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Federal Construction Contracts in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's federal construction market is spread across two Army Corps districts, major defense depots in Tobyhanna and Chambersburg, naval facilities in Philadelphia, and VA medical centers in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Wilkes-Barre.
Pennsylvania Market
Federal Construction in Pennsylvania: By the Numbers
Based on active SAM.gov listings, federal award history, and RenovationRoute contract intelligence. Pennsylvania has two active Army Corps districts, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Both manage significant civil works and military construction programs. The state also has a large concentration of defense logistics facilities that generate steady maintenance and construction work.
Active Federal Contracts
610 active construction listings on SAM.gov in Pennsylvania. One of the most active states in the country for federal construction work.
Average Contract Value
$241,000 average per award. Small business set-asides (under $250K) have far fewer bidders and are where most contractors get their first federal win.
RenovationRoute Tier 1 Leads
35 high-confidence federal construction leads in Pennsylvania already matched to contractors in our platform. More than any other state outside the top three.
Who Posts the Work
Top Federal Agencies Posting Construction Contracts in Pennsylvania
These agencies fund the majority of federal construction spending in the state. Each posts opportunities directly on SAM.gov.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Philadelphia & Pittsburgh Districts)
Defense Logistics Agency (Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna)
Naval Support Activity Philadelphia
Department of Veterans Affairs (Pittsburgh, Philadelphia)
Key Installations
Military & Federal Installations Driving Construction in Pennsylvania
These facilities post construction contracts regularly on SAM.gov. Set-asides at these installations often see fewer than 5 bidders.
Tobyhanna Army Depot, Tobyhanna
Electronics maintenance depot with specialized facility requirements. It consistently posts construction contracts and sits in a rural area with limited competition.
Letterkenny Army Depot, Chambersburg
Missile and weapons systems maintenance with ongoing facility upgrade work.
Naval Support Activity Philadelphia, Philadelphia
Major naval support complex with regular facility contracts
Defense Distribution Center Susquehanna, New Cumberland
One of the nation's largest DLA distribution centers. Warehouse and infrastructure maintenance contracts post regularly.
171st Air Refueling Wing (Pittsburgh ANGB), Pittsburgh
Air National Guard facility with regular maintenance contracts
VA Construction
VA Hospitals and Clinics Posting Contracts in Pennsylvania
The Department of Veterans Affairs runs a large ongoing renovation and maintenance program at every VA medical center. Many of these contracts are SDVOSB or VOSB set-asides with limited competition.
VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System
Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center (Philadelphia)
Wilkes-Barre VA Medical Center
Lebanon VA Medical Center
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Common Questions
Federal Construction Contracts in Pennsylvania: FAQ
Answers to the questions contractors in this state ask most.
What federal construction opportunities are near Tobyhanna Army Depot?
Tobyhanna posts facility maintenance and construction contracts through the Army's Installation Management Command and the Philadelphia Corps District. These include administrative building renovations, utility upgrades, and specialized electronics facility work. The Poconos region around Tobyhanna has limited competition from local contractors, making it a good target for businesses in northeast Pennsylvania.
Which Corps districts cover Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is split between two districts. The Philadelphia District covers eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. The Pittsburgh District covers western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and parts of Ohio. Both post construction opportunities through SAM.gov.
Are there federal construction opportunities in rural Pennsylvania?
Yes, and rural areas often have the least competition. Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg, Tobyhanna in the Poconos, and the Carlisle Barracks all post contracts in areas where very few contractors are paying attention. VA medical centers in Lebanon and Wilkes-Barre serve mid-state communities with fewer competing contractors than Philadelphia or Pittsburgh.
Does Pennsylvania have many SDVOSB set-aside construction contracts?
Yes. The VA Medical Centers in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Lebanon, and Wilkes-Barre frequently use SDVOSB and VOSB set-asides for facility work. The VA has a mandate to maximize veteran-owned business utilization, so these set-asides are common on renovation and maintenance work under $5M.
Learn More
Resources for Federal Construction Contractors
Federal Opportunities Overview
See all the features RenovationRoute uses to surface and score federal construction contracts: compliance detection, win probability, SMS alerts, and more.
How to Register on SAM.gov
You cannot legally get paid on a federal construction contract without a SAM.gov registration. Our step-by-step guide walks you through the entire process.
Run a Free SPRS Precheck Before You Bid DoD Work
If the solicitation includes DFARS 252.204-7021 or CMMC language, check your readiness first. This free SPRS precheck helps you avoid spending hours on bids you could be disqualified from.
CMMC and SPRS Explained for Construction Contractors
Read the plain-English guide to DFARS 252.204-7021, SPRS scores, and CMMC requirements so you can quickly determine which federal opportunities fit your current compliance status.
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