Government Contracts in Alabama
Federal contracts with the place of performance in Alabama
Government contracts in Alabama totaled $53.1B across 222,866 awards from FY2024 to FY2026. In FY2026, obligations were down 2.9% from FY2025, and the Department of Defense was the largest buyer, accounting for $39.5B (74% of the total) for work performed in Alabama.
Key figures
In FY2026, contract obligations were $17,628,918,262 across 95,078 awards with activity that year, a change of -2.9% from $18,155,721,373 in FY2025. From FY2024 to FY2026, obligations totaled $53,130,840,195 across 222,866 awards.
- Obligated in FY2026
- $17.6B
- Awards in FY2026
- 95,078
- Change vs FY2025
- -2.9%
- Total, FY2024 to FY2026
- $53.1B
Note: FY2026 ended on Sep 30, 2026. The Department of Defense publishes contract data with a 90-day delay, so FY2026 totals may still rise as late reports arrive.
Federal contract spending in Alabama by year
Federal contracts in Alabama per fiscal year (October to September), counted where the work is performed. These are federal contracts only; state and local government contracts are not included.
| Fiscal year | Obligated | Awards | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $17,628,918,262 | 95,078 | -2.9% |
| FY2025 | $18,155,721,373 | 77,987 | +4.7% |
| FY2024 | $17,346,200,561 | 62,906 | n/a |
About federal contract spending in Alabama
Federal contract spending in Alabama rose 2% from FY2024 ($17.3B) to FY2026 ($17.6B), peaking in FY2025. FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
The Department of Defense is the biggest federal buyer in Alabama, with 74% of contract dollars, followed by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (12%).
The leading industries for government contracts in Alabama are research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology), guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing and ship building and repairing.
Spending is spread widely: the top 3 federal contractors account for 21% of the total.
Top federal contractors in Alabama
Companies ranked by contract dollars for work performed in Alabama. They may be based in any state.
| # | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lockheed Martin Corporation | $4,418,586,014 | 8.3% |
| 2 | The Boeing Company | $4,297,332,062 | 8.1% |
| 3 | Austal USA, LLC | $2,435,916,626 | 4.6% |
| 4 | Dynetics, Inc. | $1,876,982,721 | 3.5% |
| 5 | Defense Systems and Solutions | $1,836,207,527 | 3.5% |
| 6 | Science Applications International Corporation | $1,792,680,371 | 3.4% |
| 7 | M1 Support Services, L.P. | $1,695,635,766 | 3.2% |
| 8 | Torch Technologies Inc | $1,612,012,514 | 3.0% |
| 9 | Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation | $1,486,461,193 | 2.8% |
| 10 | Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation | $1,423,556,573 | 2.7% |
Agencies spending in Alabama
Federal agencies ranked by contract dollars for work performed in Alabama.
| # | Agency | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of Defense | $39,477,261,059 | 74.3% |
| 2 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $6,510,295,449 | 12.3% |
| 3 | Department of Homeland Security | $2,077,874,536 | 3.9% |
| 4 | Department of Justice | $1,661,641,542 | 3.1% |
| 5 | General Services Administration | $1,329,870,984 | 2.5% |
| 6 | Department of Veterans Affairs | $1,024,449,117 | 1.9% |
| 7 | Department of State | $525,486,712 | 1.0% |
| 8 | Department of Agriculture | $141,336,057 | 0.3% |
| 9 | Department of Labor | $107,398,720 | 0.2% |
| 10 | Department of Health and Human Services | $75,414,354 | 0.1% |
Top industries for Alabama government contracts
Industry codes (NAICS) on federal contracts in Alabama, ranked by dollars.
| # | Industry | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)NAICS 541715 | $13,065,047,988 | 24.6% |
| 2 | Guided Missile and Space Vehicle ManufacturingNAICS 336414 | $6,294,332,199 | 11.8% |
| 3 | Ship Building and RepairingNAICS 336611 | $4,122,310,368 | 7.8% |
| 4 | Engineering ServicesNAICS 541330 | $3,912,853,487 | 7.4% |
| 5 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)NAICS 541712 | $3,260,803,527 | 6.1% |
| 6 | Commercial and Institutional Building ConstructionNAICS 236220 | $2,723,995,005 | 5.1% |
| 7 | Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment ManufacturingNAICS 336413 | $2,595,768,899 | 4.9% |
| 8 | Other Support Activities for Air TransportationNAICS 488190 | $1,964,258,957 | 3.7% |
| 9 | Software PublishersNAICS 511210 | $1,580,507,838 | 3.0% |
| 10 | Custom Computer Programming ServicesNAICS 541511 | $1,345,114,900 | 2.5% |
Recent federal contracts in Alabama
The latest federal contracts performed in Alabama, newest first. Each award ID links to its record on USAspending.gov.
