Specialty Trades Government Contracts in Kentucky
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Kentucky.
Market Intelligence —
Specialty Trades in Kentucky
Kentucky's Specialty Trades Services market is highly concentrated: Mammoth Cave alone accounts for 44% of the state's 16 active opportunities in Q2 2026, with Mammoth Cave, Unknown, Louisville collectively representing 94% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Mammoth Cave to access the majority of deal flow, while the remaining 1 cities offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
In Kentucky's Specialty Trades Services sector, Mammoth Cave dominates with 7 active opportunities (44% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Unknown at 5 and Louisville at 3. The relatively close race between top cities indicates a competitive market where ranking shifts are common as new solicitations post. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Kentucky's Specialty Trades Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Army and National Park Service together account for 70% of all awards worth $2.2M 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 PARLIAMENT LLC, OCS-NCS JV, LLC, AJCE CORPORATION 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 16 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-06-02, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Mammoth Cave, Unknown, Louisville.
16
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Mammoth Cave
Top City
Key Insights —
Specialty Trades in Kentucky
Emerging activity: 1 new specialty trades in kentucky opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $227K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 75% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $21.1M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 60% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | Z--MACA - REHAB CAVE TRAILS | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | May 21, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Z--MACA - REHAB CAVE TRAILS | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | May 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | MACA - REHAB CAVE TRAILS | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | May 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Y1PZ--Project 603-26-103 - Repair Storm and Snow Damage | Louisville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Dec 2, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Y1PZ--Project 603-26-103 - Repair Storm and Snow Damage | Louisville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Dec 6, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Y1PZ--Project 603-26-103 - Repair Storm and Snow Damage | Louisville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Jan 6, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 59 | Bulkhead Placement w/ Crane Rental | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.LRD.W072 ENDIST NASHVILLE | — | SBA |
| 59 | Z--MACA - REPLACE VC EXTERIOR DOORS | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | Mar 30, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | MACA - REPLACE VC EXTERIOR DOORS | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | Mar 30, 2026 | SBA |
| 54 | Z--MACA - REPLACE VC EXTERIOR DOORS | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Public Buildings Service | KING & GEORGE, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Kentucky, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 16 active opportunities. Top cities include Mammoth Cave, Unknown, Louisville.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 15 | $997K |
| National Park Service | 8 | $687K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 5 | $400K |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 3 | $75K |
| Forest Service | 2 | $37K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Kentucky
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Mammoth Cave | 7 |
| Unknown | 5 |
| Louisville | 3 |
| Glasgow | 1 |
| Lexington | 0 |
| London | 0 |
| Frankfort | 0 |
| Campbellsville | 0 |
| Big Creek | 0 |
| Buckhorn | 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 Kentucky?
Kentucky has 16 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 Kentucky?
Mammoth Cave, Unknown, Louisville are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in Kentucky?
The leading incumbent vendors include PARLIAMENT LLC, OCS-NCS JV, LLC, AJCE CORPORATION. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in Kentucky?
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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