Engineering Government Contracts in Virginia
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Virginia.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Virginia
In Q3 2026, Virginia has 47 Engineering Services opportunities spread across 10 cities, making it one of the more geographically distributed markets in this sector. Norfolk leads with 21% share, but Norfolk, Suffolk, Unknown together account for just 57%. Contractors can build a statewide pipeline without the winner-take-all dynamics seen in more concentrated state markets.
Virginia's Engineering Services landscape in Q3 2026 is shaped by 10 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Norfolk and Suffolk — captures 42% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including Unknown and GRASSY CREEK adds another 26%, with the remaining 6 cities splitting 32% 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 62% of all awards worth $21.9B 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, MAYVIN, INC., BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC — hold 75% 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 $551.2M 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 Navy 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 2026-07-14, with 10 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Norfolk, Suffolk, Unknown.
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Open Opportunities
10
Likely Recompetes
Department of the Navy
Top Agency
Norfolk
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Virginia
High activity: 25 new engineering in virginia opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $234.9M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 64% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
10 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $551.2M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 75% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 | 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 |
| 84 | 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 |
| 84 | Worldwide Environmental Engineering Services | GRASSY CREEK | STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM | Jul 15, 2026 | SBA |
| 77 | Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) Technical and Professional Services | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER.MID ATLANTIC REG MAINT CTR | Aug 3, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 77 | Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) Technical and Professional Services | Norfolk | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSEA.REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER.MID ATLANTIC REG MAINT CTR | Aug 3, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 75 | Space Campus - DRAFT Synopsis | Winchester | DEPT OF DEFENSE | Jul 18, 2026 | NONE |
| 75 | Space Campus - DRAFT Synopsis | Winchester | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE ARMY.US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS.ENGINEER DIVISION SOUTHWESTERN.W076 ENDIST MIDDLE EAS(PROVIS) | Jul 18, 2026 | NONE |
| 75 | Worldwide AE Support Services | Arlington | STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.STATE, DEPARTMENT OF.ACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUM | Jul 15, 2026 | — |
| 75 | Combat Coder Site Support | GRASSY CREEK | DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND.AIR FORCE LIFE CYCLE MANAGEMENT CENTER.COMMAND, CONTROL, COMMUNICATIONS & BATTLE MANAGEMENT.FA8527 AFLCMC C3IAK | Jul 16, 2026 | — |
| 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 |
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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 State | OBSIDIAN SOLUTIONS GROUP LLC | Jan 30, 2026 – May 30, 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 | VERTEX AEROSPACE LLC | Apr 23, 2026 – Aug 21, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Internal Revenue Service | EXPLOSIVE COUNTERMEASURES INTERNATIONAL INC | Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 30, 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 | — | Department of the Navy | REEFPOINT GROUP LLC | Apr 2, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | RITE-SOLUTIONS, INC. | Apr 29, 2026 – Aug 27, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | FALCONWOOD | Apr 30, 2026 – Aug 28, 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, Suffolk, Unknown.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of the Navy | 209 | $14166.6M |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 116 | $149.1M |
| Defense Contract Management Agency | 87 | $7473.2M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 56 | $50.6M |
| Federal Highway Administration | 54 | $72.1M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 74 |
| MAYVIN, INC. | 60 |
| BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | 54 |
| M. C. DEAN, INC. | 34 |
| SCIENCE APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | 30 |
Top Cities in Virginia
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Norfolk | 10 |
| Suffolk | 10 |
| Unknown | 7 |
| GRASSY CREEK | 5 |
| Springfield | 4 |
| Winchester | 3 |
| Dahlgren | 3 |
| Hampton | 2 |
| Fort Eustis | 2 |
| Portsmouth | 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, Suffolk, Unknown are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Virginia?
The leading incumbent vendors include Unknown, MAYVIN, INC., BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON 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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