HVAC Government Contracts in California
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across California.
Market Intelligence —
HVAC in California
Federal HVAC Services activity in California spreads across 10 cities in Q3 2026, with Unknown, LINDA, Fresno leading at a combined 64% of the state's 42 opportunities. The largest single market — Unknown — holds 36%, indicating moderate rather than extreme concentration. This multi-hub structure gives contractors flexibility to bid across several metro areas while maintaining geographic focus.
The top HVAC Services markets in California as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (15 opportunities, 36% of state activity); LINDA (8 opportunities, 19% of state activity); Fresno (4 opportunities, 10% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 1.9× over the second-ranked city, LINDA, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 4 opportunities per city across 10 markets.
California's HVAC Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Navy and Department of Veterans Affairs together account for 76% of all awards worth $457.2M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in California must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — PARADIGM MECHANICAL CORP., FOUR TRIBES ENTERPRISES LLC, SOUZA CONSTRUCTION, INC. — hold 68% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 10 HVAC Services contracts in California are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $569.5M combined. Of these, 10 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their California 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
California has 50 open hvac contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, LINDA, Fresno.
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Open Opportunities
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Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
HVAC in California
High activity: 20 new hvac in california opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $520K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 94% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $569.5M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 68% 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 | 31100PR260000053 - USCG BASE LA LB Warehouse Backflow Demo and Install | San Pedro | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE LOS ANGELES/LONG BEACH(00037) | Jul 18, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Boiler Safety Device Testing | Fresno | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261) | Jul 20, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | Air Handler Compressor Replacement for USCG Sector San Francisco, CA | San Francisco | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ALAMEDA(00031) | Jul 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Installation of Equipment- 13 Water Bottle Filling | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC-FT LEAVENWORTH | Aug 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Install Water Softener and Hot Water Heaters at FCI Mendota | Mendota | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Jul 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Installation of Equipment- 13 Water Bottle Filling | Monterey | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC-FT LEAVENWORTH | Aug 12, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | Installation of Equipment- 13 Water Bottle Filling -W91QF426BA010 | Monterey | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC-FT LEAVENWORTH | Aug 26, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | HVAC DUCT CLEANING MSCPAC | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Jun 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | HVAC DUCT CLEANING MSCPAC | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Jun 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Replace Air Handling Unit | LINDA | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO CA.USPFO CA PROCUREMENT.W7MX USPFO ACTIVITY CAANG 163 | Jun 30, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | PARSONS GOVERNMENT SERVICES INC. | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | CREEK TECHNOLOGIES COMPANY | Jan 14, 2026 – May 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | TITANIUM COBRA SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 19, 2026 – May 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | GUSTAV KEONI | Jan 16, 2026 – May 16, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | G 2 SOFTWARE SYSTEMS, INC. | Feb 28, 2026 – Jun 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | Mar 16, 2026 – Jul 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | SPECTRUM SECURITY SERVICES, INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | VALIANT GLOBAL DEFENSE SERVICES INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
Across California, hvac opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, LINDA, Fresno.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 243 | $310.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 171 | $67.3M |
| Department of the Air Force | 80 | $56.0M |
| National Park Service | 28 | $15.3M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 22 | $8.2M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 15 |
| LINDA | 8 |
| Fresno | 4 |
| Mendota | 4 |
| Monterey | 3 |
| San Pedro | 2 |
| San Francisco | 2 |
| Petaluma | 2 |
| Port Hueneme | 1 |
| San Diego | 1 |
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 California?
California has 50 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 California?
Unknown, LINDA, Fresno are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top hvac contractors in California?
The leading incumbent vendors include PARADIGM MECHANICAL CORP., FOUR TRIBES ENTERPRISES LLC, SOUZA CONSTRUCTION, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do hvac contracts come up for rebid in California?
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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