Specialty Trades Government Contracts in Idaho
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Idaho.
Market Intelligence —
Specialty Trades in Idaho
Federal Specialty Trades Services procurement in Idaho funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 50% of the state's 18 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Stanley, Council — account for 100% of statewide activity across 3 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.
In Idaho's Specialty Trades Services sector, Unknown dominates with 9 active opportunities (50% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Stanley at 5 and Council at 4. The 1.8× gap between first and second place signals that Unknown has structural advantages — likely driven by proximity to major federal facilities or defense installations. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
In Idaho, Specialty Trades Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Bureau of Land Management (41%) and Forest Service (21%). With 62% of 29 total awards between them and $7.7M 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 — MICHAEL MELTON CONTRACTING LLC, CASCADE ENTERPRISES, INC, AMJA, LLC — hold 69% 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
Idaho has 18 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 0 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Stanley, Council.
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Open Opportunities
0
Likely Recompetes
Bureau of Land Management
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Specialty Trades in Idaho
Emerging activity: 1 new specialty trades in idaho opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $466K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 83% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 69% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | Payette NF Disaster Relief Fence Reconstruction | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST | Mar 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 75 | Sunbeam Dam Stairs | Stanley | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 8 | Mar 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 75 | Payette NF Disaster Relief Fence Reconstruction | — | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST | Mar 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 71 | Sunbeam Dam Stairs | Stanley | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 8 | Mar 20, 2026 | SBA |
| 63 | Sunbeam Dam Stairs | Stanley | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.USDA-FS, CSA INTERMOUNTAIN 8 | — | SBA |
| 61 | Lava Fire Rangeland Fence Reconstruction | Council | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Lava Fire Rangeland Fence Reconstruction | Council | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Lava Fire Rangeland Fence Reconstruction | Council | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 55 | Lava Fire Rangeland Fence Reconstruction | Council | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF.FOREST SERVICE.PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST | — | SBA |
| 54 | Z--Shoshone Fence Repairs | — | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT.IDAHO STATE OFFICE | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No recompete candidates identified for Idaho yet. | |||||
Across Idaho, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 18 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Stanley, Council.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Bureau of Land Management | 12 | $984K |
| Forest Service | 6 | $1.7M |
| Department of the Army | 6 | $430K |
| National Park Service | 4 | $369K |
| U.S. Customs and Border Protection | 1 | $4.2M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Idaho
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 9 |
| Stanley | 5 |
| Council | 4 |
| Mountain Home AFB | 0 |
| Lewiston | 0 |
| Idaho Falls | 0 |
| Grangeville | 0 |
| Boise | 0 |
| Ahsahka | 0 |
| Oldtown | 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 Idaho?
Idaho has 18 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 Idaho?
Unknown, Stanley, Council are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in Idaho?
The leading incumbent vendors include MICHAEL MELTON CONTRACTING LLC, CASCADE ENTERPRISES, INC, AMJA, LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in Idaho?
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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