Engineering Services Government Contracts
Federal engineering-services contracts set aside for small business — design, studies, and A&E support for government projects.
Civil, mechanical, structural, and environmental engineering: facility condition assessments, design packages for repairs and renovations, transportation and water studies. The Army Corps, NAVFAC, and civilian agencies award much of it as small-business set-asides, often under architect-engineer (Brooks Act) procedures where qualifications — not price — decide.
104 active opportunities right now. Updated daily from SAM.gov.
Arc Flash Study
Analytical Operational Test and Evaluation Support Services
Surface Warfare Analytical Operational Test and Evaluation Support Services
Pharmacy Remodel
EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades
Upgrade Nashville Generator Systems
A/E Design Services for VA Medical Center
EHRM Infrastructure Upgrades in Milwaukee
AE Sprinklers and Ceilings
Correct Nutrition and Food Service Deficiencies
Campus Chilled Water Loop Repairs
Replace Water & Fire Piping Loop
Lexington VA Hospital Replacement Construction
Joint Base San Antonio Mission Training Complex
Multi-Discipline A-E Services for Civil and Military Works
Engineering Services contracts — common questions
How do I win federal engineering contracts?expand_more
Register on SAM.gov under NAICS 541330, and learn the A&E selection process: for Brooks Act procurements you submit an SF 330 qualifications package instead of a priced bid, and the most qualified firm negotiates price afterward. Strong, relevant project sheets in your SF 330 are the whole game.
What's the size standard for engineering firms?expand_more
NAICS 541330 uses a receipts-based size standard (with higher caps for a few named specialties like military equipment engineering). Check the SBA table — many mid-sized engineering firms are still small under it.
Are engineering set-asides common?expand_more
Yes. Small-business and SDVOSB set-asides are routine for A&E and engineering support work, and agencies use 8(a) sole source to place design task orders quickly. Certifications compound here because the same past performance carries across programs.
Set-Aside Pro is an independent publication, not affiliated with the SBA or SAM.gov. Size standards shown are from the SBA's published table — confirm the current figures and each solicitation's requirements before bidding.