PrimeRFP SCOUT · Industry Intelligence
Construction & Infrastructure Federal Contracts
Federal construction & infrastructure spending reached $156.1B across 11,242 contracts over the past 36 months (2023–2026), with an average award value of $13.9M. Data: PrimeRFP SCOUT · federal procurement records.
$156.1B
36-Mo Obligations
11,242
Total Awards
$13.9M
Avg Award Size
+179%
Growth (2023→2025)
Award Trends by Year
| Year | Awards | Obligations | Avg Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,957 | $6.4B | $3.3M |
| 2024 | 2,906 | $9.8B | $3.4M |
| 2025 | 5,463 | $118.3B | $21.7M |
PrimeRFP SCOUT · Federal procurement records ≥$25K
Top Agencies in Construction & Infrastructure
| Rank | Agency | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Department of Defense | $110.5B |
| #2 | Department of Homeland Security | $12.4B |
| #3 | Department of State | $9.6B |
| #4 | Department of Veterans Affairs | $5.8B |
| #5 | General Services Administration | $3.5B |
36-month aggregate, all fully public · PrimeRFP SCOUT
Top Construction & Infrastructure Contractors
| Rank | Contractor | Awards | Total Obligation |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Huntington Ingalls | 7 | $50.0B |
| #2 | Bath Iron Works | 3 | $14.6B |
| #3 | B.L. Harbert International | 20 | $5.0B |
| #4 | Marinette Marine | 2 | $3.9B |
| #5 | BCCG JV | 5 | $2.7B |
36-month aggregate, top 5 shown · PrimeRFP SCOUT
Emerging Competitors (Rank 6–10)
| Rank | Contractor | Awards | Total Obligation |
|---|---|---|---|
| #6 | VT Halter Marine | 1 | $2.6B |
| #7 | Caddell Construction | 8 | $2.3B |
| #8 | Fisher Sand & Gravel | 2 | $3.9B |
| #9 | Kokosing Alberici Traylor | 1 | $1.9B |
| #10 | Bechtel National | 2 | $1.6B |
Market Intelligence — Construction & Infrastructure
Construction & Infrastructure is the highest-obligation industry at $156.1B — driven by DoD military construction, shipbuilding, and base modernization initiatives.
Award volume exploded 179% from 2023–2025 (1,957 to 5,463), reflecting post-IIJA funding surge and DoD shipyard expansion — major opportunity window now.
Shipbuilding dominates the top 5 awardees (Huntington, Bath, Marinette, VT Halter) — teaming with prime shipbuilders is a key growth path for mid-tier subcontractors.
Average award of $13.9M is significantly larger than IT/Services, indicating sustained demand for GCs, design-build firms, and specialized maritime contractors.
Frequently Asked Questions — Construction & Infrastructure
How much federal construction and infrastructure work is available?
Federal construction spending totaled $156.1B over 36 months (2023–2026), with 11,242 contracts and an average award of $13.9M. DoD leads at $110.5B (71% of total), driven by military construction and shipbuilding. Source: PrimeRFP SCOUT.
What is the fastest-growing construction market in government?
Shipbuilding and naval vessel maintenance dominate growth — awards more than tripled from 2023–2025. DoD is modernizing its fleet and expanding shipyard capacity, creating sustained recompete opportunities.
Who are the largest federal construction contractors?
Top contractors include Huntington Ingalls Industries ($50B, primarily shipbuilding), Bath Iron Works ($14.6B, submarines), and B.L. Harbert International ($5.0B, design-build). These firms dominate the prime level — subcontracting is the main entry point for smaller firms.
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