Government Contracts in South Dakota
Federal contracts with the place of performance in South Dakota
Government contracts in South Dakota totaled $3B across 11,060 awards from FY2024 to FY2026. In FY2026, obligations were up 13% from FY2025, and the Department of Defense was the largest buyer at $1.6B, or 54% of contract obligations in South Dakota.
Key figures
In FY2026, contract obligations were $909,124,002 across 3,624 awards with activity that year, a change of +13% from $804,276,682 in FY2025. From FY2024 to FY2026, obligations totaled $2,999,715,735 across 11,060 awards.
- Obligated in FY2026
- $909M
- Awards in FY2026
- 3,624
- Change vs FY2025
- +13%
- Total, FY2024 to FY2026
- $3B
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 South Dakota by year
Federal contracts in South Dakota 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 | $909,124,002 | 3,624 | +13% |
| FY2025 | $804,276,682 | 4,480 | -37.5% |
| FY2024 | $1,286,315,051 | 5,775 | n/a |
About federal contract spending in South Dakota
Federal contract spending in South Dakota fell 29% from FY2024 ($1.3B) to FY2026 ($909M). 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 South Dakota, with 54% of contract dollars, followed by the Department of Health and Human Services (16%).
The leading industries for government contracts in South Dakota are commercial and institutional building construction, electronic computer manufacturing and computer facilities management services.
Spending is spread widely: the top 3 federal contractors account for 30% of the total.
Top federal contractors in South Dakota
Companies ranked by contract dollars for work performed in South Dakota. They may be based in any state.
| # | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Conti Federal Services, LLC | $401,321,578 | 13.4% |
| 2 | Sterling Computers Corporation | $276,079,060 | 9.2% |
| 3 | BL Harbert International LLC | $211,077,642 | 7.0% |
| 4 | Federal Contracting Inc | $179,346,546 | 6.0% |
| 5 | KBR Wyle Services, LLC | $155,421,276 | 5.2% |
| 6 | R. C. Construction Co., Inc. | $122,747,527 | 4.1% |
| 7 | Rosenbauer America LLC | $113,311,111 | 3.8% |
| 8 | Tribal Health, LLC | $98,158,779 | 3.3% |
| 9 | Lacreek Development Corp | $77,410,392 | 2.6% |
| 10 | Black Hills Service Company, LLC | $65,625,054 | 2.2% |
Agencies spending in South Dakota
Federal agencies ranked by contract dollars for work performed in South Dakota.
| # | Agency | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of Defense | $1,605,137,211 | 53.5% |
| 2 | Department of Health and Human Services | $484,332,026 | 16.1% |
| 3 | Department of the Interior | $347,538,801 | 11.6% |
| 4 | Department of Veterans Affairs | $278,323,624 | 9.3% |
| 5 | Department of Agriculture | $86,580,917 | 2.9% |
| 6 | Department of Homeland Security | $65,081,284 | 2.2% |
| 7 | Department of the Treasury | $30,529,810 | 1.0% |
| 8 | Department of Justice | $27,746,427 | 0.9% |
| 9 | General Services Administration | $24,086,988 | 0.8% |
| 10 | Department of Energy | $15,936,304 | 0.5% |
Top industries for South Dakota government contracts
Industry codes (NAICS) on federal contracts in South Dakota, ranked by dollars.
| # | Industry | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commercial and Institutional Building ConstructionNAICS 236220 | $1,062,234,499 | 35.4% |
| 2 | Electronic Computer ManufacturingNAICS 334111 | $205,534,604 | 6.9% |
| 3 | Computer Facilities Management ServicesNAICS 541513 | $155,890,026 | 5.2% |
| 4 | Highway, Street, and Bridge ConstructionNAICS 237310 | $144,447,247 | 4.8% |
| 5 | Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)NAICS 621111 | $109,116,463 | 3.6% |
| 6 | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering ConstructionNAICS 237990 | $97,447,016 | 3.2% |
| 7 | Temporary Help ServicesNAICS 561320 | $91,978,357 | 3.1% |
| 8 | Other Computer Related ServicesNAICS 541519 | $89,227,069 | 3.0% |
| 9 | Motor Vehicle Body ManufacturingNAICS 336211 | $69,212,261 | 2.3% |
| 10 | Electric Power DistributionNAICS 221122 | $68,010,244 | 2.3% |
Recent federal contracts in South Dakota
The latest federal contracts performed in South Dakota, newest first. Each award ID links to its record on USAspending.gov.