| Start date | Recipient | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Quintron Systems, LLC | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationQUINTRON BPA CO 048 - EGS SIMO OPS MSFC | $29,560 | 80TECH26FA255 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Avani Services, LLC | General Services AdministrationIMLS BPA FIRST ORDER | $7,776,423 | 47QFWA26F0017 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Silver Ships, Inc | Department of Homeland SecurityEL SALVADOR ZB-P-LEC DELIVERY ORDER ISSUED OF BPA FOR THE PURCHASE OF 35FT BOATS | $2,664,994 | 70Z02326F92200048 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | M D & Associates Staffing, LLC | Department of Homeland Security9MM BBR & 5.56 BBR | $85,000 | 70LCHS26PPFB00048 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Office Moving Alliance Worldwide, LLC | General Services AdministrationDISPOSAL OF ABANDONED FURNITURE AND EXCESS CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AT THE ROBERT VANCE FB IN JEFFERSON COUNTY LOCATED AT 1800 5TH AVENUE NORTH,BIRMINGHAM, AL 35203-3203(AL0011ZZ) | $15,420 | 47PE5526F0845 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Gulf States Distributors, Inc. | Department of JusticeEO 14398 MISSION CRITICAL: APPREHENDING FUGITIVES A46 TD 26348 9MM RED BLUE SIM AMMUNITION | $42,500 | 15M10226PA4700532 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Tech Nexuses, Inc. | Department of AgricultureHANDHELD X-RAY FLUORESCENCE (XRF) ANALYZER FOR ELEMENTAL ANALYSIS OF SOILS | $35,463 | 123A9426P0072 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Dme Services LLC | Department of Veterans AffairsWHEELCHAIR | $36,303 | 36C26126N0750 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Fortis Native Group LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityCUSTODIAL GROUNDS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICES - DEL RIO | $2,349,927 | 70B03C26C00000143 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | University of Alabama at Birmingham | Department of Veterans AffairsANIMAL PER DIEM RATES | $375,250 | 36C24E26N0284 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Quintron Systems, LLC | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationQUINTRON BPA CO 046 - HOSC ISS IVODS OCT - SEPT. 2027 MAINTENANCE (MSFC) | $45,316 | 80TECH26FA246 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Micro Motion, Inc. | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationFABRICATION OF CUSTOM CORIOLIS MASS FLOW METER AND TRANSMITTER | $17,780 | 80NSSC26P1746 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Akima Secure Technologies, LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityTHE USCG REQUIRES A SURVEY OF ALL PATHWAYS AND CABLING AT THE TRAINING CENTER BIRMINGHAM SOUTHERN SITES. | $1,290,176 | 70Z07926CISD50005 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Swan Bath LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityTHE PURPOSE OF THIS SOLICITATION IS TO PROCURE NEW TRACTORS WITH SUPPORT ATTACHMENTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATEMENT OF WORK SPECIFICATIONS IN ORDER TO SAFELY MAINTAIN AND MANEUVER INVENTORY AT FEDER | $771,000 | 70FB7026P00000038 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Johnson Controls Security Solutions LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityVSS CDP CAMPUS WIDE UPGRADE | $3,585,525 | 70FA5026F00000108 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Raven Services Corp | General Services AdministrationOFFICE PAINT AND CARPET REPLACEMENT AL0011ZZ VANCE FB BIRMINGHAM AL | $18,530 | 47PE5526F0853 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Raven Services Corp | General Services AdministrationINSTALLATION OF EMERGENCY STAIRWELLS FLOOR SIGNAGE AT THE HUGO BLACK U.S. COURTHOUSE IN JEFFERSON COUNTY LOCATED AT 1729-5TH AVENUE NORTH BIRMINGHAM, AL 35203-2022(AL0081ZZ) | $16,350 | 47PE5526F0846 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Alabama Goodwill Contract Services Inc | General Services AdministrationTERRAZO FLOORING RESTORATION AT THE ANNISTON FB IN CALHOUN COUNTY LOCATED AT 1100 GURNEE AVE. ANNISTON, AL 36201-4565(AL0008ZZ) | $49,999 | 47PE5526F0711 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Rodriguez Construction Services LLC | Department of JusticeMISSION CRITICAL - APPREHENDING FUGITIVES FY26-GCRFTF: FIBERGLASS PLASTIC PANEL INSTALL CF: APC-FY26-000314 | $22,500 | 15M10226PA4700557 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Corporate Interiors, Inc. | Department of AgriculturePURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF NEW OFFICE FURNITURE FOR THE USDA - RURAL DEVELOPMENT ALABAMA STATE OFFICE | $208,603 | 12RADA26F0008 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Assa Abloy