Engineering Government Contracts in Washington
Statewide ranked opportunities and likely upcoming recompetes for facilities contractors across Washington.
Market Intelligence —
Engineering in Washington
Washington's Engineering Services market is highly concentrated: Seattle alone accounts for 33% of the state's 36 active opportunities in Q2 2026, with Seattle, Unknown, Silverdale collectively representing 75% of all activity. This concentration pattern creates a two-tier market — contractors must establish presence in Seattle to access the majority of deal flow, while the remaining 5 cities offer lower-volume but less competitive opportunities.
Washington's Engineering Services landscape in Q2 2026 is shaped by 8 active markets, with clear tiers of opportunity. The primary tier — Seattle and Unknown — captures 55% of statewide activity. A secondary tier including Silverdale and Keyport adds another 27%, with the remaining 4 cities splitting 18% of opportunities. Understanding this tier structure is critical for resource allocation — a contractor targeting Washington gets the most return from prioritizing tier-one markets while monitoring tier-two for less competitive openings.
In Washington, Engineering Services procurement concentrates in two primary agencies: Department of Veterans Affairs (39%) and Federal Highway Administration (27%). With 66% of 71 total awards between them and $629.9M 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 — SPEES LLC, EMP2, INC., Unknown — hold 67% of recent awards, meaning new entrants face significant barriers unless targeting recompetes or set-asides.
Washington's Engineering Services recompete pipeline contains 3 contracts approaching renewal windows in Q2 2026, valued at an estimated $174.1M combined. 3 of these (100%) carry high takeover signals, indicating agencies with a pattern of switching vendors at contract renewal. Department of the Army 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
Washington has 36 open engineering contract opportunities as of 2026-04-18, with 3 likely recompetes identified. Top markets include Seattle, Unknown, Silverdale.
36
Open Opportunities
3
Likely Recompetes
Department of Veterans Affairs
Top Agency
Seattle
Top City
Key Insights —
Engineering in Washington
Emerging activity: 3 new engineering in washington opportunities posted in the last 30 days, representing $154.6M in estimated pipeline.
Majority small-business: 83% of active opportunities carry a small-business set-aside designation.
3 incumbent-held contracts are approaching likely recompete windows, worth an estimated $174.1M.
Highly concentrated market: the top 3 incumbent vendors hold 67% 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↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | F--R10 SSP: East Waterway Operable Unit at the Harbor Island Superfund Site Remedi | Seattle | ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY.ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY.REGION 7 CONTRACTING OFFICE | Apr 28, 2026 | SBA |
| 77 | SOLICITATION NUMBER 387858 “IMMOBILIZED LOW-ACTIVITY WASTE (ILAW) CONTAINER DESIGN OPTIMIZATION STUDY” | Richland | ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF.HANFORD TANK WASTE OPERATIONS & CLOSURE LLC - DOE CONTRACTOR | May 4, 2026 | SBA |
| 71 | R408--VISN 2 Bronx ESPC Project Facilitator Services | Richland | VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.PCAC (36C776) | Sep 17, 2026 | SDVOSBC |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
| 71 | IHS Nationwide Sanitation Facilities Construction (SFC) A-E Services Multiple Award IDIQ | Seattle | HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF.INDIAN HEALTH SERVICE.DIV OF ENGINEERING SVCS - SEATTLE | — | SBA |
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Recompetes
| Score↕ | Location↕ | Agency↕ | Incumbent↕ | Est. Window↕ | Takeover Signal↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | — | Department of the Army | EC COMPANY | Dec 12, 2025 – Apr 11, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | Department of the Navy | INDUS TECHNOLOGY INC | Dec 14, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026 | high |
| 88 | — | U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement | THE GEO GROUP, INC. | Dec 27, 2025 – Apr 26, 2026 | high |
Across Washington, engineering opportunities span federal agencies with facilities in major metropolitan areas. There are currently 36 active opportunities. Top cities include Seattle, Unknown, Silverdale.
Data updated:
Top Buying Agencies
| Agency↕ | Awards↕ | Est. Spend↕ |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs | 28 | $23.0M |
| Federal Highway Administration | 19 | $16.7M |
| Department of the Navy | 9 | $586.7M |
| Indian Health Service | 8 | $1.3M |
| National Park Service | 7 | $2.2M |
Top Incumbent Vendors
| Vendor↕ | Awards↕ |
|---|---|
| SPEES LLC | 8 |
| EMP2, INC. | 8 |
| Unknown | 8 |
| DOWL, LLC | 7 |
| BURNS WALD-HOPKINS SHAMBACH ARCHITECTS, INC. | 5 |
Top Cities in Washington
| City↕ | Opportunities↕ |
|---|---|
| Seattle | 12 |
| Unknown | 8 |
| Silverdale | 7 |
| Keyport | 3 |
| Richland | 3 |
| Bremerton | 1 |
| Port Angeles | 1 |
| Bingen | 1 |
| Tacoma | 0 |
| Metaline Falls | 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 Washington?
Washington has 36 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 Washington?
Seattle, Unknown, Silverdale are the top markets based on opportunity count.
Who are the top engineering contractors in Washington?
The leading incumbent vendors include SPEES LLC, EMP2, INC., Unknown. See the Incumbent Vendors table for full rankings.
When do engineering contracts come up for rebid in Washington?
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 Washington. Retrieved 2026-04-18, from https://recompeteiq.com/state/wa/engineering-services
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RecompeteIQ. "Engineering Government Contracts in Washington." Accessed 2026-04-18. https://recompeteiq.com/state/wa/engineering-services.
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