Engineering Government Contracts in Kentucky
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Kentucky.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Kentucky
Federal Engineering Services procurement in Kentucky funnels disproportionately through Unknown, which captures 76% of the state's 50 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Unknown, Lexington, Fort Campbell — account for 88% of statewide activity across 7 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.
In Kentucky's Engineering Services sector, Unknown dominates with 38 active opportunities (76% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Lexington at 3 and Fort Campbell at 3. The 12.7× gap between first and second place signals that Unknown 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 Kentucky's Engineering Services market: Department of Veterans Affairs leads at 48% of awards, with National Park Service at 30%. Together they represent 78% of the state's 27 recorded contract actions and $491.0M 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 — GROFF ENGINEERING & CONSULTING PLLC, Unknown, RDC JPA ARCHITECTURE, L.L.L.P. — hold 67% 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
Kentucky has 50 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-09-04, with 0 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Lexington, Fort Campbell.
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Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Kentucky
Majority small-business: 82% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 67% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72 | Fort Campbell - Aircraft Maintenance Hangar | Fort Campbell | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | Mar 13, 2026 | NONE |
| 72 | Fort Campbell - Aircraft Maintenance Hangar | Fort Campbell | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.ENDIST LOUISVILLE.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | Mar 13, 2026 | NONE |
| 62 | A-E MATOCS - MVD Upper Three Districts - $200 Mil Capacity | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.USACE.MVD.W07V ENDIST ST PAUL | — | NONE |
| 61 | C1DA--Project # 596A4-26-101 A/E Activate Hybrid Operating Rooms 7 & 8 | Lexington | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Oct 20, 2025 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | C1DA--596-26-2-5744-0001 - Replace & Repair Facade on Buildings | Lexington | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Jan 9, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | C1DA--596-26-106 Renovate & Repair B-28 Ground for SPS | Lexington | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.249-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 9 (36C249) | Jan 31, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 60 | COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS FOR SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES - TRAINING, TESTING AND TRANSITION SERVICES (SOF-T Serve) | Orlando | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-ORLANDO.W6QK ACC-ORLANDO | Jun 1, 2026 | NONE |
| 58 | C--Provide Architect/Engineering (A/E) Professional Services - MACA Pre-design to Stabilize Retaining Walls | Mammoth Cave | INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE.NATIONAL PARK SERVICE.SER EAST MABO(51000) | — | — |
| 52 | Pre-Solicitation Notice - Air Force Reserve Combined A-E IDIQ | Lebanon | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | Oct 16, 2025 | — |
| 52 | Pre-Solicitation Notice - Air Force Reserve Combined A-E IDIQ | Lebanon | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION GREAT LAKES AND OHIO.W072 ENDIST LOUISVILLE | Oct 31, 2025 | — |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
No recompete candidates identified for Kentucky yet. | |||||
Across Kentucky, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Lexington, Fort Campbell.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 13 | $4.1M |
| National Park Service | 8 | $3.4M |
| Internal Revenue Service | 3 | $413K |
| Federal Highway Administration | 2 | $900K |
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 1 | $482.2M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Kentucky
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 38 |
| Lexington | 3 |
| Fort Campbell | 3 |
| Richmond | 2 |
| Lebanon | 2 |
| Mammoth Cave | 1 |
| Orlando | 1 |
| London | 0 |
| Frankfort | 0 |
| Campbellsville | 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 Kentucky?
Kentucky has 50 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 Kentucky?
Unknown, Lexington, Fort Campbell are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Kentucky?
The leading incumbent vendors include GROFF ENGINEERING & CONSULTING PLLC, Unknown, RDC JPA ARCHITECTURE, L.L.L.P.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Kentucky?
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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