| Start date | Recipient | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Health and Human ServicesHPE MAINTENANCE (SYNERGY) | $48,368 | 7571TE26F00401 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Health and Human ServicesDIGITAL SIGNAGE PLAYER AND LICENSES | $35,689 | 7571TE26F00387 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | G E Forestry, Inc | Department of AgricultureHAND SPRING NORTH TSI, BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST | $532,800 | 1284LL26F0089 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Feimer Construction, Inc. | Department of JusticeFPC YANKTON - PROJECT 26Z4AH3 - ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANKS EO 1498 | $292,800 | 15BBNF26C41600001 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationAMD ZYNQ ULTRASCALE+ RF SOC ZCU111 EVALUATION KIT | $104,772 | 80NSSC26P1751 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Health and Human ServicesMAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CISCO NETWORK SWITCHES | $39,785 | 7571TE26F80311 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Homeland SecurityTWENTY DELL PRO MAX GB10 DEVICES. | $210,246 | 70T03026F7667N121 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP | Department of Veterans AffairsASCOM SYSTEM ANNUAL MAINTENANCE | $69,881 | 36C26326P0649 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Justice(25) 24IN TAA COMPLIANT MONITORS FOR CIVIL DIVISION | $7,031 | 15JC1V26F00000200 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Monture Creek Land Management, Inc. | Department of AgriculturePOST-FIRE NOXIOUS WEED TREATMENT ON THE FORT PIERRE NATIONAL GRASSLANDS (FPNG). WAR CREEK WILDFIRE NOXIOUS WEED TREATMENT BY HERBICIDE APPLICATION (1172492). FPNG POST-PRESCRIBED FIRE WEED TREATMENT B | $89,998 | 1284LL26P0031 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Imperial Forestry, Incorporated | Department of AgricultureCOMBINED MYRD FUELS, MYSTIC RANGER DISTRICT, BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST | $612,480 | 1284LL26F0116 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Granite Group, LLC | Department of AgricultureAWARD - BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST CLOSE AND SEAL WATER WELLS PER SOUTH DAKOTA (SD) ADMINISTRATIVE RULE (ARSD) 74:02:04:67 12 WELLS ARE LOCATED ON THE MYSTIC RANGER DISTRICT AND ARE ALL IN PENNINGTON | $257,423 | 1240LT26C0057 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Aerofly LLC | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationSBIR PHASE II CONTINUOUS AUGER-BASED WATER VAPOR EXTRACTION FROM ICY LUNAR REGOLITH | $1,274,996 | 80NSSC26C0090 |
| Sep 28, 2026 | Prime Physicians Tri Providers LLC | Department of Veterans AffairsVISN 19 MSA FOR BASE YEAR PLUS 1 ADDITIONAL OPTION YEAR | $13,624,000 | 36C25926N0480 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Regen Ag Lab LLC | Department of AgricultureADVANCED SOIL HEALTH PROPERTIES | $16,240 | 12FPC126P0032 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Stockwell Engineers, Inc. | Department of AgriculturePERFORM CADASTRAL SURVEY FOR HELL CANYON RANGER DISTRICT FOR MINNEKAHTA AND SMALL POTATOES TIMBER SALE. | $58,931 | 1240LT26F0065 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources Animal Feed & Remedy Program | Department of Health and Human ServicesSOUTH DAKOTA ANIMAL FOOD STATE INSPECTION CONTRACT | $19,769 | 75F40126C00114 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Morris Systems Incorporated | Department of Health and Human ServicesMATERIAL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE LICENSE & SUPPORT | $15,576 | 7571TE26P00163 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Homeland SecurityDESKTOP COMPUTERS AND REPLACEMENT LAPTOP POWER CORDS. | $9,999,981 | 70T03026F7667N101 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Homeland SecurityTHE PURPOSE IS TO PROCURE ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LICENSES (UIPATH | $375,908 | 70RTAC26FR0000056 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of the TreasuryDELL DISPLAY AND DOCKING STATIONS (OR EQUAL) | $185,027 | 2031ZB26F00053 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Technologisty LLC | Department of the InteriorSD ESFO DELTA DUST PURCHASE FY2026 | $0 | 140F1G26P0084 |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Asj Construction, a Texas Limited Liability Company | Department of AgricultureGROUND DRIVEN FERTILIZER SPREADER FOR USDA-ARS-PA NORTH CENTRAL AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH LAB | $21,996 | 12444026P0189 |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Bay Area Anesthesia LLC | Department of Health and Human ServicesPURCHASE ORDER FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPLEMENTING THE CO'S FINAL DECISION DATED AUGUST 13, 2026, REGARDING THE CLAIM SUBMITTED BY BAY AREA ANESTHESIA DBA WORLDWIDE MEDICAL STAFFING FOR UNPAID SERVICES PR | $69,510 | 75H70626P00183 |
