Waste Collection Government Contracts in Washington
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Washington.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Washington
In Q3 2026, Washington has 21 Waste Collection Services opportunities spread across 9 cities, making it one of the more geographically distributed markets in this sector. Auburn leads with 24% share, but Auburn, North Lakewood, Unknown together account for just 57%. Contractors can build a statewide pipeline without the winner-take-all dynamics seen in more concentrated state markets.
In Washington's Waste Collection Services sector, Auburn dominates with 5 active opportunities (24% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by North Lakewood at 4 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 Washington, Waste Collection Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Army (61%) and National Park Service (11%). With 72% of 159 total awards between them and $41.8M 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 — HAROLD LEMAY ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED, CORPORATE WASTE SOLUTIONS LLC, Unknown — hold 86% 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
Washington has 21 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-07-20, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Auburn, North Lakewood, Unknown.
21
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Auburn
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Washington
Emerging activity: 2 new waste collection in washington opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $14.2M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $63.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 86% 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 | Award Notice-Disposal and Recycling of Industrial Wood Waste, Food and Compostable Waste, and Contaminated Solid Waste-Naval Base Kitsap, Silverdale, Washington | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC PACIFIC CMD.NAVFAC NORTHWEST NW.NAVFACSYSCOM NORTHWEST | — | SBA |
| 71 | Joint Base Lewis-McChord Commercial Recycling Service | North Lakewood | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-JB LEWIS-MC CHORD | — | EDWOSB |
| 68 | Joint Base Lewis-McChord Commercial Recycling Service | North Lakewood | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-JB LEWIS-MC CHORD | Mar 17, 2026 | EDWOSB |
| 68 | Joint Base Lewis-McChord Commercial Recycling Service | North Lakewood | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-JB LEWIS-MC CHORD | Mar 17, 2026 | EDWOSB |
| 63 | Chief Joseph Dam Grounds Maintenance - Mowing, Edging, trimming, pruning, trash removal | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.NWD.W071 ENDIST SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 63 | Joint Base Lewis-McChord Commercial Recycling Service | Joint Base Lewis McChord | DEPT OF DEFENSE | — | EDWOSB |
| 61 | USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS foreign trash removal | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.MSC.MSFSC.MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS | Feb 6, 2026 | NONE |
| 61 | U.S. COAST GUARD STATION CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT TRASH SERVICE | Ilwaco | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE SEATTLE(00033) | Dec 1, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | U.S. COAST GUARD STATION CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT UNIT TRASH | Ilwaco | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE SEATTLE(00033) | Dec 1, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Trash Collection at FAA ARTCC, Auburn Washington | Auburn | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Dec 10, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | NETWORK & SIMULATION TECHNOLOGIES INC | Feb 28, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 | high |
Across Washington, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 21 active opportunities. Top cities include Auburn, North Lakewood, Unknown.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 97 | $30.6M |
| National Park Service | 18 | $2.4M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 15 | $925K |
| Forest Service | 15 | $284K |
| Department of the Navy | 14 | $7.6M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Washington
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Auburn | 5 |
| North Lakewood | 4 |
| Unknown | 3 |
| Bremerton | 2 |
| Ilwaco | 2 |
| Joint Base Lewis McChord | 2 |
| Seattle | 1 |
| Westport | 1 |
| North Bonneville | 1 |
| Tacoma | 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 waste collection contracts are there in Washington?
Washington has 21 active federal waste collection opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for waste collection contracts in Washington?
Auburn, North Lakewood, Unknown are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Washington?
The leading incumbent vendors include HAROLD LEMAY ENTERPRISES, INCORPORATED, CORPORATE WASTE SOLUTIONS LLC, Unknown. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Washington?
Most waste collection 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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