Specialty Trades Government Contracts in Puerto Rico
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Puerto Rico.
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Specialty Trades in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico's Specialty Trades Services market is highly concentrated: Fort Buchanan alone accounts for 86% of the state's 7 active opportunities in Q2 2026, with Fort Buchanan, Vieques collectively representing 100% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Fort Buchanan to access the majority of deal flow, while secondary markets offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
Puerto Rico's Specialty Trades Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Army and Drug Enforcement Administration together account for 74% of all awards worth $2.5M in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Puerto Rico 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 — ADVANTIX ENGINEERING CORP, LOPEZ, DANIEL, POWER & INSTRUMENTATION SERVICES INC — hold 84% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Puerto Rico has 7 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-04-17, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Fort Buchanan, Vieques, Aguadilla.
7
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Army
Top Agency
Fort Buchanan
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Repair and Installation of Fences and Gates | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FORT BUCHANAN (RC) | — | 8A |
| 61 | Repair and Installation of Fences and Gates | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FORT BUCHANAN (RC) | Oct 20, 2025 | 8A |
| 61 | Repair and Installation of Fences and Gates | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.418TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FORT BUCHANAN (RC) | Feb 3, 2026 | 8A |
| 61 | Repair and Installation of Fences and Gates | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FORT BUCHANAN (RC) | Feb 20, 2026 | 8A |
| 61 | REQUEST FOR INFORMATION AND MARKET SURVEY TO PROVIDE AND INSTALL RADAR SYSTEM AND CAMERA AT THE MAST OP-1 SITE IN VIEQUES, PR | Vieques | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION.6973GH FRANCHISE ACQUISITION SVCS | Jan 16, 2026 | NONE |
| 61 | Repair and Installation of Fences and Gates | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FORT BUCHANAN (RC) | Feb 20, 2026 | 8A |
| 61 | Repair and Installation of Fences and Gates | Fort Buchanan | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.419TH CSB.W6QM MICC-FORT BUCHANAN (RC) | Feb 18, 2026 | 8A |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of Veterans Affairs | OS-DB-JV-2 LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Federal Emergency Management Agency | AGMA SECURITY SERVICE INC | Jan 26, 2026 – May 26, 2026 | high |
Across Puerto Rico, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 7 active opportunities. Top cities include Fort Buchanan, Vieques, Aguadilla.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Army | 17 | $185K |
| Drug Enforcement Administration | 6 | $52K |
| U.S. Customs and Border Protection | 4 | $2.0M |
| Agricultural Research Service | 2 | $202K |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 2 | $122K |
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 specialty trades contracts are there in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico has 7 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 Puerto Rico?
Fort Buchanan, Vieques, Aguadilla are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in Puerto Rico?
The leading incumbent vendors include ADVANTIX ENGINEERING CORP, LOPEZ, DANIEL, POWER & INSTRUMENTATION SERVICES INC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in Puerto Rico?
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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