| Sep 24, 2026 | Sterling Computers Corporation | Department of Health and Human ServicesTHE RENEWAL WILL PROVIDE MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S EXTREME NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE THROUGH STERLING. THE AGREEMENT WILL PROVIDE CONTINUED ACCESS TO TECHNICAL SUPPORT, FROM | $16,104 | 7571TE26F80350 |
Open government contracts in South Dakota
The newest open notices from SAM.gov. Bidding needs a free SAM.gov registration.
Health and Human Services, Department of · Combined Synopsis/Solicitation · NAICS 621320 · SD · Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 6, 2026
Veterans Affairs, Department of · Solicitation · NAICS 236220 · SD · Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14)
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 12, 2026
General Services Administration · Presolicitation · NAICS 5311 · SD · No Set aside used
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 13, 2026
Dept of Defense · Solicitation · NAICS 722310 · SD · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 10, 2026
Health and Human Services, Department of · Combined Synopsis/Solicitation · NAICS 561320 · SD · Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 6, 2026
How to win government contracts in South Dakota
Federal agencies buy goods and services in South Dakota every day. Register your business for free on SAM.gov, search open bids with the place of performance in South Dakota, and look at which agencies and federal contractors in South Dakota buy what you sell. Contractors already working in the state often need local subcontractors.
Explore government contracts in South Dakota
- Government construction contracts
- Government electronic computer manufacturing contracts
- Government computer facilities management services contracts
- Government road construction contracts
- Government offices of physicians (except mental health specialists) contracts
- Department of Defense contracts
- Department of Health and Human Services contracts
- Department of the Interior contracts
- Department of Veterans Affairs contracts
- Department of Agriculture contracts
- Conti Federal Services government contracts
- Sterling Computers government contracts
- BL Harbert International government contracts
- KBR Wyle Services government contracts
Frequently asked questions
- How much federal contract money goes to South Dakota?
- Federal agencies obligated $3B on contracts performed in South Dakota from FY2024 to FY2026, across 11,060 contract awards, including $909M 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 South Dakota?
- By contract dollars for work performed in South Dakota from FY2024 to FY2026, the largest were Conti Federal Services, LLC ($401M), Sterling Computers Corporation ($276M) and BL Harbert International LLC ($211M). They may be based in any state.
- Which agency spends the most on contracts in South Dakota?
- The Department of Defense obligated $1.6B on contracts performed in South Dakota, 54% of the total. Next were the Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of the Interior.
- What industries get the most federal contracts in South Dakota?
- By contract dollars: commercial and institutional building construction (NAICS 236220, $1.1B), electronic computer manufacturing (NAICS 334111, $206M) and computer facilities management services (NAICS 541513, $156M).
- Is federal contract spending in South Dakota growing?
- Federal contract obligations for work in South Dakota fell 29% from FY2024 ($1.3B) to FY2026 ($909M). 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 South Dakota?
- Filter open federal bids on SAM.gov (or the open bids page here) by place of performance in South Dakota. For state government contracts, use the South Dakota state procurement portal, and check your city and county websites for local bids.