Painting Government Contracts in North Carolina
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across North Carolina.
Market Intelligence —
Painting in North Carolina
Federal Painting Services procurement in North Carolina funnels disproportionately through Wilkesboro, which captures 50% of the state's 14 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Wilkesboro, Nags Head, Camp Lejeune — account for 86% of statewide activity across 4 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Wilkesboro is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In North Carolina's Painting Services sector, Wilkesboro dominates with 7 active opportunities (50% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Nags Head at 3 and Camp Lejeune at 2. The 2.3× gap between first and second place signals that Wilkesboro 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 North Carolina's Painting Services market: Department of the Army leads at 58% of awards, with Federal Aviation Administration at 17%. Together they represent 75% of the state's 12 recorded contract actions and $1.5M 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 — ACHUTI LLC, A & A HOLDINGS CORP, K&C CONTRACTORS, INC. — hold 71% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across North Carolina shows 3 Painting Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $75.0M 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.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
North Carolina has 14 open painting contract opportunities as of 2026-07-18, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Wilkesboro, Nags Head, Camp Lejeune.
14
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Wilkesboro
Top City
Key Insights —
Painting in North Carolina
Emerging activity: 1 new painting in north carolina opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $179K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 93% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $75.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 71% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | W. Kerr Scott Lake and Dam Bridge Repainting | Wilkesboro | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON | Mar 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | W. Kerr Scott Lake and Dam Bridge Repainting | Wilkesboro | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON | Mar 11, 2026 | SBA |
| 76 | W. Kerr Scott Lake and Dam Bridge Repainting | Wilkesboro | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON | Mar 13, 2026 | SBA |
| 65 | W. Kerr Scott Bridge Repainting | Wilkesboro | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON | Dec 16, 2025 | SBA |
| 59 | W. Kerr Scott Lake and Dam Bridge Repainting | Wilkesboro | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON | Mar 27, 2026 | SBA |
| 50 | Z--BLRI-EXTERIOR PAINTING MISC BUILDINGS | — | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER NORTH MABO (53000) | — | — |
| 34 | Building 1005 and 1005F Painting Project | Camp Lejeune | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC | — | SBA |
| 34 | Building 1005 and 1005F Painting Project | Camp Lejeune | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC | Jun 2, 2026 | SBA |
| 34 | Z1JZ--USCG Station Oregon Inlet Gutters and Exterior Painting | Nags Head | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE ELIZABETH CITY(00081) | Apr 24, 2026 | SBA |
| 34 | Z1JZ--USCG Station Oregon Inlet Gutters and Exterior Painting | Nags Head | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF | Apr 24, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE | Apr 4, 2026 – Aug 2, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | DSC-EMI MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | VALIANT GOVERNMENT SERVICES LLC | Feb 8, 2026 – Jun 8, 2026 | high |
Across North Carolina, painting opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 14 active opportunities. Top cities include Wilkesboro, Nags Head, Camp Lejeune.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 7 | $1.1M |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 2 | $60K |
| National Park Service | 1 | $163K |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 1 | $53K |
| Department of State | 1 | $75K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in North Carolina
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Wilkesboro | 7 |
| Nags Head | 3 |
| Camp Lejeune | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
| Cherry Point | 0 |
| Franklin | 0 |
| Wilmington | 0 |
| Asheville | 0 |
| Sneads Ferry | 0 |
| Nebo | 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 North Carolina?
North Carolina has 14 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 North Carolina?
Wilkesboro, Nags Head, Camp Lejeune are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top painting contractors in North Carolina?
The leading incumbent vendors include ACHUTI LLC, A & A HOLDINGS CORP, K&C CONTRACTORS, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do painting contracts come up for rebid in North Carolina?
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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