Specialty Trades Government Contracts in Virginia
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Virginia.
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Specialty Trades in Virginia
Federal Specialty Trades Services procurement in Virginia funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 40% of the state's 20 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Norfolk, Richmond — account for 70% of statewide activity across 6 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.
Virginia's Specialty Trades Services landscape in Q3 2026 is shaped by 6 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Unknown and Norfolk — captures 55% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including Richmond and GRASSY CREEK adds another 30%, with the remaining 2 cities splitting 15% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Virginia gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
In Virginia, Specialty Trades Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Navy (43%) and Department of the Army (19%). With 63% of 159 total awards between them and $36.1M in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — HERCULES FENCE COMPANY, INC., HERITAGE INTERIORS LLC, KELLY COVE, INC. — hold 84% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Virginia shows 10 Specialty Trades Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $551.2M 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. Department of the Navy drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Virginia has 20 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Norfolk, Richmond.
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Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Specialty Trades in Virginia
Emerging activity: 4 new specialty trades in virginia opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $154K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 60% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $551.2M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 84% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65 | USCG Station Milford Haven Security Fence Installation | Hudgins | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.BASE PORTSMOUTH(00027) | Sep 24, 2025 | SBA |
| 64 | W912PM-26-Q-A040 John H. Kerr Dam ADAS Piezometer | Boydton | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST WILMINGTON.W074 ENDIST WILMINGTON | Jul 24, 2026 | — |
| 61 | Defense Supply Center Richmond(DSCR) Perimeter Fence Repair | GRASSY CREEK | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DCSO.DCSO RICHMOND.DCSO RICHMOND DIVISION #1 | Jul 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Defense Supply Center Richmond(DSCR) Perimeter Fence Repair | GRASSY CREEK | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DCSO.DCSO RICHMOND.DCSO RICHMOND DIVISION #1 | Jul 6, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | DSCR South Perimeter Fence Erosion Repair | Richmond | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DCSO.DCSO RICHMOND.DCSO RICHMOND DIVISION #1 | Jun 21, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | DSCR South Perimeter Fence Erosion Repair | Richmond | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DCSO.DCSO RICHMOND.DCSO RICHMOND DIVISION #1 | Jun 21, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | DSCR South Perimeter Fence Erosion Repair | Richmond | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY.DCSO.DCSO RICHMOND.DCSO RICHMOND DIVISION #1 | May 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Repair Interior B768 | GRASSY CREEK | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.NATIONAL GUARD BUREAU.JFHQ USPFO VA.USPFO VA PROCUREMENT.W7N5 USPFO ACTIVITY VAANG 192 | Apr 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 60 | N4008526B0011 - INDEFINITE DELIVERY INDEFINITE QUANTITY (IDIQ) REGIONAL FENCE MAINTENANCE/CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE HAMPTON ROADS, VIRGINIA, AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVFAC.NAVFAC ATLANTIC CMD.NAVFAC MID-ATLANTIC.NAVFACSYSCOM MID-ATLANTIC | Aug 4, 2026 | NONE |
| 59 | Parking Lot Repair and Restriping Services ALTESS | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.MISSION & INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND.FDO EUSTIS.W6QM MICC FT GREGG-ADAMS | — | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | COPPER RIVER INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LLC | Mar 3, 2026 – Jul 1, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of State | OBSIDIAN SOLUTIONS GROUP LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | DCS CORPORATION | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | MAYVIN, INC. | Apr 16, 2026 – Aug 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Transportation Security Administration | VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC | Apr 23, 2026 – Aug 21, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | EXPLOSIVE COUNTERMEASURES INTERNATIONAL INC | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES | Apr 27, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | REEFPOINT GROUP LLC | Apr 2, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | RITE-SOLUTIONS, INC. | Apr 29, 2026 – Aug 27, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | FALCONWOOD | Apr 30, 2026 – Aug 28, 2026 | high |
Across Virginia, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 20 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Norfolk, Richmond.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 69 | $2.9M |
| Department of the Army | 31 | $21.7M |
| Defense Logistics Agency | 27 | $3.2M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 20 | $5.1M |
| National Park Service | 12 | $3.2M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Virginia
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 8 |
| Norfolk | 3 |
| Richmond | 3 |
| GRASSY CREEK | 3 |
| Hudgins | 2 |
| Boydton | 1 |
| Quantico | 0 |
| Hampton | 0 |
| Fort Myer | 0 |
| Falls Church | 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 Virginia?
Virginia has 20 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 Virginia?
Unknown, Norfolk, Richmond are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in Virginia?
The leading incumbent vendors include HERCULES FENCE COMPANY, INC., HERITAGE INTERIORS LLC, KELLY COVE, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in Virginia?
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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