Federal Specialty Trade (Other) Contracts in California
California has 8 federal Specialty Trade (Other) awards tracked in the last 120 days, totaling $4.5M across 5 unique firms — with 1 open bid currently accepting proposals. The Agriculture, Department of leads activity with 75% of recent awards.
The federal specialty trade market in California (NAICS 238990) has tracked 8 awards worth $4.5M over the last 120 days, with only 5 unique firms winning work. This is a highly concentrated market dominated by the Department of Agriculture, which accounts for 75% of all awards. Over the full database history, 9 awards totaling $9.0M have been issued, indicating modest but consistent opportunity. The top performer, Ashish Biswas, captured 2 wins and $1.4M in the recent period—representing 31% of all contract value. For contractors evaluating entry, the narrow winner pool and agriculture sector focus suggest that specialized capabilities aligned with USDA project needs, combined with established relationships, are critical competitive advantages.
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Frequently asked questions
who wins federal specialty trade contracts in California+
Ashish Biswas is the leading winner in the past 120 days with 2 awards totaling $1.4M. Only 5 unique firms have won work in this market recently, indicating a concentrated competitor base.
what federal agency awards the most specialty trade contracts in California+
The Department of Agriculture is the leading agency, accounting for 75% of all awards in the market. This makes USDA the primary focus for contractors pursuing federal specialty trade work in the state.
how much money is being awarded in federal specialty trade contracts California+
In the last 120 days, $4.5M was awarded across 8 contracts. Historically, the market has issued 9 total awards worth $9.0M, indicating modest but steady opportunity.
how many contractors win federal specialty trade bids in California+
Only 5 unique firms won awards in the last 120 days, showing this is a highly concentrated market with limited competition among active winners.
what is the average federal specialty trade contract size California+
The average contract in the last 120 days was $562,500 ($4.5M ÷ 8 awards), with the largest single award to Ashish Biswas at $1.4M for 2 wins.
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