Waste Collection Government Contracts in Indiana
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Indiana.
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Waste Collection in Indiana
Federal Waste Collection Services procurement in Indiana funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 60% of the state's 5 opportunities as of Q4 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Indianapolis — account for 100% of statewide activity across 2 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.
Indiana's Waste Collection Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS and Department of Veterans Affairs together account for 82% of all awards worth $4.8M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Indiana must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, REPUBLIC SERVICES OF INDIANA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, TRI-COUNTY RECYCLING INC — hold 92% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Indiana's Waste Collection Services recompete pipeline contains 3 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q4 2026, valued at an estimated $165.8M combined. 3 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Navy accounts for the largest share of upcoming recompetes, making it the priority agency for displacement-focused contractors.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Indiana has 5 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-10-16, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Indianapolis, Crane.
5
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66 | S205--General Waste Disposal - Indianapolis, IN | Indianapolis | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) | Mar 2, 2026 | — |
| 63 | S205--General Waste Disposal - Indianapolis, IN | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) | Mar 2, 2026 | — |
| 63 | IN075 REFUSE 1/30/2026-1/29/2027 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC FT MCCOY (RC) | — | SBA |
| 52 | S205--General Waste Disposal Contract - Indianapolis | Indianapolis | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) | Dec 10, 2025 | — |
| — | PRESOLICITATION NOTICE N4019225R9004 | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Apr 8, 2025 | HZC |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | PRECISE SYSTEMS, INC. | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | JRC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS, LLC | May 1, 2026 – Aug 29, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | Jun 26, 2026 – Oct 24, 2026 | high |
Across Indiana, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 5 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Indianapolis, Crane.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 26 | $689K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 11 | $2.9M |
| Department of the Army | 4 | $448K |
| National Park Service | 2 | $147K |
| Department of the Air Force | 2 | $615K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Indiana
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 3 |
| Indianapolis | 2 |
| Crane | 0 |
| Bedford | 0 |
| Fort Wayne | 0 |
| New Delhi | 0 |
| West Lafayette | 0 |
| Marion | 0 |
| Ft. Wayne | 0 |
| MUMBAI | 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 Indiana?
Indiana has 5 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 Indiana?
Unknown, Indianapolis, Crane are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Indiana?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, REPUBLIC SERVICES OF INDIANA, LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, TRI-COUNTY RECYCLING INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Indiana?
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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