Civil Construction contracts in Washington
Federal heavy and civil engineering construction work in Washington that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 18, 2026: 6 open notices, 5 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 68 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: Washington.
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Open set-asides and early notices
Due 2026-10-19 · 1d
Dept of Defense · W2V6 USA Eng SPT CTR Huntsvil · Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA
No set-aside yetHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction…Sources Sought
Due 2026-10-22 · 4d
Department of Commerce · Dept of Commerce NOAA · Seattle, WA
Total Small BusinessHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction…Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Due 2026-10-22 · 4d
Department of Commerce · Dept of Commerce NOAA · Seattle, WA
New todayTotal Small BusinessHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction…Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Due 2026-10-28 · 10d
Department of Health and Human Services · Div of Engineering SVCS - Seattle · Shelton, WA
Total Small BusinessWater and Sewer Line and Related Structures…Sources Sought
Due 2026-10-30 · 12d
Dept of Defense · US Army Engineer District Walla Wal · Starbuck, WA
No set-aside yetOther Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction…Sources Sought
Due 2026-11-04 · 17d
Department of Transportation · 690567 Western Federal Lands Div · Port Angeles, WA
New todayTotal Small BusinessHighway, Street, and Bridge Construction…Solicitation
Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 95 | SEABEE CONSTRUCTION, INC. CONSTRUCTION OF TAHOMA NATIONAL CEMETERY PHASE 3 DEVELOPMENT Why 95? ends in 8 mo · no option years left · $79M · 2 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 8 months (Jun 15, 2027). +28/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $79M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 2 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2024 (about 2 years).
| Department of Veterans Affairs Department of Veterans Affairs | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | WA | $79,372,502 | Jun 15, 2027 |
| 84 | HARTMAN-WALSH PAINTING COMPANY GRAND COULEE DAM LEFT&RIGHT POWERPLANTS G1-G18 PENSTOCK LINING REHABILITATION Why 84? ends in 11 mo · no option years left · $20M · 2 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 11 months (Sep 30, 2027). +20/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $20M obligated so far. +17/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 2 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2020 (about 6 years).
| Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | WA | $20,199,774 | Sep 30, 2027 |
| 82 | WEMCO-GARCO MP JV1 TAILRACE SEMIGANTRY CRANE REPLACEMENT GRAND COULEE LEFT AND RIGHT POWERPLANTS COLUMBIA… Why 82? ends in 11 mo · no option years left · $9.4M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 11 months (Sep 25, 2027). +21/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $9.4M obligated so far. +14/20
- 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 2024 (about 2 years).
| Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | WA | $9,362,393 | Sep 25, 2027 |
| 67 | AMERICAN CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. FY26-29 GRAYS HARBOR INNER DREDGING Why 67? ends in 9 mo · options could run to Jul 2029 · $7.6M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 9 months (Jul 15, 2027). +26/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Jul 16, 2029, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $7.6M obligated so far. +14/20
- 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 Defense Department of the Army | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering… | WA | $7,550,500 | Jul 15, 2027 |
| 66 | HME CONSTRUCTION INC THIS PROCUREMENT IS FOR ALL PLANT, LABOR, AND MATERIALS REQUIRED TO PERFORM REPAIRS TO… Why 66? ends in 16 mo · no option years left · $8.0M · 7 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 16 months (Feb 28, 2028). +10/30
- 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 7 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… | WA | $7,995,000 | Feb 28, 2028 |
Who wins this work in Washington
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Big River Construction Inc | $36,169,320 |
| Hme Construction Inc | $10,263,389 |
| Pipkin Inc. | $8,373,309 |
| American Construction Co., Inc. | $8,254,741 |
| Palouse Power LLC | $7,429,810 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($74,743,862), Department of Transportation ($25,069,705), Department of the Interior ($16,185,333).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 2371, 2373, 2379 performed in Washington, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Washington
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.
- American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator Subcenter - Washington · Richland (509) 581-7505
Serves: CA, AZ, UT, NV, WA, OR, ID - BIA REGION (PACIFIC / WESTERN/NORTHWEST)
- Washington APEX at Columbia River Economic Development Council · Vancouver 360-860-6945
Serves: Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania Counties
- Washington APEX at Economic Alliance Snohomish County · Everett 360-860-6945
Serves: San Juan. Island, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom Counties
- Washington APEX at Greater Spokane Inc · Spokane (509) 321-3641
Serves: Adams, Asotin, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Whitman Counties
- Washington APEX at Green River College · Auburn 360-860-6945
Serves: King County
- Washington APEX at Kitsap Economic Development Alliance · Silverdale 360-860-6945
Serves: Kitsap, Mason Counties
- Washington APEX Accelerator at Thurston Economic Development Council / Main Center · Lacey 360-860-6945
Serves: Chelan, Grays Harbor, Kittitas, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Thurston, Wahkiakum
- Washington APEX Accelerator at Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce · Kennewick 360-860-6945
Serves: Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Grant, Klickitat, Walla Walla, & Yakima Counties
Source: official APEX Accelerators directory, checked Oct 18, 2026. AwardWatchdog is independent and not affiliated with the APEX Accelerators program.
Frequently asked questions
How many federal heavy and civil engineering construction set-aside contracts are open in Washington?
As of Oct 18, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 6 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for heavy and civil engineering construction work performed in Washington (NAICS 2371, 2373, 2379), from SAM.gov.
Who wins heavy and civil engineering construction set-aside contracts in Washington?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 68 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Washington. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Big River Construction Inc ($36,169,320), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Washington?
Washington is served by American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator Subcenter - Washington, Washington APEX at Columbia River Economic Development Council, Washington APEX at Economic Alliance Snohomish County 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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