Specialty Trades Government Contracts in West Virginia
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across West Virginia.
Market Intelligence —
Specialty Trades in West Virginia
In Q2 2026, West Virginia has 10 active Specialty Trades Services opportunities distributed across 3 cities, but the market is top-heavy: Wheeling commands 80% of all activity. Wheeling, Unknown, East Lynn together hold 100% of statewide deal flow. Contractors entering West Virginia's Specialty Trades Services market should treat Wheeling as the primary beachhead before expanding to secondary markets.
The top Specialty Trades Services markets in West Virginia as of Q2 2026 are: Wheeling (8 opportunities, 80% of state activity); Unknown (1 opportunities, 10% of state activity); East Lynn (1 opportunities, 10% of state activity). Wheeling leads by a factor of 8.0× over the second-ranked city, Unknown, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Wheeling metro. The statewide average is 3 opportunities per city across 3 markets.
No single agency dominates West Virginia's Specialty Trades Services procurement: the largest buyer — Forest Service — holds just 25% of 24 awards totaling $3.5M. With 5 active buying agencies, the market rewards contractors who can manage a portfolio of smaller contracts across multiple agency relationships rather than depending on one large vehicle. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — PANHANDLE CLEANING & RESTORATION, INC, AAA SEPTIC TANK SERVICES, INC., THE ALONSO GROUP, LLC — hold 69% 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
West Virginia has 10 open specialty trades contract opportunities as of 2026-04-17, with 1 likely recompete identified. Top markets include Wheeling, Unknown, East Lynn.
10
Open Opportunities
1
Likely Recompetes
Forest Service
Top Agency
Wheeling
Top City
Key Insights —
Specialty Trades in West Virginia
Majority small-business: 100% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
1 incumbent-held contract is approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $28.9M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 69% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74 | 5660--DESIGN-BUILD CONSTRUCTION FOR UPGRADE PERIMETER SECURITY VA MEDICAL CENTER (VAMC), MARTINSBURG, WV | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF CONSTRUCTION & FACILITIES MGMT (36C10F) | Mar 18, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing for Pike Island Locks and Dam | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | — | SBA |
| 63 | Pike Island Locks and Dam Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | — | SBA |
| 63 | Pike Island Locks and Dam Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | — | SBA |
| 61 | Pike Island Locks and Dam Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | Jan 13, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Pike Island Locks and Dam Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | Jan 13, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Pike Island Locks and Dam Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | Jan 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing for Pike Island Locks and Dam | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | Jan 21, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Bulkhead Slot Coring and Wiresawing for Pike Island Locks and Dam | Wheeling | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST PITTSBURGH.W072 ENDIST PITTSBURGH | Jan 21, 2026 | SBA |
| 59 | W91237-25-Q-A069 USACE HUNTINGTON DISTRICT EAST LYNN FENCE REHAB | East Lynn | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.W072 ENDIST HUNTINGTON | — | SBA |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | NVE, INC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across West Virginia, specialty trades opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 10 active opportunities. Top cities include Wheeling, Unknown, East Lynn.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Service | 6 | $225K |
| Department of the Army | 5 | $2.4M |
| National Park Service | 5 | $329K |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 4 | $435K |
| Department of Energy | 4 | $156K |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in West Virginia
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Wheeling | 8 |
| Unknown | 1 |
| East Lynn | 1 |
| Morgantown | 0 |
| Clarksburg | 0 |
| Huntington | 0 |
| Romney | 0 |
| Beaver | 0 |
| Glenville | 0 |
| Dunbar | 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 West Virginia?
West Virginia has 10 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 West Virginia?
Wheeling, Unknown, East Lynn are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top specialty trades contractors in West Virginia?
The leading incumbent vendors include PANHANDLE CLEANING & RESTORATION, INC, AAA SEPTIC TANK SERVICES, INC., THE ALONSO GROUP, LLC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do specialty trades contracts come up for rebid in West 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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