Engineering Government Contracts in Colorado
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Colorado.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Colorado
Federal Engineering Services procurement in Colorado funnels disproportionately through Colorado Springs, which captures 48% of the state's 25 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Colorado Springs, Unknown, Boulder — account for 88% of statewide activity across 5 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Colorado Springs is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In Colorado's Engineering Services sector, Colorado Springs dominates with 12 active opportunities (48% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Unknown at 7 and Boulder at 3. The 1.7× gap between first and second place signals that Colorado Springs 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.
Two agencies shape Colorado's Engineering Services market: Federal Highway Administration leads at 44% of awards, with National Park Service at 23%. Together they represent 67% of the state's 132 recorded contract actions and $2.9B in total spending. Winning with either agency provides the past-performance foundation to compete for the other's work. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, HDR ENGINEERING, INC., STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC. — hold 82% 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
Colorado has 25 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-05-30, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Colorado Springs, Unknown, Boulder.
25
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Federal Highway Administration
Top Agency
Colorado Springs
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Colorado
Emerging activity: 4 new engineering in colorado opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $910K in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 60% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $88.4M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 82% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 68 | Medium-Voltage Direct Current Filter | Arvada | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF | Jun 26, 2026 | NONE |
| 68 | Medium-Voltage Direct Current Filter | Arvada | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ALLIANCE FOR ENERGY INNOVATION, LLC - DOE CONTRACTOR | Jun 26, 2026 | NONE |
| 65 | Notice of Intent to Sole Source - USAFA Cadet Chapel Title I Design Services | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY.FA7000 10 CONS LGC | Sep 30, 2025 | NONE |
| 65 | Wideband and Narrowband Global SATCOM Sustainment (WNGSS) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND.SPACE AND MISSILE CENTER.SPACE SYSTEMS2.FA8820 SUSTAINMENT SDACP SSC/PKL | Oct 14, 2025 | NONE |
| 65 | Wideband and Narrowband Global SATCOM Sustainment (WNGSS) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND.SPACE AND MISSILE CENTER.SPACE SYSTEMS2.FA8820 SUSTAINMENT SDACP SSC/PKL | Oct 14, 2025 | NONE |
| 65 | Wideband and Narrowband Global SATCOM Sustainment (WNGSS) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND.SPACE AND MISSILE CENTER.SPACE SYSTEMS2.FA8820 SUSTAINMENT SDACP SSC/PKL | Oct 14, 2025 | NONE |
| 65 | Multiple-Award Architect-Engineer Services | Boulder | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Jan 16, 2026 | NONE |
| 62 | FA221726CB001 | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.FA2217 COCOM C2 AFLCMC/HBC | — | — |
| 62 | Global Sensor Management Bridge | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND.FA2518 USSF SPOC/SAIO | — | — |
| 62 | CORVUS SAGE Support | Colorado Springs | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE SPACE COMMAND.FA2518 USSF SPOC/SAIO | — | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Federal Acquisition Service | PERATON TECHNOLOGY SERVICES INC. | Dec 29, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Colorado, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 25 active opportunities. Top cities include Colorado Springs, Unknown, Boulder.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Federal Highway Administration | 58 | $28.4M |
| National Park Service | 31 | $14.3M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 15 | $22.7M |
| Department of the Air Force | 14 | $2756.9M |
| Bureau of Reclamation | 14 | $28.6M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 33 |
| HDR ENGINEERING, INC. | 23 |
| STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC. | 12 |
| ROCKSOL CONSULTING GROUP, INC. | 8 |
| LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | 7 |
Top Cities in Colorado
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Colorado Springs | 12 |
| Unknown | 7 |
| Boulder | 3 |
| Arvada | 2 |
| Greenwood Village | 1 |
| USAF Academy | 0 |
| Creede | 0 |
| Aurora | 0 |
| Springfield | 0 |
| Denver | 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 engineering contracts are there in Colorado?
Colorado has 25 active federal engineering opportunities right now. RecompeteIQ tracks and ranks all opportunities daily from SAM.gov.
What are the top cities for engineering contracts in Colorado?
Colorado Springs, Unknown, Boulder are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Colorado?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, HDR ENGINEERING, INC., STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Colorado?
Most engineering 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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