Engineering Government Contracts in Maryland
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Maryland.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Maryland
Maryland's Engineering Services market clusters around three primary hubs: Unknown, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Curtis Bay collectively account for 63% of the state's 49 opportunities in Q3 2026. No single city exceeds 33% market share, creating a multi-node market where contractors can build a diversified pipeline across 10 active cities without over-reliance on any one metro area. This balanced concentration rewards firms that establish presence in two or more hubs rather than betting on a single metro — geographic diversification reduces risk while maximizing bid volume.
In Maryland's Engineering Services sector, Unknown dominates with 16 active opportunities (33% of state volume) in Q3 2026, followed by Aberdeen Proving Ground at 9 and Curtis Bay at 6. The 1.8× 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.
In Maryland, Engineering Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of the Navy (35%) and National Institutes of Health (30%). With 65% of 327 total awards between them and $18.2B in obligated spending, these agencies define the competitive landscape. Contractors should align their capability statements and teaming strategies to these agencies' acquisition preferences. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, BAE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS & SERVICES INC., SECURITYHUNTER, INC. — hold 72% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Maryland's Engineering Services recompete pipeline contains 10 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q3 2026, valued at an estimated $729.6M combined. 10 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Social Security Administration accounts for the largest share of upcoming recompetes, making it the priority agency for displacement-focused contractors.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Maryland has 50 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Unknown, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Curtis Bay.
50
Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Unknown
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Maryland
High activity: 22 new engineering in maryland opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $3.2B in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 68% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $729.6M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 72% 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 | P-8A Follow-on Engineering Reach-back | St James | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR HQS.NAVAL AIR SYSTEMS COMMAND | Jul 15, 2026 | NONE |
| 72 | CDM-PSA Housing | Indian Head | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NSWC INDIAN HEAD DIVISION | Jul 24, 2026 | — |
| 69 | Fabrication, Design and Manufacturing IDIQ | Gaithersburg | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Jul 13, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Feasibility Study Tank | Bethesda | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NSWC CARDEROCK | Jun 29, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | USCGC DIAMONDBACK SHAFT SEAL TECH REP | Curtis Bay | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 3(00040) | Jun 19, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Ultrasonic Side Scan Testing Services | Curtis Bay | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 3(00040) | Jun 22, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | R425 - OPTEVFOR/VX-1 Technical and Analytical Support Services | St James | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK | Jun 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Ultrasonic Side Scan Testing Services | Curtis Bay | HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OF.US COAST GUARD.SFLC PROCUREMENT BRANCH 3(00040) | Jun 18, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | ATC Scientific and Engineering Requirement Solicitation | Aberdeen Proving Ground | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.AMC.ACC.ACC-CTRS.ACC-APG.W6QK ACC-APG | Jul 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | Fabrication, Design and Manufacturing IDIQ | Gaithersburg | COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF.NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY.DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST | Jul 7, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Social Security Administration | HBC MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. | Apr 18, 2026 – Aug 16, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences | C2 ALASKA, LLC | Mar 28, 2026 – Jul 26, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Social Security Administration | 3LINKS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | Jan 29, 2026 – May 29, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Institutes of Health | COMPUTERCRAFT CORPORATION | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | PSI PAX, INC. | Mar 28, 2026 – Jul 26, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | THE JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY APPLIED PHYSICS LABORATORY LLC | Apr 24, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | LOCKHEED MARTIN INTEGRATED SYSTEMS, LLC | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Coast Guard | INSIGHT TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, LLC | Apr 25, 2026 – Aug 23, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Food and Drug Administration | BIRDI SYSTEMS, INC. | Apr 24, 2026 – Aug 22, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Social Security Administration | LIFEBRIDGE HEALTH, INC. | Apr 26, 2026 – Aug 24, 2026 | high |
Across Maryland, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Unknown, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Curtis Bay.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 115 | $8533.7M |
| National Institutes of Health | 99 | $268.6M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 40 | $183.6M |
| Department of the Army | 38 | $4334.9M |
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 35 | $4890.1M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 38 |
| BAE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS & SERVICES INC. | 35 |
| SECURITYHUNTER, INC. | 19 |
| BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | 18 |
| RMF ENGINEERING, INC., P.C. | 18 |
Top Cities in Maryland
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 16 |
| Aberdeen Proving Ground | 9 |
| Curtis Bay | 6 |
| St James | 4 |
| Indian Head | 3 |
| Frederick | 3 |
| Bethesda | 3 |
| Gaithersburg | 2 |
| Rockville | 2 |
| Adelphi | 1 |
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 Maryland?
Maryland 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 Maryland?
Unknown, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Curtis Bay are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Maryland?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, BAE SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS & SERVICES INC., SECURITYHUNTER, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Maryland?
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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