HVAC Government Contracts in Montana
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Montana.
Market Intelligence —
HVAC in Montana
Montana's HVAC Services market is broadly distributed across 9 cities in Q2 2026, with no single city exceeding 30% of the state's 20 active opportunities. Even the top 3 markets — Fort Benton, Lima, Malmstrom AFB — account for only 55% combined. This fragmentation favors contractors with statewide reach who can bid across multiple metro areas simultaneously, rather than those concentrated in a single city.
Montana's HVAC Services landscape in Q2 2026 is shaped by 9 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Fort Benton and Lima — captures 45% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including Malmstrom AFB and Darby adds another 20%, with the remaining 5 cities splitting 35% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Montana gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
Two agencies shape Montana's HVAC Services market: National Institutes of Health leads at 40% of awards, with Forest Service at 26%. Together they represent 65% of the state's 43 recorded contract actions and $13.0M 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 — 4 G PLUMBING AND HEATING, INC., AUTOMATED LOGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES, INC., WADSWORTH BUILDERS CO INC — hold 87% 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
Montana has 20 open hvac contract opportunities as of 2026-04-18, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Fort Benton, Lima, Malmstrom AFB.
20
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
National Institutes of Health
Top Agency
Fort Benton
Top City
Key Insights —
HVAC in Montana
Steady activity: 9 new hvac in montana opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $663K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 90% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $23.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 87% 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 | LOLO NATIONAL FOREST - Plains Ranger District Bunkhouse Boiler Replacement | Plains | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 9 | Apr 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | LOLO NATIONAL FOREST - Plains Ranger District Bunkhouse Boiler Replacement | Plains | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 9 | Apr 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 75 | USDA Forest Service Region 1 Regional Office HVAC Quarterly Maintenance | Missoula | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 2 | Mar 2, 2026 | SBA |
| 67 | Heat Plant Boiler and Pump Repair | Malmstrom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE GLOBAL STRIKE COMMAND.FA4626 341 CONS LGC | — | SBA |
| 61 | Z--Boiler Replacement Project at Red Rock Lakes NWR | Lima | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE.FWS, GAOA | Apr 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Z--MBIC BOILER REPLACEMENT | Fort Benton | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT.MONTANA STATE OFFICE | Apr 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Z--MBIC BOILER REPLACEMENT | Fort Benton | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT.MONTANA STATE OFFICE | Apr 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Z--Boiler Replacement Project in Lima, MT | Lima | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE.FWS, GAOA | Apr 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Boiler Replacement Project at Red Rock Lakes NWR | Lima | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE.FWS, GAOA | Apr 10, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Custer Gallatin NF - Ashland RD HVAC Replacement | Ashland | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 9 | Sep 17, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Transportation Security Administration | JOHNSON SECURITY BUREAU, INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across Montana, hvac opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 20 active opportunities. Top cities include Fort Benton, Lima, Malmstrom AFB.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| National Institutes of Health | 17 | $2.6M |
| Forest Service | 11 | $1.7M |
| Indian Health Service | 7 | $4.7M |
| Department of the Air Force | 5 | $3.1M |
| Agricultural Research Service | 3 | $912K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Montana
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Fort Benton | 6 |
| Lima | 3 |
| Malmstrom AFB | 2 |
| Darby | 2 |
| Plains | 2 |
| Bozeman | 2 |
| Missoula | 1 |
| Harlowton | 1 |
| Ashland | 1 |
| Fort Harrison | 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 Montana?
Montana has 20 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 Montana?
Fort Benton, Lima, Malmstrom AFB are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top hvac contractors in Montana?
The leading incumbent vendors include 4 G PLUMBING AND HEATING, INC., AUTOMATED LOGIC CONTRACTING SERVICES, INC., WADSWORTH BUILDERS CO INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do hvac contracts come up for rebid in Montana?
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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