Engineering Government Contracts in Massachusetts
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Massachusetts.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Massachusetts
Federal Engineering Services procurement in Massachusetts funnels disproportionately through Pittsfield, which captures 44% of the state's 50 opportunities as of Q3 2026. The top 3 markets — Pittsfield, Unknown, Hanscom AFB — account for 88% of statewide activity across 8 cities with federal contract flow. For market-entry strategy, Pittsfield is the gateway: winning work there builds the past performance and agency relationships needed to expand statewide.
In Massachusetts's Engineering Services sector, Pittsfield dominates with 22 active opportunities (44% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Unknown at 16 and Hanscom AFB at 6. The relatively close race between top cities indicates a competitive market where ranking shifts are common as new solicitations post. Contractors should track how these rankings evolve seasonally, as federal fiscal year-end (September) often reshuffles city-level activity.
Federal Engineering Services buying in Massachusetts fragments across 5 agencies, with Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation leading at just 29% of 140 total awards. This broad distribution means no single agency relationship is make-or-break — contractors can build a diversified Massachusetts pipeline across multiple buyers, accessing a combined $14.1B in obligated spending. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION — hold 83% 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
Massachusetts has 50 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-07-10, with 2 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Pittsfield, Unknown, Hanscom AFB.
50
Open Opportunities
2
Likely Recompetes
Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation
Top Agency
Pittsfield
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Massachusetts
Emerging activity: 3 new engineering in massachusetts opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $407.2M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 62% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
2 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $96.5M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 83% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75 | FY28 FIRE CONTROL STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS (SSP) DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINMENT, PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS SUPPORT | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.PAE STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | Jul 12, 2026 | NONE |
| 67 | Crash Preventability Determination Program Support | — | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY.6913G6 VOLPE NATL TRANS SYS CNTR | — | SBA |
| 62 | C1DB--631-24-001 A/E Renovate and Expand Dental Services | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241) | — | — |
| 62 | Pega Products and Ancillary Services | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC RI.W6QK ACC-RI | — | — |
| 62 | Power Converter Refresh | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | — | NONE |
| 62 | DCSS Console Display Refresh | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | — | NONE |
| 62 | US & UK Weapon Control Systems Spares and Special Support Equipment | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | — | NONE |
| 62 | Missile Defense AE Services IDC 5.0 Multiple Award IDC | — | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.SCO ALEXANDRIA.SUPPORT CENTER HUNTSVILLE.W2V6 USA ENG SPT CTR HUNTSVIL | — | NONE |
| 61 | Engineering Services to Conduct ARC Fault Assessment in FEMA Region 1 Federal Regional Center | Maynard | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.REGION 1 | Aug 27, 2025 | SBA |
| 61 | Transportation Technology & Engineering Mission Solutions (TTEMS) | Cambridge | TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF.OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY.6913G6 VOLPE NATL TRANS SYS CNTR | Oct 1, 2025 | NONE |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Defense Contract Management Agency | EASTERN RESEARCH GROUP INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. | Jan 31, 2026 – May 31, 2026 | high |
Across Massachusetts, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Pittsfield, Unknown, Hanscom AFB.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation | 40 | $58.7M |
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 37 | $4922.0M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 28 | $26.0M |
| Department of the Navy | 24 | $9054.2M |
| Public Buildings Service | 11 | $3.9M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Massachusetts
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Pittsfield | 22 |
| Unknown | 16 |
| Hanscom AFB | 6 |
| Cambridge | 2 |
| Maynard | 1 |
| Natick | 1 |
| Concord | 1 |
| Dedham | 1 |
| Quincy | 0 |
| Boston | 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 Massachusetts?
Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts?
Pittsfield, Unknown, Hanscom AFB are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Massachusetts?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Massachusetts?
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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