Waste Collection Government Contracts in Washington
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Washington.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Washington
Across Washington's 8 cities with active Waste Collection Services procurement in Q2 2026, three markets stand out: Auburn, North Lakewood, Unknown together capture 63% of 19 statewide opportunities. With Auburn at 26%, the market is concentrated enough to reward geographic specialization but distributed enough that secondary markets remain viable for contractors building a Washington presence.
In Washington's Waste Collection Services sector, Auburn dominates with 5 active opportunities (26% of state volume) in Q2 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 158 total awards between them and $41.5M 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 87% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Washington shows 4 Waste Collection Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $233.3M 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
Washington has 19 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-06-02, with 4 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Auburn, North Lakewood, Unknown.
19
Open Opportunities
4
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Auburn
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Washington
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
4 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $233.3M.
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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 GRAYS HARBOR HOUSING TRASH SERVICE | Westport | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE SEATTLE(00033) | Dec 1, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Trash Collection at FAA ARTCC, Auburn, WA | Auburn | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.697DCK REGIONAL ACQUISITIONS SVCS | Nov 12, 2025 | NONE |
| 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 Army | EC COMPANY | Dec 12, 2025 – Apr 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INDUS TECHNOLOGY INC | Dec 14, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | THE GEO GROUP, INC. | Dec 27, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026 | high |
| 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 19 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 | 17 | $2.2M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 15 | $901K |
| 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 |
| Ilwaco | 2 |
| Joint Base Lewis McChord | 2 |
| Seattle | 1 |
| Westport | 1 |
| North Bonneville | 1 |
| Tacoma | 0 |
| Bremerton | 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 19 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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