Painting Government Contracts in Kentucky
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Kentucky.
Market Intelligence —
Painting in Kentucky
In Q4 2026, Kentucky has 6 active Painting Services opportunities distributed across 2 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Lynch commands 67% of all activity. Lynch, Grand Rivers together hold 100% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering Kentucky's Painting Services market should treat Lynch as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
Kentucky's Painting Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: National Park Service and Department of the Army together account for 67% of all awards worth $972K in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Kentucky must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. The vendor landscape shows moderate consolidation, with PROPERTY SCOPE INC, ALPHA CONTRACTORS GROUP INC, J. R. HORN CO LLC holding 60% of awards across 5 tracked contractors. While incumbents have an edge, the market regularly awards to new entrants.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Kentucky has 6 open painting contract opportunities as of 2026-10-19, with 0 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Lynch, Grand Rivers, Lexington.
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Open Opportunities
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Likely Recompetes
National Park Service
Top Agency
Lynch
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 | Lynch, KY (Refurbish QRI ARSR steel tower and building exterior) | Lynch | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS | — | SBA |
| 61 | Barkley Spillway Gate Machinery Painting | Grand Rivers | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST NASHVILLE.W072 ENDIST NASHVILLE | Jul 11, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Lynch, KY (Refurbish QRI ARSR steel tower and building exterior) | Lynch | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS | Oct 1, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Lynch, KY (Refurbish QRI ARSR steel tower and building exterior) | Lynch | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS | Oct 18, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Lynch, KY (Refurbish QRI ARSR steel tower and building exterior) | Lynch | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS | Oct 11, 2025 | SBA |
| 52 | Barkley Dam Spillway Gate Machinery Painting | Grand Rivers | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST NASHVILLE.W072 ENDIST NASHVILLE | May 11, 2026 | — |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No recompete candidates identified for Kentucky yet. | |||||
Across Kentucky, painting opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 6 active opportunities. Top cities include Lynch, Grand Rivers, Lexington.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| National Park Service | 3 | $218K |
| Department of the Army | 1 | $330K |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 1 | $260K |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 1 | $164K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Kentucky
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Lynch | 4 |
| Grand Rivers | 2 |
| Lexington | 0 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| London | 0 |
| Frankfort | 0 |
| Campbellsville | 0 |
| Big Creek | 0 |
| Buckhorn | 0 |
| Belton | 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 painting contracts are there in Kentucky?
Kentucky has 6 active federal painting opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for painting contracts in Kentucky?
Lynch, Grand Rivers, Lexington are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top painting contractors in Kentucky?
The leading incumbent vendors include PROPERTY SCOPE INC, ALPHA CONTRACTORS GROUP INC, J. R. HORN CO LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do painting contracts come up for rebid in Kentucky?
Most painting 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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