Waste Collection Government Contracts in Colorado
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Colorado.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Colorado
In Q2 2026, Colorado has 6 active Waste Collection Services opportunities distributed across 5 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Unknown commands 33% of all activity. Unknown, Boulder, USAF Academy together hold 67% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Colorado's Waste Collection Services market should treat Unknown as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
No single agency dominates Colorado's Waste Collection Services procurement: the largest buyer — Department of Veterans Affairs — holds just 23% of 71 awards totaling $23.0M. With 5 active buying agencies, the market rewards contractors who can manage a portfolio of smaller contracts across multiple agency relationships rather than depending on one large vehicle. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING, MARCO FEDERAL SERVICES LLC — hold 66% 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
Colorado has 6 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Boulder, USAF Academy.
6
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | NIST BOULDER SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Jun 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | EC-FI AND ECAO TRASH & RECYCLING SERVICES | Loveland | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF RECLAMATION.GREAT PLAINS REGIONAL OFFICE | Feb 18, 2026 | SBA |
| 56 | Post Refuse and Recycle Program Services- Ft. Carson | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FT CARSON | Oct 23, 2025 | — |
| — | MBRTB-Yampa Ranger District- Trash Collection Services | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest | May 7, 2025 | SBA |
| — | S--BLM-CO KFO Garbage | — | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT.COLORADO STATE OFFICE | Aug 12, 2025 | SBA |
| — | Bio solid Waste Pumping and Removal | USAF Academy | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY.FA7000 10 CONS LGC | Nov 13, 2025 | — |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Federal Acquisition Service | PERATON TECHNOLOGY SERVICES INC. | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Colorado, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 6 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Boulder, USAF Academy.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 16 | $1.0M |
| Forest Service | 16 | $486K |
| Department of the Air Force | 16 | $10.9M |
| Department of the Army | 14 | $10.2M |
| Bureau of Reclamation | 9 | $373K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 10 |
| GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING | 10 |
| MARCO FEDERAL SERVICES LLC | 9 |
| TWIN LANDFILL CORPORATION | 8 |
| HAMILTON ALLIANCE INC | 7 |
Top Cities in Colorado
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 2 |
| Boulder | 1 |
| USAF Academy | 1 |
| Colorado Springs | 1 |
| Loveland | 1 |
| Creede | 0 |
| Aurora | 0 |
| Springfield | 0 |
| Denver | 0 |
| Craig | 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 Colorado?
Colorado has 6 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 Colorado?
Unknown, Boulder, USAF Academy are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Colorado?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, GPC CONSOLIDATED REPORTING, MARCO FEDERAL SERVICES LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Colorado?
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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