Federal contracts by state
Federal Contracts in Texas: Spending, Agencies & Vendors
Data through 2026-09-28 · FY2026 to date
- Obligations, FY2026 to date
- $93.5B
- Contract awards
- 184,730
- Average award size
- $506K
- vs. prior full fiscal year
- 8.2% growth
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| FY21 | $55.1B |
| FY22 | $67.6B |
| FY23 | $81.9B |
| FY24 | $59.3B |
| FY25 | $86.4B |
| FY26 | $93.5B |
Obligations grew 8.2% year over year, from $86.4B in FY2025 to $93.5B in FY2026 to date.
This report covers federal contract obligations in Texas for FY2026 to date. Texas has received $93.5B in contract obligations through this fiscal year to date, spread across 184,730 awards with an average award size of $506K. Obligations are up 8.2% year over year. The Department of Defense is the largest buyer with $42.7B, followed by the Department of Homeland Security with $26.7B and the Department of Veterans Affairs with $17.9B. Commercial and Institutional Building Construction is the largest industry by obligations at $18.2B, followed by Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing at $13.5B and Aircraft Manufacturing at $12.6B. LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION and MCKESSON CORPORATION are the top contractors by obligations, receiving $14.1B and $12.2B respectively, with an additional $9.8B listed for LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION. Fiscal-year comparisons show rising totals from FY21 through FY26 with $55.1B in FY21 and $93.5B in FY26. This brief summarizes the buyers, vendors, industries, and year-over-year movement for federal spending in Texas.
What changed year over year?
Obligations in Texas rose year over year by up 8.2%. Total obligations for FY2026 to date reached $93.5B, after $86.4B in FY25 and $59.3B in FY24. Award volume shows 184,730 awards with an average award size of $506K, reflecting both scale and higher aggregate spending.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $42.7B |
| Department of Homeland Security | $26.7B |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $17.9B |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $1.8B |
| Department of Energy | $1.7B |
| Department of Justice | $670M |
| General Services Administration | $461M |
| Department of Agriculture | $372M |
| Department of the Interior | $212M |
| Department of the Treasury | $180M |
Department of Defense was the top federal buyer in Texas, obligating $42.7B (45.7% of the state total).
Which industries dominate federal obligations in Texas?
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction leads industries with $18.2B in obligations. Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing and Aircraft Manufacturing follow with $13.5B and $12.6B respectively. Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing accounts for $12.2B and Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing accounts for $4.9B.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $14.1B |
| MCKESSON CORPORATION | $12.2B |
| LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $9.8B |
| FISHER SAND & GRAVEL CO | $4.6B |
| BARNARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INCORPORATED | $4.5B |
| DAVIE DEFENSE INC. | $3.5B |
| SPENCER CONSTRUCTION LLC | $2.4B |
| SOUTHWEST VALLEY CONSTRUCTORS CO | $2.3B |
| BELL TEXTRON INC | $2.1B |
| AMI METALS, INC | $2B |
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION led all contractors in Texas with $14.1B, 15.1% of the state total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Commercial and Institutional Building Construction | $18.2B |
| Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing | $13.5B |
| Aircraft Manufacturing | $12.6B |
| Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing | $12.2B |
| Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | $4.9B |
| Ship Building and Repairing | $4B |
| Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists) | $3.6B |
| Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services | $2.8B |
| Petroleum Refineries | $2.2B |
| Facilities Support Services | $2.2B |
Commercial and Institutional Building Construction was the largest industry in Texas, with $18.2B obligated.
| Rank | Vendor | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $14.1B |
| 2 | MCKESSON CORPORATION | $12.2B |
| 3 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $9.8B |
| 4 | FISHER SAND & GRAVEL CO | $4.6B |
| 5 | BARNARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INCORPORATED | $4.5B |
| 6 | DAVIE DEFENSE INC. | $3.5B |
| 7 | SPENCER CONSTRUCTION LLC | $2.4B |
| 8 | SOUTHWEST VALLEY CONSTRUCTORS CO | $2.3B |
| 9 | BELL TEXTRON INC | $2.1B |
| 10 | AMI METALS, INC | $2B |
| Rank | Recipient | Award Amount | Awarding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $35.1B | Department of Defense |
| 2 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $30.2B | Department of Defense |
| 3 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $24.6B | Department of Defense |
| 4 | THE BOEING COMPANY | $22.7B | National Aeronautics and Space Administration |
| 5 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $12.3B | Department of Defense |
| 6 | BELL BOEING JOINT PROJECT OFFICE | $11B | Department of Defense |
| 7 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $10.5B | Department of Defense |
| 8 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $10.2B | Department of Defense |
| 9 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $9.1B | Department of Defense |
| 10 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $8.8B | Department of Defense |
| 11 | BELL BOEING JOINT PROJECT OFFICE | $7.3B | Department of Defense |
| 12 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $7.2B | Department of Defense |
| 13 | BELL BOEING JOINT PROJECT OFFICE | $7B | Department of Defense |
| 14 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $7B | Department of Defense |
| 15 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $6B | Department of Defense |
| 16 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $5.2B | Department of Defense |
| 17 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $4.8B | Department of Defense |
| 18 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $4.7B | Department of Defense |
| 19 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $4.6B | Department of Defense |
| 20 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $4.5B | Department of Defense |
| 21 | BELL TEXTRON INC | $4B | Department of Defense |
| 22 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $3.8B | Department of Defense |
| 23 | LOCKHEED MARTIN AERONAUTICAL SYSTEMS SUPPORT COMPANY | $3.7B | Department of Defense |
| 24 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $3.7B | Department of Defense |
| 25 | PANTEXAS DETERRENCE, LLC | $3.6B | Department of Energy |
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Frequently asked questions
How much federal contract money goes to Texas?
Texas receives $93.5B in federal contract obligations year to date. Texas obligations come from 184,730 awards with an average award size of $506K and the total is up 8.2% year over year.
Which agencies award the most contracts in Texas?
The Department of Defense awards the most contracts in Texas, obligating $42.7B. The Department of Homeland Security is second with $26.7B and the Department of Veterans Affairs is third with $17.9B. Other buyers include the National Aeronautics and Space Administration with $1.8B and the Department of Energy with $1.7B.
Who are the largest federal contractors in Texas?
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION and MCKESSON CORPORATION are the largest federal contractors in Texas by obligations. LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION appears with $14.1B and an additional $9.8B, MCKESSON CORPORATION has $12.2B, and other top vendors include FISHER SAND & GRAVEL CO with $4.6B and BARNARD CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INCORPORATED with $4.5B.
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