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 50% of the state's 26 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Pekin, Elwood — account for 85% of statewide activity across 5 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 13 active opportunities (50% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Pekin at 5 and Elwood at 4. The 2.6× 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: FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS leads at 35% of awards, with Department of Veterans Affairs at 33%. Together they represent 68% of the state's 127 recorded contract actions and $19.0M 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 78% 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 $81.8M 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 the Army 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 26 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Pekin, Elwood.
26
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Illinois
Emerging activity: 2 new waste collection in illinois opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $2.6M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 85% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $81.8M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 78% 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 |
| 65 | FCI Pekin Solid Waste Removal | Pekin | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS.FAO | Jan 20, 2026 | NONE |
| 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 7, 2026 | NONE |
| 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 26, 2026 | NONE |
| 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 |
| 54 | Refuse and Recycling Services IL177 Multi Site IL001 IL002 IL011 IL051 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | — | — |
| 52 | Combined Solicitation Abraham Lincoln Trash and Recycling Services | Elwood | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL CEMETERY ADMIN (36C786) | May 22, 2026 | NONE |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | CITADEL FEDERAL SOLUTIONS LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | SIX MILE, LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | TUNISTA LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS, LLC | Jan 13, 2026 – May 13, 2026 | high |
Across Illinois, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 26 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Pekin, Elwood.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 44 | $701K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 42 | $6.3M |
| Department of the Army | 30 | $3.6M |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 7 | $78K |
| 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. | 12 |
| SOUTHERN ILLINOIS WASTE CONTAINER, LLC | 7 |
Top Cities in Illinois
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 13 |
| Pekin | 5 |
| Elwood | 4 |
| Hines | 3 |
| Chicago | 1 |
| Batavia | 0 |
| Great Lakes | 0 |
| Jerusalem | 0 |
| North Chicago | 0 |
| Scott Air Force Base | 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 26 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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