Engineering Government Contracts in Rhode Island
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Rhode Island.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Rhode Island
Two agencies shape Rhode Island's Engineering Services market: Department of the Navy leads at 50% of awards, with Defense Contract Management Agency at 14%. Together they represent 64% of the state's 28 recorded contract actions and $947.5M 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 — SEACORP, LLC, Unknown, MCLAUGHLIN RESEARCH CORPORATION — hold 71% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Rhode Island's Engineering Services recompete pipeline contains 3 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $127.1M combined. 3 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Navy 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
Rhode Island has 7 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-05-01, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include NEWPORT, Providence, Cranston.
7
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
NEWPORT
Top City
Top Opportunities This Week
| Score↕ | Title↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Due Date↕ | Set-Aside↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62 | NUWC Newport Electromagnetic Special Programs Synopsis | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | — | NONE |
| 61 | UPGRADE SENSOR ASSEMBLIES | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | Jan 9, 2026 | SBA |
| 61 | Code 70 Business Services - Advance Notice | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | Feb 17, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 61 | Code 70 Business Services - Advance Notice | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | Feb 24, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 60 | Synopsis- Sole Source - Integrated Communication Systems (ICS) | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | Apr 17, 2026 | NONE |
| 59 | Code 70 Business Services Seaport Task Order Solicitation | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | Mar 31, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| — | RFI- Sole Source - Integrated Communication Systems (ICS) | NEWPORT | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.NAVSEA WARFARE CENTER.NUWC DIV NEWPORT | Mar 12, 2026 | NONE |
Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | RITE-SOLUTIONS, INC. | Dec 14, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SOLUTIONS, INCORPORATED | Dec 14, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | SEACORP, LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
Across Rhode Island, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 7 active opportunities. Top cities include NEWPORT, Providence, Cranston.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 14 | $714.2M |
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 4 | $221.3M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 4 | $7.8M |
| Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services | 3 | $2.3M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 3 | $1.8M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| SEACORP, LLC | 5 |
| Unknown | 4 |
| MCLAUGHLIN RESEARCH CORPORATION | 3 |
| PARE CORP | 3 |
| MIKEL INC | 2 |
Top Cities in Rhode Island
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| NEWPORT | 7 |
| Providence | 0 |
| Cranston | 0 |
| Unknown | 0 |
| Woonsocket | 0 |
| East Greenwich | 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.
Read full methodologyExplore Other States
Other Services in Rhode Island
Frequently Asked Questions
How many engineering contracts are there in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island has 7 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 Rhode Island?
NEWPORT, Providence, Cranston are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Rhode Island?
The leading incumbent vendors include SEACORP, LLC, Unknown, MCLAUGHLIN RESEARCH CORPORATION. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Rhode Island?
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.
How can I get notified about new opportunities?
Sign up for the weekly Opportunity Radar to receive a ranked shortlist of the top opportunities across Rhode Island.
Cite this page
APA
RecompeteIQ. (2026). Engineering Government Contracts in Rhode Island. Retrieved 2026-05-01, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/ri/engineering-services
Chicago
RecompeteIQ. "Engineering Government Contracts in Rhode Island." Accessed 2026-05-01. https://recompeteiq.com/state/ri/engineering-services.
Never miss a Rhode Island contract again
Scored opportunities, recompete alerts, and incumbent intel — free for 7 days, no credit card required.
Start Your Free Trial