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 procurement in California funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 44% of the state's 45 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, San Pedro, Fresno — account for 62% of statewide activity across 10 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Unknown is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
The top HVAC Services markets in California as of Q3 2026 are: Unknown (20 opportunities, 44% of state activity); San Pedro (4 opportunities, 9% of state activity); Fresno (4 opportunities, 9% of state activity). Unknown leads by a factor of 5.0× over the second-ranked city, San Pedro, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Unknown metro. The statewide average is 5 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 74% of all awards worth $462.6M 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 $627.7M 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 2026-08-31, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, San Pedro, Fresno.
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Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
HVAC in California
Majority small-business: 92% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $627.7M.
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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | R5 HVAC Maintenance Services for the Regional Office | Vallejo | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 3 | — | SBA |
| 63 | 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 | — | SDVOSBC |
| 63 | 4510--36C26126Q0490 | Bldg. 101 Mixing Valve Replacements | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 63 | 4510--36C26126Q0490 | Bldg. 101 Mixing Valve Replacements | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | 127EAW26Q0053 - Kern River Ranger District HVAC | Kernville | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA SOUTHWEST 6 | Aug 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | J012--Fire Sprinkler Repairs | San Diego | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.262-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 22 (36C262) | Jul 31, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | J041--After Hours Emergency Service Calls VA Fresno VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) Two Year IDIQ Request | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.261-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 21 (36C261) | Aug 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery HVAC Maintenance Services | San Diego | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | Aug 13, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Bard Air Conditioner Replacement W36HY-B09 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC SAN DIEGO | Jul 28, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Replace Hot Water Heaters at FCI Mendota | Mendota | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Aug 4, 2026 | SBA |
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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 | JSL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | May 10, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | BONA FIDE CONGLOMERATE, INC. | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INNOVASYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Archives and Records Administration | AMERICAN SECURITY PROGRAMS INC | Jun 2, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | ALUTIIQ LOGISTICS & MAINTENANCE SERVICES, LLC | May 17, 2026 – Sep 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | CORECIVIC, INC. | Jun 2, 2026 – Sep 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | Jul 14, 2026 – Nov 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | AVUM, INC. | May 23, 2026 – Sep 20, 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, San Pedro, Fresno.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 243 | $310.4M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 181 | $70.2M |
| Department of the Air Force | 80 | $56.3M |
| National Park Service | 35 | $15.9M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 32 | $9.8M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in California
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 20 |
| San Pedro | 4 |
| Fresno | 4 |
| Mendota | 4 |
| LINDA | 4 |
| San Diego | 3 |
| Monterey | 2 |
| Petaluma | 2 |
| Port Hueneme | 1 |
| San Francisco | 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, San Pedro, 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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RecompeteIQ. (2026). HVAC Government Contracts in California. Retrieved 2026-08-31, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/ca/hvac-contractors
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RecompeteIQ. "HVAC Government Contracts in California." Accessed 2026-08-31. https://recompeteiq.com/state/ca/hvac-contractors.
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