Engineering Government Contracts in North Carolina
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across North Carolina.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in North Carolina
North Carolina's Engineering Services market is highly concentrated: Salisbury alone accounts for 34% of the state's 50 active opportunities in Q3 2026, with Salisbury, Asheville, Durham collectively representing 68% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Salisbury to access the majority of deal flow, while the remaining 5 cities offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
The top Engineering Services markets in North Carolina as of Q3 2026 are: Salisbury (17 opportunities, 34% of state activity); Asheville (11 opportunities, 22% of state activity); Durham (6 opportunities, 12% of state activity). Salisbury leads by a factor of 1.5× over the second-ranked city, Asheville, reflecting federal installation density and agency office concentration in the Salisbury metro. The statewide average is 6 opportunities per city across 8 markets.
In North Carolina, Engineering Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of Veterans Affairs (56%) and U.S. Coast Guard (20%). With 76% of 75 total awards between them and $298.2M 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 — APOGEE CONSULTING GROUP, P.A., ATRIAX, P.L.L.C., HARRELL DESIGN GROUP PC — hold 74% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
North Carolina's Engineering Services recompete pipeline contains 3 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q3 2026, valued at an estimated $75.0M combined. 3 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 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
North Carolina has 50 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-07-14, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Salisbury, Asheville, Durham.
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Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Salisbury
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in North Carolina
Emerging activity: 2 new engineering in north carolina opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $6.7M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 76% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $75.0M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 74% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 76 | C1DA--Renovate Restrooms | Durham | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Mar 13, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | C222--Amendment to cancel before solicitation Provide Emergency Power 3rd Floor Labs | Salisbury | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | — | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | CH-53K HMHT-302 Training Program Curriculum Revisions - Sources Sought Notice | Jacksonville | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC TSD.NAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIV | Nov 20, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | CH-53K HMHT-302 Training Program Curriculum Revisions - Sources Sought Notice | Jacksonville | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVAIR.NAVAIR NAWC TSD.NAWC TRAINING SYSTEMS DIV | Nov 20, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | F103--Utility Critical Water Testing at Asheville VAMC | Asheville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Jul 7, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | F103--Utility Critical Water Testing at Asheville VAMC | Asheville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Jun 25, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | F108-- GAS MONITORING PROJECT (VA-26-00062487) | Asheville | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | May 29, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | C1NZ--659-26-700 | AE Replace Steam and Condensate Piping | Salisbury VAMC | Salisbury | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Apr 6, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | C1NZ--659-26-700 | AE Replace Steam and Condensate Piping | Salisbury VAMC | Salisbury | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Apr 17, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 65 | SV0187-25 Electrical Design | Butner | JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OF.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC.FEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INC | Nov 7, 2025 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | RESEARCH TRIANGLE INSTITUTE | Apr 4, 2026 – Aug 2, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | DSC-EMI MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS, LLC | Mar 2, 2026 – Jun 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | VALIANT GOVERNMENT SERVICES LLC | Feb 8, 2026 – Jun 8, 2026 | high |
Across North Carolina, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Salisbury, Asheville, Durham.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 42 | $181.3M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 15 | $108.6M |
| National Park Service | 8 | $1.2M |
| Federal Highway Administration | 6 | $5.5M |
| U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service | 4 | $1.5M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in North Carolina
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Salisbury | 17 |
| Asheville | 11 |
| Durham | 6 |
| Unknown | 5 |
| Cherry Point | 4 |
| Elizabeth City | 3 |
| Jacksonville | 2 |
| Butner | 2 |
| Franklin | 0 |
| Wilmington | 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 North Carolina?
North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
Salisbury, Asheville, Durham are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in North Carolina?
The leading incumbent vendors include APOGEE CONSULTING GROUP, P.A., ATRIAX, P.L.L.C., HARRELL DESIGN GROUP PC. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in North Carolina?
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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RecompeteIQ. (2026). Engineering Government Contracts in North Carolina. Retrieved 2026-07-14, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/nc/engineering-services
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