Waste Collection Government Contracts in Arizona
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Arizona.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Arizona
In Q2 2026, Arizona has 30 active Waste Collection Services opportunities distributed across 5 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 43% of all activity. Unknown, Phoenix, Ajo together hold 93% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Arizona's Waste Collection Services market should treat Unknown as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
Arizona's Waste Collection Services landscape in Q2 2026 is shaped by 5 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Unknown and Phoenix — captures 80% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including Ajo and Tucson adds another 16%, with the remaining 1 cities splitting 4% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Arizona gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
In Arizona, Waste Collection Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education (39%) and Indian Health Service (26%). With 65% of 155 total awards between them and $27.1M 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 — NAVAJO SANITATION, INC., Unknown, ALLIED WASTE TRANSPORTATION INC — hold 83% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 3 Waste Collection Services contracts in Arizona are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $370.9M combined. Of these, 3 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Arizona pipeline, these recompetes represent the highest-probability wins: existing requirements with defined scopes, incumbent performance data on record, and established funding lines.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Arizona has 30 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-06-02, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Phoenix, Ajo.
30
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Arizona
Emerging activity: 2 new waste collection in arizona opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $828K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 87% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $370.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 83% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | Waste and Recycling Removal Memorial Cemetery AR -- S205 | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 63 | CBP Ajo Station Trash Removal Services | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Nov 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 63 | Waste and Recycling Removal Service at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona -- S205 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 63 | CBP Ajo Station Trash Removal Services | Ajo | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Nov 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Sources Sought - Refuse Collection and Disposal Services | Phoenix | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.PHOENIX AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVC | May 11, 2026 | ISBEE |
| 61 | Waste and Recycling Removal Memorial Cemetery AR -- S205 | Phoenix | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Aug 18, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Tonto NF Ground Trash Pickup | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 4 | Sep 30, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | CBP Ajo Station Trash Removal Services | Ajo | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Dec 10, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | SOLID WASTE REMOVAL - FCI Phoenix | Phoenix | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Oct 31, 2025 | NONE |
| 61 | SOLID WASTE REMOVAL - FCI Phoenix | Phoenix | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Oct 31, 2025 | NONE |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | AKIMA GLOBAL SERVICES, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | RAYTHEON COMPANY | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | RAYTHEON COMPANY | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Arizona, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 30 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Phoenix, Ajo.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Indian Education | 61 | $9.5M |
| Indian Health Service | 40 | $10.4M |
| Forest Service | 21 | $2.1M |
| Department of the Army | 18 | $2.2M |
| U.S. Customs and Border Protection | 15 | $3.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| NAVAJO SANITATION, INC. | 81 |
| Unknown | 18 |
| ALLIED WASTE TRANSPORTATION INC | 17 |
| PERRY MANAGEMENT CORP OF SOUTH DAKOTA, L.L.C | 15 |
| TOHONO O'ODHAM NATION | 9 |
Top Cities in Arizona
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 Arizona?
Arizona has 30 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 Arizona?
Unknown, Phoenix, Ajo are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Arizona?
The leading incumbent vendors include NAVAJO SANITATION, INC., Unknown, ALLIED WASTE TRANSPORTATION INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Arizona?
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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