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 45% of the state's 33 opportunities as of Q2 2026. The top 3 markets — Pittsfield, Hanscom AFB, Unknown — account for 85% of statewide activity across 7 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 15 active opportunities (45% of state volume) in Q2 2026, followed by Hanscom AFB at 9 and Unknown at 4. The 1.7× gap between first and second place signals that Pittsfield 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.
The buying landscape for Engineering Services in Massachusetts centers on Defense Contract Management Agency (34%), Department of the Navy (22%), Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation (21%), spanning 110 total contract actions worth $14.0B. Defense Contract Management Agency's 34% market share makes it the priority target, but the remaining 4 agencies provide enough alternative deal flow to support a multi-agency pursuit strategy. On the vendor side, the market is incumbent-heavy: the top 3 contractors — Unknown, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC — hold 81% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Looking ahead, 4 Engineering Services contracts in Massachusetts are entering recompete windows, valued at an estimated $166.3M combined. Of these, 4 carry high takeover signals — meaning the incumbent's position is vulnerable based on the agency's historical vendor switching patterns. For contractors planning their Massachusetts pipeline, these recompetes represent the highest-probability wins: existing requirements with defined scopes, incumbent performance data on record, and established funding lines.
Analysis computed from SAM.gov and USAspending.gov data · Updated daily
Massachusetts has 33 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-04-19, with 4 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Pittsfield, Hanscom AFB, Unknown.
33
Open Opportunities
4
Likely Recompetes
Defense Contract Management Agency
Top Agency
Pittsfield
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Massachusetts
Steady activity: 8 new engineering in massachusetts opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $405.4M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 76% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
4 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $166.3M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 81% 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 | MULTIPLEXED BUS INTERFACE 2 | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | Apr 24, 2026 | NONE |
| 75 | CCF TURNAROUND, FC TEST DESCRIPTION, DCSS RF, AND SP21 REPAIR | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | Apr 24, 2026 | NONE |
| 72 | 015 Power Converter Modernization BOA | Pittsfield | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.SSP.STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMS | May 2, 2026 | NONE |
| 72 | MAF TDL SAOS Request for Information | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE | May 1, 2026 | — |
| 72 | MAF TDL SAOS Request for Information | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE | May 1, 2026 | — |
| 72 | Notice of Contract Action: Mobility Air Force Tactical Data Link (MAF-TDL) | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA2291 AFLCMC C3NK | May 1, 2026 | — |
| 72 | Radio System Upgrade (RSU) for International Airborne Advance Warning and Control System (AWACS) | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.INTELLIGENCE, SURVEILLANCE, RECONNAISSANCE - SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES.FA2363 FMS AWACS AFLCMC/HBI | May 1, 2026 | NONE |
| 68 | DRAFT RFP/FOPR Force Protection Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Sustainment, Engineering, & Integration Services (SEIS) | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS.FA2381 FORCE PROTECTION AFLCMC/HBUK | Mar 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 68 | DRAFT RFP/FOPR Force Protection Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Sustainment, Engineering, & Integration Services (SEIS) | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS.FA2381 FORCE PROTECTION AFLCMC/HBUK | Mar 16, 2026 | SBA |
| 68 | DRAFT RFP/FOPR Force Protection Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-sUAS) Sustainment, Engineering, & Integration Services (SEIS) | Hanscom AFB | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS.FA2381 FORCE PROTECTION AFLCMC/HBUK | Mar 16, 2026 | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | NATIVE ENERGY & TECHNOLOGY INC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | CREDENCE DYNAMO SOLUTIONS LLC | Dec 31, 2025 – Apr 30, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Air Force | GOODRICH CORPORATION | Dec 21, 2025 – Apr 20, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Defense Contract Management Agency | EASTERN RESEARCH GROUP INC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 2026 | high |
Across Massachusetts, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 33 active opportunities. Top cities include Pittsfield, Hanscom AFB, Unknown.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 37 | $4922.0M |
| Department of the Navy | 24 | $9030.1M |
| Immediate Office of the Secretary of Transportation | 23 | $38.1M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 18 | $17.0M |
| U.S. Coast Guard | 8 | $2.5M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
Top Cities in Massachusetts
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Pittsfield | 15 |
| Hanscom AFB | 9 |
| Unknown | 4 |
| Cambridge | 2 |
| Maynard | 1 |
| Natick | 1 |
| Dedham | 1 |
| Quincy | 0 |
| Boston | 0 |
| Charlestown | 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 33 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, Hanscom AFB, Unknown are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Massachusetts?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, KBR WYLE SERVICES, LLC. 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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