Engineering Government Contracts in Virginia
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Virginia.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Virginia
Across Virginia's 10 cities with active Engineering Services procurement in Q3 2026, three markets stand out: Norfolk, Unknown, GRASSY CREEK together capture 68% of 47 statewide opportunities. With Norfolk at 32%, the market is concentrated enough to reward geographic specialization but distributed enough that secondary markets remain viable for contractors building a Virginia presence.
Virginia's Engineering Services landscape in Q3 2026 is shaped by 10 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Norfolk and Unknown — captures 55% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including GRASSY CREEK and Suffolk adds another 22%, with the remaining 6 cities splitting 23% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Virginia gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
Virginia's Engineering Services procurement is controlled by a narrow agency base: Department of the Navy and U.S. Marshals Service together account for 61% of all awards worth $21.5B in total obligated spending. This dual-agency dominance means contractors in Virginia must build relationships with both to access the majority of contract dollars. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC, MAYVIN, INC. — hold 72% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
The recompete pipeline across Virginia shows 10 Engineering Services contracts approaching renewal, valued at an estimated $400.8M combined. Notably, 100% of these carry high takeover signals — a rate that suggests systemic dissatisfaction with incumbent performance or deliberate agency strategies to rotate vendors. Department of the Army drives the largest concentration of recompete activity, making it the key agency for contractors positioning for contract takeover.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Virginia has 50 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-09-01, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Norfolk, Unknown, GRASSY CREEK.
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Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Norfolk
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Virginia
Majority small-business: 72% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $400.8M.
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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 | C1DA--VISN 5 - INDEFINITE DELIVERY INDEFINITE QUANTITY ARCHITECT & ENGINEERING CONTRACT | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245) | Oct 1, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY MULTIPLE AWARD CONTRACT FOR MULTIDISCIPLINE ARCHITECT-ENGINEER (A-E) SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF NORFOLK DISTRICT | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION NORTH ATLANTIC.ENDIST NORFOLK.W2SD ENDIST NORFOLK | — | SBA |
| 69 | GSA OASIS 8(a) - PIER Fiber Maintenance | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK | Jul 22, 2026 | 8A |
| 69 | F108-- GAS MONITORING PROJECT SALEM VAMC | Salem | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246) | Jul 31, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | 7B20--Conference Room AV Equipment and Installation Upgrade Bay Pines | — | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248) | Jul 27, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 69 | GSA OASIS 8(a) - PIER Fiber Maintenance | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK | Jul 22, 2026 | 8A |
| 69 | GSA OASIS 8(a) - PIER Fiber Maintenance | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK | Jul 20, 2026 | 8A |
| 69 | Worldwide Environmental Engineering Services | GRASSY CREEK | STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM | Aug 17, 2026 | SBA |
| 69 | GSA OASIS 8(a) - PIER Fiber Maintenance | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Jul 20, 2026 | 8A |
| 69 | GSA OASIS 8(a) - PIER Fiber Maintenance | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK | Jul 20, 2026 | 8A |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | COPPER RIVER INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LLC | Mar 3, 2026 – Jul 1, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | DCS CORPORATION | Apr 21, 2026 – Aug 19, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Customs and Border Protection | MAYVIN, INC. | Apr 16, 2026 – Aug 14, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Transportation Security Administration | — | Apr 23, 2026 – Aug 21, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | EXPLOSIVE COUNTERMEASURES INTERNATIONAL INC | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | JANUS RESEARCH GROUP, LLC | May 9, 2026 – Sep 6, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES | Apr 27, 2026 – Aug 25, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Geological Survey | DAVIS MEMORIAL GOODWILL INDUSTRIES | May 2, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | REEFPOINT GROUP LLC | Apr 2, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | AMENTUM SERVICES, INC. | Apr 29, 2026 – Aug 27, 2026 | high |
Across Virginia, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 50 active opportunities. Top cities include Norfolk, Unknown, GRASSY CREEK.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 204 | $13760.1M |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 121 | $157.2M |
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 87 | $7473.2M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 60 | $58.0M |
| Federal Highway Administration | 59 | $85.0M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 73 |
| BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | 55 |
| MAYVIN, INC. | 53 |
| M. C. DEAN, INC. | 43 |
| SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | 29 |
Top Cities in Virginia
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Norfolk | 15 |
| Unknown | 11 |
| GRASSY CREEK | 6 |
| Suffolk | 4 |
| Winchester | 3 |
| Fort Eustis | 2 |
| Salem | 2 |
| Springfield | 2 |
| Hampton | 1 |
| Arlington | 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 Virginia?
Virginia 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 Virginia?
Norfolk, Unknown, GRASSY CREEK are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Virginia?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC, MAYVIN, INC.. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Virginia?
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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