-19, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Fort Polk, New Orleans, Unknown.
18
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Federal Aviation Administration
Top Agency
Fort Polk
Top City
Key Insights —
Specialty Trades in Louisiana
Steady activity: 5 new specialty trades in louisiana opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $60K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 94% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $14.7M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 98% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | R499--629-26-4-690-0206 STAFF AND PATIENT PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE (VA-26-00066556) 36C256-26-AP-3379 | New Orleans | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jul 24, 2026 | VSA |
| 76 | R499--629-26-4-690-0206 STAFF AND PATIENT PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE (VA-26-00066556) 36C256-26-AP-3379 | New Orleans | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF | Jul 24, 2026 | VSA |
| 76 | R499--629-26-4-690-0206 STAFF AND PATIENT PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE (VA-26-00066556) 36C256-26-AP-3379 | New Orleans | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256) | Jul 24, 2026 | VSA |
| 76 | R499--629-26-4-690-0206 STAFF AND PATIENT PARKING GARAGE MAINTENANCE (VA-26-00066556) 36C256-26-AP-3379 | New Orleans | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256) | Jul 24, 2026 | VSA |
| 64 | Air station New Orleans Salvage Pump Tower Maintenance | New Orleans | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | Jul 31, 2026 | — |
| 61 | Repair Doors at USCG Station New Orleans | Metairie | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | Jun 2, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Repair Doors at USCG Station New Orleans | Metairie | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | Jun 2, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Repair Doors at USCG Station New Orleans | Metairie | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE NEW ORLEANS(00029) | May 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Crane Services for ERDC GSL | Fort Polk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.SCO ALEXANDRIA.W2R2 USA ENGR R AND D CTR | Nov 12, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Crane Services for ERDC GSL | Fort Polk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.SCO ALEXANDRIA.W2R2 USA ENGR R AND D CTR | Nov 13, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | PRIDE INDUSTRIES | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
Across Louisiana, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 18 active opportunities. Top cities include Fort Polk, New Orleans, Unknown.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Aviation Administration | 148 | $11.2M |
| Department of the Army | 20 | $8.0M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 9 | $193K |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 3 | $429K |
| National Park Service | 3 | $80K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Louisiana
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Fort Polk | 7 |
| New Orleans | 5 |
| Unknown | 3 |
| Metairie | 3 |
| Bossier City | 0 |
| Pineville | 0 |
| Shreveport | 0 |
| Fort Johnson | 0 |
| Jennings | 0 |
| Schriever | 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 specialty trades contracts are there in Louisiana?
Louisiana has 18 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 Louisiana?
Fort Polk, New Orleans, Unknown are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in Louisiana?
The leading incumbent vendors include DUPONT BUILDING, INC., ASJ-NASCO JV, LLC, TOLAR ENTERPRISE LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in Louisiana?
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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