Specialty Trades Government Contracts in Connecticut
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Connecticut.
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Specialty Trades in Connecticut
In Q2 2026, Connecticut has 7 active Specialty Trades Services opportunities distributed across 4 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Stamford commands 43% of all activity. Stamford, New London, Groton together hold 86% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Connecticut's Specialty Trades Services market should treat Stamford as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
Two agencies shape Connecticut's Specialty Trades Services market: Department of the Army leads at 36% of awards, with U.S. Coast Guard at 27%. Together they represent 64% of the state's 22 recorded contract actions and $2.1M in total spending. Winning with either agency provides the past-performance foundation to compete for the other's work. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — ROBERT N GLIDDEN JR, KELLY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC., MOHAWK NORTHEAST INC — hold 78% 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
Connecticut has 7 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-04-16, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Stamford, New London, Groton.
7
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Stamford
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | Generator Security Fencing, Stamford Hurricane Barrier, Stamford, CT | Stamford | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND | — | SBA |
| 61 | Generator Security Fencing, Stamford Hurricane Barrier, Stamford, CT | Stamford | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND | Oct 16, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Generator Security Fencing, Stamford Hurricane Barrier, Stamford, CT | Stamford | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.W2SD ENDIST NEW ENGLAND | Oct 16, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | COAST GUARD ACADEMY SIGN PROJECT | New London | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE CAPE COD(00052) | Jan 15, 2026 | LAS |
| 54 | USCG Academy Emergency Snow Removal | New London | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.CG ACADEMY(00039) | — | — |
| 52 | Crane Lease/Rental Services | Groton | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC | Apr 3, 2026 | NONE |
| 52 | PERIMETER FENCE INSTALLATION | New Haven | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE CAPE COD(00052) | Dec 10, 2025 | — |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Environmental Protection Agency | HYDROGEOLOGIC, INC. | Jan 17, 2026 – May 17, 2026 | high |
Across Connecticut, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 7 active opportunities. Top cities include Stamford, New London, Groton.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 8 | $395K |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 6 | $1.0M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 4 | $140K |
| Department of the Navy | 3 | $281K |
| Public Buildings Service | 1 | $268K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Connecticut
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Stamford | 3 |
| New London | 2 |
| Groton | 1 |
| New Haven | 1 |
| Hartford | 0 |
| Hamden | 0 |
| Middletown | 0 |
| North Grosvenordale | 0 |
| Mansfield Center | 0 |
| Thomaston | 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 specialty trades contracts are there in Connecticut?
Connecticut has 7 active federal specialty trades opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for specialty trades contracts in Connecticut?
Stamford, New London, Groton are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in Connecticut?
The leading incumbent vendors include ROBERT N GLIDDEN JR, KELLY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC., MOHAWK NORTHEAST INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in Connecticut?
Most specialty trades 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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