Federal contracts by state
Federal Contracts in Michigan: Spending, Agencies & Vendors
Data through 2026-09-28 · FY2026 to date
- Obligations, FY2026 to date
- $6.7B
- Contract awards
- 176,600
- Average award size
- $38.1K
- vs. prior full fiscal year
- 1.8% growth
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| FY21 | $6.8B |
| FY22 | $9B |
| FY23 | $8.4B |
| FY24 | $8B |
| FY25 | $6.6B |
| FY26 | $6.7B |
Obligations grew 1.8% year over year, from $6.6B in FY2025 to $6.7B in FY2026 to date.
Michigan has received $6.7B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. The federal government made 176,600 awards in the state, with an average award size of $38.1K, and obligations are up 1.8% year over year. The Department of Defense led buying in Michigan, obligating $3.4B, followed by the General Services Administration with $2B. Automobile Manufacturing and Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing account for the largest industry totals at $1.9B and $1.8B respectively. GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. is the top vendor with $1.7B, followed by FORD MOTOR CO at $756M and GENERAL MOTORS LLC at $649M. Historical annual obligations show peaks and troughs: FY22 reached $9B, then totals declined to $6.6B in FY25 before rising to $6.7B in FY26. The data are contract obligations and current-year totals are partial, covering fiscal year to date only.
How have Michigan contract obligations moved year over year?
Obligations are up 1.8% year over year in FY2026 to date. Obligations fell from $9B in FY22 to $6.6B in FY25, then rose to $6.7B in FY26. The Department of Defense is the largest buyer with $3.4B, which is a major share of the current total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $3.4B |
| General Services Administration | $2B |
| Department of Homeland Security | $301M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $294M |
| Department of Agriculture | $149M |
| Department of Health and Human Services | $137M |
| Department of Justice | $85.1M |
| Department of Commerce | $52.1M |
| Environmental Protection Agency | $51.5M |
| Department of State | $32.3M |
Department of Defense was the top federal buyer in Michigan, obligating $3.4B (51.2% of the state total).
Which agencies, industries, and vendors dominate Michigan federal contracting?
The Department of Defense and the General Services Administration are the top buyers with $3.4B and $2B respectively. Automobile Manufacturing and Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing lead industries with $1.9B and $1.8B respectively. GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC., FORD MOTOR CO, and GENERAL MOTORS LLC are the top vendors with $1.7B, $756M, and $649M respectively.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.7B |
| FORD MOTOR CO | $756M |
| GENERAL MOTORS LLC | $649M |
| FCA US LLC | $536M |
| GM DEFENSE LLC | $170M |
| AVFUEL CORP | $161M |
| AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC | $113M |
| TRILLAMED LLC | $112M |
| ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC | $109M |
| AAR MANUFACTURING, INC. | $96.5M |
GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. led all contractors in Michigan with $1.7B, 25.9% of the state total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Automobile Manufacturing | $1.9B |
| Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing | $1.8B |
| Petroleum Refineries | $161M |
| Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing | $152M |
| Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing | $137M |
| Engineering Services | $128M |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) | $123M |
| Commercial and Institutional Building Construction | $120M |
| Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction | $116M |
| Security Guards and Patrol Services | $102M |
Automobile Manufacturing was the largest industry in Michigan, with $1.9B obligated.
| Rank | Vendor | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.7B |
| 2 | FORD MOTOR CO | $756M |
| 3 | GENERAL MOTORS LLC | $649M |
| 4 | FCA US LLC | $536M |
| 5 | GM DEFENSE LLC | $170M |
| 6 | AVFUEL CORP | $161M |
| 7 | AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC | $113M |
| 8 | TRILLAMED LLC | $112M |
| 9 | ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC | $109M |
| 10 | AAR MANUFACTURING, INC. | $96.5M |
| Rank | Recipient | Award Amount | Awarding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KOKOSING ALBERICI TRAYLOR, LLC | $1.9B | Department of Defense |
| 2 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.4B | Department of Defense |
| 3 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.2B | Department of Defense |
| 4 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.2B | Department of Defense |
| 5 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.1B | Department of Defense |
| 6 | RENK AMERICA LLC | $903M | Department of Defense |
| 7 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $775M | Department of Defense |
| 8 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $762M | Department of Defense |
| 9 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $757M | Department of Defense |
| 10 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $713M | Department of Defense |
| 11 | AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC | $698M | Department of Defense |
| 12 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $679M | Department of Defense |
| 13 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $524M | Department of Defense |
| 14 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $489M | Department of Defense |
| 15 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $438M | Department of Defense |
| 16 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $411M | Department of Defense |
| 17 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $391M | Department of Defense |
| 18 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $379M | Department of Defense |
| 19 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $375M | Department of Defense |
| 20 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND AND ARMAMENTS L.P. | $365M | Department of Defense |
| 21 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $363M | Department of Defense |
| 22 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $314M | Department of Defense |
| 23 | LOC PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS LLC | $294M | Department of Defense |
| 24 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $278M | Department of Defense |
| 25 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $275M | Department of Defense |
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Frequently asked questions
How much federal contract money goes to Michigan?
Michigan receives $6.7B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. The federal government made 176,600 awards in the state with an average award size of $38.1K. Historical annual totals include $6.8B in FY21, $9B in FY22, $8.4B in FY23, $8B in FY24, and $6.6B in FY25.
Which agencies award the most contracts in Michigan?
The Department of Defense awards the most contracts in Michigan, obligating $3.4B in FY2026 to date. The General Services Administration is the second-largest buyer at $2B, followed by the Department of Homeland Security at $301M and the Department of Veterans Affairs at $294M.
Who are the largest federal contractors in Michigan?
GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. is the largest federal contractor in Michigan with $1.7B in obligations in FY2026 to date. FORD MOTOR CO and GENERAL MOTORS LLC follow with $756M and $649M respectively, and FCA US LLC and GM DEFENSE LLC report $536M and $170M respectively.
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