Waste Collection Government Contracts in Puerto Rico
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Puerto Rico.
Market Intelligence —
Waste Collection in Puerto Rico
Federal Waste Collection Services procurement in Puerto Rico funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 40% of the state's 10 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Fort Buchanan, Aguadilla — account for 80% 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 Puerto Rico's Waste Collection Services sector, Unknown dominates with 4 active opportunities (40% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Fort Buchanan at 2 and Aguadilla at 2. The 2.0× 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.
Across Puerto Rico, Waste Collection Services procurement distributes across 5 buying agencies, led by U.S. Coast Guard (35%), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (22%), FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS (22%). With U.S. Coast Guard at 35% market share and $4.5M in total state spending, the market offers a balance of focused and diversified strategies — contractors can specialize in the top agency or build a broader pipeline across multiple buyers. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — ARB, INC., TRADEWINDS MECHANICAL L.L.C, EC WASTE LLC — hold 75% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 3 Waste Collection Services contracts in Puerto Rico are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $104.9M combined. Of these, 3 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Puerto Rico pipeline, these recompetes represent the highest-probability wins: existing requirements with defined scopes, incumbent performance data on record, and established funding lines.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Puerto Rico has 10 open waste collection contract opportunities as of 2026-06-01, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Fort Buchanan, Aguadilla.
10
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
U.S. Coast Guard
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Waste Collection in Puerto Rico
Emerging activity: 1 new waste collection in puerto rico opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $2.2M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $104.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 75% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67 | USCG Base San Juan PR Refuse and Recycling Collection Services | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.LOG-9 | — | SBA |
| 67 | USCG Borinquen Refuse and Recycling | Aguadilla | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.LOG-9 | — | HZC |
| 67 | PRNG Waste Management Services | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO PR.USPFO PR PROCUREMENT.W7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNG | — | SBA |
| 61 | Trash/Waste Removal Service- Fajardo Marine Unit; Ceiba, Puerto Rico | Ceiba | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | May 21, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Waste Management Service PR | San Juan | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Jan 20, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | USCG Borinquen Refuse and Recycling | Aguadilla | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.LOG-9 | Feb 26, 2026 | HZC |
| 59 | PRNG Waste Management Services | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO PR.USPFO PR PROCUREMENT.W7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNG | Mar 25, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | PRNG Waste Management Services | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO PR.USPFO PR PROCUREMENT.W7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNG | Mar 25, 2026 | SBA |
| — | Trash/Waste Removal Service - Ramey BPS, Puerto Rico (amended) | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION.BORDER ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTING DIVISION | Jul 15, 2025 | SBA |
| — | Base Borinquen Refuse and Recycling | — | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.LOG-9 | Sep 19, 2025 | HZC |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | OS-DB-JV-2 LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | ONE CORPS, INC. | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Emergency Management Agency | AGMA SECURITY SERVICE INC | Jan 26, 2026 – May 26, 2026 | high |
Across Puerto Rico, waste collection opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 10 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Fort Buchanan, Aguadilla.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Coast Guard | 13 | $1.9M |
| U.S. Customs and Border Protection | 8 | $160K |
| FEDERAL PRISON SYSTEM / BUREAU OF PRISONS | 8 | $275K |
| Federal Emergency Management Agency | 5 | $324K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 3 | $1.8M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Puerto Rico
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 Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico has 10 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 Puerto Rico?
Unknown, Fort Buchanan, Aguadilla are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top waste collection contractors in Puerto Rico?
The leading incumbent vendors include ARB, INC., TRADEWINDS MECHANICAL L.L.C, EC WASTE LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do waste collection contracts come up for rebid in Puerto Rico?
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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