Waste Collection Government Contracts in Illinois
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Illinois.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Illinois
Federal Waste Collection Services procurement in Illinois funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 57% of the state's 37 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Pekin, Elwood — account for 81% of statewide activity across 7 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 Illinois's Waste Collection Services sector, Unknown dominates with 21 active opportunities (57% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Pekin at 5 and Elwood at 4. The 4.2× 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.
Two agencies shape Illinois's Waste Collection Services market: Department of Veterans Affairs leads at 34% of awards, with FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS at 34%. Together they represent 69% of the state's 131 recorded contract actions and $19.2M 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 — DC WASTE & RECYCLING INC, HAMILTON ALLIANCE INC, Unknown — hold 77% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Illinois shows 3 Waste Collection Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $148.4M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of Veterans Affairs drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Illinois has 37 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-08-31, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Pekin, Elwood.
37
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Illinois
Majority small-business: 73% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $148.4M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 77% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | 5-Year Ordering Period (07/01/2025 - 06/30/2030) Jesse Brown VAMC in Chicago, IL & CBOC locations. Solid Waste and Recycling Collection and Disposal Services. HAMILTON ALLIANCE, INC | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | S205--New Award: Five Year Ordering Period Contract for Solid Waste Collection and Removal Services at the Hines VA Hospital in Hines, IL and its affiliated Joliet CBOC. POP: 2/1/26 - 01/31/31. Awarded: Hamilton Alliance, Inc. | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | S205--New: 5-Year Ordering Period (02/01/2026 - 01/31/2031) Solid Waste & Recyclables Collection/Disposal Services for the Edward Hines Jr VA Hospital (Hines, IL) and the Joliet CBOC. | Hines | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.252-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 12 (36C252) | Jan 16, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | FCI Pekin Solid Waste Removal | Pekin | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Jan 9, 2026 | NONE |
| 65 | FCI Pekin Solid Waste Removal | Pekin | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Jan 20, 2026 | NONE |
| 65 | FCI Pekin Solid Waste Removal | Pekin | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Jan 7, 2026 | NONE |
| 65 | FCI Pekin Solid Waste Removal | Pekin | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Jan 26, 2026 | NONE |
| 61 | ISWM Recompete | Scott Air Force Base | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR MOBILITY COMMAND.FA4407 375 CONS LGC | Jul 23, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | Lock and Dam Weekly Refuse Collection Services | Chicago | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.W072 ENDIST CHICAGO | — | SBA |
| 58 | FCI Pekin Solid Waste Removal | Pekin | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | — | NONE |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | NORESCO, LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | BLUE PACIFIC JV LLC | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | RIVERTECH LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
Across Illinois, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 37 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Pekin, Elwood.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 45 | $6.4M |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 45 | $709K |
| Department of the Army | 30 | $3.6M |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 7 | $77K |
| Department of the Navy | 4 | $8.4M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| DC WASTE & RECYCLING INC | 28 |
| HAMILTON ALLIANCE INC | 24 |
| Unknown | 14 |
| INDEPENDENT RECYCLING SERVICES, INC. | 13 |
| SOUTHERN ILLINOIS WASTE CONTAINER, LLC | 7 |
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 21 |
| Pekin | 5 |
| Elwood | 4 |
| Hines | 3 |
| Olmsted | 2 |
| Chicago | 1 |
| Scott Air Force Base | 1 |
| Batavia | 0 |
| Great Lakes | 0 |
| Jerusalem | 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 Illinois?
Illinois has 37 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 Illinois?
Unknown, Pekin, Elwood are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Illinois?
The leading incumbent vendors include DC WASTE & RECYCLING INC, HAMILTON ALLIANCE INC, Unknown. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Illinois?
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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