Federal contracts by state
Federal Contracts in Minnesota: Spending, Agencies & Vendors
Data through 2026-09-28 · FY2026 to date
- Obligations, FY2026 to date
- $1.9B
- Contract awards
- 30,584
- Average award size
- $63K
- vs. prior full fiscal year
- 22.5% decline
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| FY21 | $2.6B |
| FY22 | $2.4B |
| FY23 | $2.7B |
| FY24 | $3B |
| FY25 | $2.5B |
| FY26 | $1.9B |
Obligations fell 22.5% year over year, from $2.5B in FY2025 to $1.9B in FY2026 to date.
Minnesota has received $1.9B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. The federal government recorded 30,584 awards in the state with an average award size of $63K. Obligations fell 22.5% year over year. FY2026 totals are partial, fiscal year to date, so the $1.9B figure does not represent a full fiscal year. Historical context shows prior fiscal years with higher totals, including $3B in FY24 and $2.5B in FY25, which frames the current year-to-date decline. Agencies and vendors concentrate spending in predictable areas: defense and agriculture are large buyers, and manufacturers and food processors are prominent recipients. This snapshot highlights where federal spending in Minnesota is concentrated and how the current fiscal year compares to recent full-year totals.
Who buys the most federal contracts in Minnesota?
Department of Defense leads buying activity in Minnesota with $621M in obligations. Department of Agriculture follows with $328M, and Department of Veterans Affairs follows with $301M. General Services Administration and Department of Health and Human Services round out the next largest buyers with $156M and $137M respectively.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $621M |
| Department of Agriculture | $328M |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $301M |
| General Services Administration | $156M |
| Department of Health and Human Services | $137M |
| Department of Homeland Security | $110M |
| Department of Justice | $90.5M |
| Department of the Interior | $53.4M |
| Department of State | $23.8M |
| Department of Transportation | $19.6M |
Department of Defense was the top federal buyer in Minnesota, obligating $621M (32.2% of the state total).
Which vendors and industries receive the largest federal spending in Minnesota?
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION is the largest vendor, receiving $216M in obligations. MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC and CUMMINS POWER GENERATION INC. follow with $106M and $85.4M respectively. Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing is the largest industry by obligations at $216M, followed by Commercial and Institutional Building Construction at $147M and Cheese Manufacturing at $112M.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $216M |
| MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC | $106M |
| CUMMINS POWER GENERATION INC. | $85.4M |
| BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $78.3M |
| ASSOCIATED MILK PRODUCERS INC | $64.7M |
| AGILITI HEALTH INC | $64.2M |
| JENNIE-O TURKEY STORE INC | $58.6M |
| THE KINETIC GROUP SALES LLC | $49.7M |
| BONGARDS CREAMERIES | $39.9M |
| WESCOTT AGRI PRODUCTS, INC | $39.2M |
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION led all contractors in Minnesota with $216M, 11.2% of the state total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing | $216M |
| Commercial and Institutional Building Construction | $147M |
| Cheese Manufacturing | $112M |
| Motor and Generator Manufacturing | $68.5M |
| Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance | $65M |
| Engineering Services | $64.9M |
| Poultry Processing | $59.2M |
| Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | $51.5M |
| All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $49.6M |
| Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing | $46M |
Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing was the largest industry in Minnesota, with $216M obligated.
| Rank | Vendor | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $216M |
| 2 | MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC | $106M |
| 3 | CUMMINS POWER GENERATION INC. | $85.4M |
| 4 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $78.3M |
| 5 | ASSOCIATED MILK PRODUCERS INC | $64.7M |
| 6 | AGILITI HEALTH INC | $64.2M |
| 7 | JENNIE-O TURKEY STORE INC | $58.6M |
| 8 | THE KINETIC GROUP SALES LLC | $49.7M |
| 9 | BONGARDS CREAMERIES | $39.9M |
| 10 | WESCOTT AGRI PRODUCTS, INC | $39.2M |
| Rank | Recipient | Award Amount | Awarding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UNITEDHEALTH MILITARY & VETERANS SERVICES, LLC | $13.1B | Department of Defense |
| 2 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $1.5B | Department of Defense |
| 3 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $589M | Department of Defense |
| 4 | AGILITI HEALTH INC | $384M | Department of Health and Human Services |
| 5 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $378M | Department of Defense |
| 6 | NATIONAL RECOVERIES INC | $326M | Department of Education |
| 7 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $274M | Department of Defense |
| 8 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $248M | Department of Defense |
| 9 | ALLIANT TECHSYSTEMS OPERATIONS LLC | $224M | Department of Defense |
| 10 | ALLIANT TECHSYSTEMS OPERATIONS LLC | $223M | Department of Defense |
| 11 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $203M | Department of Defense |
| 12 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $176M | Department of Defense |
| 13 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $160M | Department of Defense |
| 14 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $159M | Department of Defense |
| 15 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $147M | Department of Defense |
| 16 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $131M | Department of Defense |
| 17 | MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC | $106M | General Services Administration |
| 18 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $99.9M | Department of Defense |
| 19 | KATO ENGINEERING INC. | $90M | Department of Defense |
| 20 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $86.6M | Department of Defense |
| 21 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. | $85.2M | Department of Defense |
| 22 | GENERAL DYNAMICS MISSION SYSTEMS, INC. | $75.4M | Department of Defense |
| 23 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $71M | Department of Defense |
| 24 | NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION | $66.3M | Department of Defense |
| 25 | OPTUMHEALTH CARE SOLUTIONS, LLC | $62.6M | Department of Defense |
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Frequently asked questions
How much federal contract money goes to Minnesota?
Minnesota receives $1.9B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. The state recorded 30,584 awards so far this fiscal year and the average award size is $63K. The current-year total is partial, fiscal year to date, and obligations are down 22.5% year over year.
Which agencies award the most contracts in Minnesota?
The Department of Defense awards the most contracts in Minnesota, obligating $621M. Department of Agriculture obligates $328M and Department of Veterans Affairs obligates $301M. General Services Administration obligates $156M and Department of Health and Human Services obligates $137M among the top buyers.
Who are the largest federal contractors in Minnesota?
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION is the largest federal contractor in Minnesota, receiving $216M. MCGOUGH CONSTRUCTION CO., LLC receives $106M and CUMMINS POWER GENERATION INC. receives $85.4M. BAE SYSTEMS LAND & ARMAMENTS L.P. receives $78.3M and ASSOCIATED MILK PRODUCERS INC receives $64.7M among the top vendors.
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