Specialty Doors, LLC | Department of StateTHE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE MANUFACTURING AND SHIPPING OF 2 GLAZING PANELS. | $25,140 | 19AQMM26P1352 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Carter'S Contracting Services, Inc., a Close Corporation | Department of AgriculturePROJECT: TUSKEGEE NATIONAL FOREST HEAVY ROAD MAINTENANCE LOCATION: TUCKEGEE NATIONAL FOREST | $2,894,910 | 12445226F0041 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Chenega Global Protection, LLC | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationNASA PROTECTIVE SERVICES CONTRACT - SOUTH REGION - TASK ORDER PROVIDES PROTECTIVE SERVICES SUPPORT AT MSFC. | $2,239,430 | 80MSFC26FA049 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Pci Professional Services, LLC | Department of Health and Human ServicesNHDP167 C 7917 ADMINISTRATIVE AND LABORATORY MODERNIZATION SUPPORT | $684,699 | 75R60126F35001 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Alabama Department of Health | Department of Health and Human ServicesHUMAN FOOD ALABAMA STATE INSPECTIONS | $72,127 | 75F40126C00148 |
Open government contracts in Alabama
The newest open notices from SAM.gov. Bidding needs a free SAM.gov registration.
Homeland Security, Department of · Solicitation · NAICS 532490 · AL · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 31, 2026 · Responses due Nov 10, 2026
Homeland Security, Department of · Solicitation · NAICS 1111 · AL · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 10, 2026
- AMENDMENT 0002- FY27 42SFS CATM Range CleaningClosing soon
Dept of Defense · Solicitation · NAICS 562910 · AL · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 4, 2026
Dept of Defense · Sources Sought · NAICS 333514 · AL · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 9, 2026
General Services Administration · Solicitation · NAICS 423930 · AL
Posted Oct 29, 2026 · Responses due Nov 27, 2026
How to win government contracts in Alabama
Federal agencies buy goods and services in Alabama every day. Register your business for free on SAM.gov, search open bids with the place of performance in Alabama, and look at which agencies and federal contractors in Alabama buy what you sell. Contractors already working in the state often need local subcontractors.
Explore government contracts in Alabama
- Government research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) contracts
- Government guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing contracts
- Government ship building and repairing contracts
- Government engineering contracts
- Government research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except biotechnology) contracts
- Department of Defense contracts
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration contracts
- Department of Homeland Security contracts
- Department of Justice contracts
- General Services Administration contracts
- Lockheed Martin government contracts
- Boeing government contracts
- Austal USA government contracts
- Dynetics government contracts
- Defense Systems and Solutions government contracts
Frequently asked questions
- How much federal contract money goes to Alabama?
- Federal agencies obligated $53.1B on contracts performed in Alabama from FY2024 to FY2026, across 222,866 contract awards, including $17.6B in FY2026. This counts federal contracts only, by place of performance; state and local government contracts are not included.
- Who are the largest federal contractors in Alabama?
- By contract dollars for work performed in Alabama from FY2024 to FY2026, the largest were Lockheed Martin Corporation ($4.4B), The Boeing Company ($4.3B) and Austal USA, LLC ($2.4B). They may be based in any state.
- Which agency spends the most on contracts in Alabama?
- The Department of Defense obligated $39.5B on contracts performed in Alabama, 74% of the total. Next were the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Department of Homeland Security.
- What industries get the most federal contracts in Alabama?
- By contract dollars: research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) (NAICS 541715, $13.1B), guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing (NAICS 336414, $6.3B) and ship building and repairing (NAICS 336611, $4.1B).
- Is federal contract spending in Alabama growing?
- Federal contract obligations for work in Alabama rose 2% from FY2024 ($17.3B) to FY2026 ($17.6B), peaking in FY2025. FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
- How do I find government contracts in Alabama?
- Filter open federal bids on SAM.gov (or the open bids page here) by place of performance in Alabama. For state government contracts, use the Alabama state procurement portal, and check your city and county websites for local bids.