Federal contracts by state
Federal Contracts in Colorado: Spending, Agencies & Vendors
Data through 2026-09-28 · FY2026 to date
- Obligations, FY2026 to date
- $13.3B
- Contract awards
- 21,122
- Average award size
- $630K
- vs. prior full fiscal year
- 17.3% decline
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| FY21 | $12.8B |
| FY22 | $14B |
| FY23 | $14.9B |
| FY24 | $15B |
| FY25 | $16.1B |
| FY26 | $13.3B |
Obligations fell 17.3% year over year, from $16.1B in FY2025 to $13.3B in FY2026 to date.
Federal contract activity in Colorado through FY2026 to date totals $13.3B in obligations across 21,122 awards, with an average award size of $630K. Obligations are down 17.3% year over year. The Department of Defense is the largest buyer, obligating $7.2B, followed by the Department of Veterans Affairs at $1.6B and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration at $1B. Major vendors include LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP at $2.3B and SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC at $2.1B. Aircraft Manufacturing and Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences each account for $1.5B in obligations. Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing accounts for $1.3B, and Engineering Services accounts for $925M. Year-to-date totals are partial because the fiscal year is still in progress. Historical context shows obligations peaked at $16.1B in FY25 and are currently at $13.3B for FY26 to date. Use these figures to size opportunities and to prioritize outreach to high-spend agencies and incumbents in aerospace, R&D, and defense-related services.
Which agencies drive federal contract spending in Colorado?
The Department of Defense is the largest buyer, obligating $7.2B in FY2026 to date. The Department of Veterans Affairs follows with $1.6B, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration follows with $1B. The Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, and General Services Administration also appear among the top buyers with $845M, $532M, and $474M respectively.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $7.2B |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $1.6B |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $1B |
| Department of Energy | $845M |
| Department of Homeland Security | $532M |
| General Services Administration | $474M |
| Department of Agriculture | $471M |
| Department of the Interior | $409M |
| Department of Justice | $335M |
| Department of Commerce | $108M |
Department of Defense was the top federal buyer in Colorado, obligating $7.2B (54.2% of the state total).
Who are the key contractors and industries to watch in Colorado?
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP and SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC are the top vendors, receiving $2.3B and $2.1B respectively. Aerospace-related industries dominate obligations: Aircraft Manufacturing and R&D in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences each have $1.5B, Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing has $1.3B, and Engineering Services has $925M. Pharmacy benefits, facilities support, and other professional services also register significant obligations.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $2.3B |
| SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC | $2.1B |
| ALLIANCE FOR ENERGY INNOVATION, LLC | $763M |
| V3GATE, LLC | $616M |
| OPTUMRX ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, LLC | $509M |
| V2X SYSTEMS LLC | $425M |
| BAE SYSTEMS SPACE & MISSION SYSTEMS INC. | $277M |
| AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | $267M |
| B.I. INCORPORATED | $254M |
| UNITED LAUNCH SERVICES, LLC | $183M |
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP led all contractors in Colorado with $2.3B, 17.0% of the state total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Aircraft Manufacturing | $1.5B |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) | $1.5B |
| Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing | $1.3B |
| Engineering Services | $925M |
| Other Computer Related Services | $900M |
| Research and Development in Biotechnology | $763M |
| Facilities Support Services | $730M |
| All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $684M |
| Pharmacy Benefit Management and Other Third Party Administration of Insurance and Pension Funds | $556M |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology) | $496M |
Aircraft Manufacturing was the largest industry in Colorado, with $1.5B obligated.
| Rank | Vendor | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $2.3B |
| 2 | SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC | $2.1B |
| 3 | ALLIANCE FOR ENERGY INNOVATION, LLC | $763M |
| 4 | V3GATE, LLC | $616M |
| 5 | OPTUMRX ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, LLC | $509M |
| 6 | V2X SYSTEMS LLC | $425M |
| 7 | BAE SYSTEMS SPACE & MISSION SYSTEMS INC. | $277M |
| 8 | AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | $267M |
| 9 | B.I. INCORPORATED | $254M |
| 10 | UNITED LAUNCH SERVICES, LLC | $183M |
| Rank | Recipient | Award Amount | Awarding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $15.6B | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| 2 | ALLIANCE FOR ENERGY INNOVATION, LLC | $11.1B | Department of Energy |
| 3 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $4.6B | Department of Defense |
| 4 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $4.5B | Department of Defense |
| 5 | BECHTEL NATIONAL, INC. | $4.5B | Department of Defense |
| 6 | RAYTHEON COMPANY | $4.5B | Department of Defense |
| 7 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $4B | Department of Defense |
| 8 | SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC | $3.4B | Department of Defense |
| 9 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $2.6B | Department of Defense |
| 10 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $2B | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| 11 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $1.5B | Department of Defense |
| 12 | L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | $1.3B | Department of Defense |
| 13 | L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | $677M | Department of Defense |
| 14 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $656M | Department of Defense |
| 15 | RAYTHEON COMPANY | $607M | Department of Commerce |
| 16 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $604M | Department of Defense |
| 17 | CACI NSS, LLC | $601M | Department of Defense |
| 18 | V3GATE, LLC | $577M | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| 19 | BLUESTAQ LLC | $547M | General Services Administration |
| 20 | SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC | $546M | Department of Defense |
| 21 | BAE SYSTEMS SPACE & MISSION SYSTEMS INC. | $536M | Department of Defense |
| 22 | AMENTUM TECHNOLOGY, INC. | $524M | Department of Defense |
| 23 | BAE SYSTEMS SPACE & MISSION SYSTEMS INC. | $486M | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| 24 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP | $443M | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| 25 | SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC | $442M | Department of Defense |
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Frequently asked questions
How much federal contract money goes to Colorado?
Colorado received $13.3B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. The state recorded 21,122 awards with an average award size of $630K, and obligations are down 17.3% year over year. Historical totals show FY25 at $16.1B and FY26 at $13.3B to date.
Which agencies award the most contracts in Colorado?
The Department of Defense is the largest buyer, obligating $7.2B in FY2026 to date. Other top buying agencies include the Department of Veterans Affairs with $1.6B, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration with $1B, and the Department of Energy with $845M.
Who are the largest federal contractors in Colorado?
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP is the largest federal contractor in Colorado, receiving $2.3B in FY2026 to date. SIERRA NEVADA COMPANY, LLC follows with $2.1B, and ALLIANCE FOR ENERGY INNOVATION, LLC is the next largest vendor with $763M.
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