Civil Construction contracts in Texas
Federal heavy and civil engineering construction work in Texas that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 18, 2026: 2 open notices, 7 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 66 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 2371 (Utility System Construction), 2373 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction), 2379 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction). Place of performance: Texas.
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Open set-asides and early notices
Due 2026-10-27 · 9d
Dept of Defense · W076 ENDIST Ft Worth · Fort Worth, TX
Total Small BusinessOther Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction…Solicitation
Due 2026-11-03 · 16d
Department of Transportation · 6982AF Central Federal Lands Divisi · Los Fresnos, TX
Total Small BusinessHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction…Solicitation
Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 87 | AOC CALTON LTD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE COLOMBIA LAND PORT OF ENTRY, BORDER ROADWAY IMPROVEMENT &… Why 87? ends in 10 mo · no option years left · $18M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 10 months (Aug 20, 2027). +23/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $18M obligated so far. +17/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 3 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
| General Services Administration Public Buildings Service | Highway, Street, and Bridge… | TX | $18,417,474 | Aug 20, 2027 |
| 84 | PARAGON CONSTRUCTION SERVICES OF AMERICA INC. TOWN BLUFF TAINTER GATE CORROSION PROTECTION Why 84? ends in 9 mo · no option years left · $7.6M · 4 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 9 months (Jul 19, 2027). +26/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $7.6M obligated so far. +14/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 4 offers. +14/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2025 (about 2 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | TX | $7,620,338 | Jul 19, 2027 |
| 81 | PRECISION CONSTRUCTION LLC GALVESTON HARBOR AND CHANNEL- SAN JACINTO PA IMPROVEMENTS, GALVESTON COUNTY, TEXAS. Why 81? ends in 9 mo · no option years left · $8.0M · 6 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 9 months (Jul 30, 2027). +25/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $8.0M obligated so far. +14/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 6 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | TX | $7,967,249 | Jul 30, 2027 |
| 79 | BILLY W. JARRETT CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. EO 14398- IMPROVE ROADS AND ENTRANCES, CENTRAL TX HCS. PROJECT #674-20-109 Why 79? ends in 13 mo · no option years left · $18M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 13 months (Nov 29, 2027). +16/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $18M obligated so far. +16/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 3 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
| Department of Veterans Affairs Department of Veterans Affairs | Highway, Street, and Bridge… | TX | $17,740,000 | Nov 29, 2027 |
| 76 | ONSHORE MATERIALS, L.L.C. WEST SHORE LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN, LA, HURRICANE AND STORM DAMAGE RISK REDUCTION PROJECT,… Why 76? ends in 16 mo · no option years left · $63M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 16 months (Mar 3, 2028). +9/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $63M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 3 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2023 (about 3 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | TX | $62,905,175 | Mar 3, 2028 |
| 69 | PRAIRIE BAND CONSTRUCTION, INC. CONSTRUCTION IMPROVEMENTS FOR CLARDY FOX PUMP STATION AT EL PASO, EL PASO COUNTY, TEXAS Why 69? ends in 11 mo · no option years left · $11M · sole source last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 11 months (Oct 1, 2027). +20/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $11M obligated so far. +15/20
- Last time it was not available for competition (sole source), so the agency could sole-source the follow-on again. +4/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Water and Sewer Line and Related… | TX | $10,998,670 | Oct 1, 2027 |
| 66 | KOMAN ADVANTAGE, LLC CBP RIO GRANDE VALLEY, LAREDO, DEL RIO TACTICAL INFRASTRUCTURE MAINTENANCE Why 66? ends in 10 mo · options could run to Aug 2031 · $14M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 10 months (Aug 31, 2027). +23/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Aug 31, 2031, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $14M obligated so far. +16/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 3 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
| Department of Homeland Security U.S. Customs and Border Protection | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | TX | $13,505,428 | Aug 31, 2027 |
Who wins this work in Texas
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Aoc Calton LTD | $18,417,474 |
| Billy W. Jarrett Construction Company, Inc. | $17,740,000 |
| Maverick Constructors, LLC | $13,728,525 |
| Koman Advantage, LLC | $13,505,428 |
| Prairie Band Construction, Inc. | $10,998,670 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($52,474,979), Department of Veterans Affairs ($33,542,346), General Services Administration ($18,417,474).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 2371, 2373, 2379 performed in Texas, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Texas
APEX Accelerators give small businesses no-cost, one-on-one help with SAM.gov registration, finding bids and preparing proposals. The program is funded by the Department of War (formerly Defense) Office of Industrial Base Growth.
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Frequently asked questions
How many federal heavy and civil engineering construction set-aside contracts are open in Texas?
As of Oct 18, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 2 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for heavy and civil engineering construction work performed in Texas (NAICS 2371, 2373, 2379), from SAM.gov.
Who wins heavy and civil engineering construction set-aside contracts in Texas?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 66 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Texas. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Aoc Calton LTD ($18,417,474), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Texas?
Texas is served by Del Mar College APEX Accelerator, Contract Opportunities Center APEX Accelerator, NW Texas APEX Accelerator and others. APEX Accelerators give small businesses free help with registration, bid searches and proposals (official directory checked Oct 18, 2026).
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