Government HVAC and Plumbing Contracts
NAICS 238220 · Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
Government HVAC and plumbing contracts for Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors totaled $3.2B across 11,795 awards from FY2024 to FY2026. In FY2026, obligations were up 0.7% versus FY2025, and the Department of Defense was the largest buyer, with $1.4B (45% of the total).
Key figures
In FY2026, contract obligations were $1,025,274,630 across 4,616 awards with activity that year, a change of +0.7% from $1,018,176,346 in FY2025. From FY2024 to FY2026, obligations totaled $3,174,822,419 across 11,795 awards.
- Obligated in FY2026
- $1B
- Awards in FY2026
- 4,616
- Change vs FY2025
- +0.7%
- Total, FY2024 to FY2026
- $3.2B
Note: FY2026 ended on Sep 30, 2026. The Department of Defense publishes contract data with a 90-day delay, so FY2026 totals may still rise as late reports arrive.
HVAC and Plumbing contract spending by year
Federal HVAC and plumbing contracts per fiscal year (October to September), under NAICS 238220. The table below lists the same numbers.
| Fiscal year | Obligated | Awards | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $1,025,274,630 | 4,616 | +0.7% |
| FY2025 | $1,018,176,346 | 5,367 | -10% |
| FY2024 | $1,131,371,444 | 5,858 | n/a |
About government HVAC and plumbing contracts
Federal spending on HVAC and plumbing contracts fell 9% from FY2024 ($1.1B) to FY2026 ($1B). FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
Spending is spread widely: the top 3 contractors account for 5% of the total. No single company dominates, which leaves room for new and small contractors.
The Department of Defense spends the most on HVAC and plumbing contracts (45%), followed by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The states with the most of this work are California, North Carolina and New York.
NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) is part of the Construction sector.
Top HVAC and plumbing government contractors
Companies ranked by contract dollars under NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors).
| # | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | North State Mechanical Inc | $60,151,909 | 1.9% |
| 2 | Blueway One JV LLC | $48,924,251 | 1.5% |
| 3 | Aktarius LLC | $46,582,044 | 1.5% |
| 4 | Jett'S Specialty Contracting, LLC | $42,817,624 | 1.3% |
| 5 | Consigli Construction Co., Inc. | $40,376,490 | 1.3% |
| 6 | Mill Creek Firelake JV LLC | $38,587,681 | 1.2% |
| 7 | Chenega Enterprise Systems & Solutions, LLC | $37,385,495 | 1.2% |
| 8 | Mechworks Mechanical Contractors, Inc | $36,842,513 | 1.2% |
| 9 | Capital Brand Group LLC | $36,098,270 | 1.1% |
| 10 | Ameritech Contracting LLC | $31,823,887 | 1.0% |
Agencies buying HVAC and plumbing services
Federal agencies ranked by contract dollars under NAICS 238220.
| # | Agency | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of Defense | $1,441,986,595 | 45.4% |
| 2 | Department of Veterans Affairs | $854,113,307 | 26.9% |
| 3 | Department of Agriculture | $187,492,835 | 5.9% |
| 4 | Department of Justice | $96,991,079 | 3.1% |
| 5 | Department of the Interior | $95,320,294 | 3.0% |
| 6 | General Services Administration | $88,687,978 | 2.8% |
| 7 | Department of Health and Human Services | $86,399,441 | 2.7% |
| 8 | Department of State | $84,850,200 | 2.7% |
| 9 | Department of Transportation | $80,835,829 | 2.5% |
| 10 | Department of Homeland Security | $65,433,661 | 2.1% |
Where HVAC and plumbing contract work is performed
States ranked by contract dollars, using the place of performance on each award.
| # | State | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | $347,336,376 | 10.9% |
| 2 | North Carolina | $178,412,237 | 5.6% |
| 3 | New York | $150,206,764 | 4.7% |
| 4 | Florida | $147,431,757 | 4.6% |
| 5 | Virginia | $146,625,472 | 4.6% |
| 6 | Maryland | $146,551,718 | 4.6% |
| 7 | Georgia | $140,112,109 | 4.4% |
| 8 | Illinois | $135,826,681 | 4.3% |
| 9 | Texas | $134,614,871 | 4.2% |
| 10 | District of Columbia | $116,402,321 | 3.7% |
Recent HVAC and plumbing contract awards
The latest HVAC and plumbing contracts, newest first. Each award ID links to its record on USAspending.gov.
| Start date | Recipient | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Multistack LLC | Department of StateMULTISTACK CHILLER PM SERVICE CONTRACT-7901 SRVC | $19,378 | 19GB5026C0003 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Apex Pro Services LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityTO PROCURE HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY REGION IX, PACIFIC AREA OFFICE, 546 BONNEY LOOP, BUILDING 520, FORT SHAFTER | $24,489 | 70FBR926P00000031 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Meptek Muhendislik Taahhut Ticaret Limited Sirketi | Department of StateHVAC SYSTEM | $659,524 | 19GE5026F0526 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Sam Logistics and Supplies Inc | Department of StatePURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF FAN COIL UNITS | $49,520 | 19TX1026P0395 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Willco-Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Heating, Acquisition LLC | Department of AgricultureGREY TOWERS HISTORICAL SITE HVAC SERVICES. | $6,950 | 12444326P0057 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Multi Air Services Engineers, Corp | General Services AdministrationTASK ORDER FOR KALAMAZOO USMS AREAS ELECTRICAL OUTLETS | $13,020 | 47PE5626F0525 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Ionic Contractors LLC | Department of Veterans AffairsFIRE SUPPRESSION SURVEY - VAMC CLEVELAND EO 14398 | $87,002 | 36C25026P1180 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Roth Bros Inc | Department of Veterans AffairsAIR HANDLING UNITS AIR FLOW STUDY EO 14398 | $8,276 | 36C25026P1159 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Healing Hands Healing Hearts L.l.c. | Department of Veterans AffairsAIR HANDLER UNITS - REFURBISHMENT | $101,975 | 36C25026P1114 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees | Department of StateRECONFIGURATION OF SHOWERS AND TOILETS | $37,528 | 19LE2026P0510 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees | Department of StateHVAC REPLACEMENT AT U.S. CONSULATE GENERAL PERTH, AUSTRALIA | $860,730 | 19GE5026C0152 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Key Reliable Services LLC | Department of StateHVAC | $9,323 | 19AQMS26P0365 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Trane Indonesia, PT | Department of StateCONTRACT - OVERHAUL SERVICES OF NEC TRANE CHILLER #1 | $101,200 | 191D3226C0026 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Springfield Solutions LLC | Department of AgricultureCTNF SODA SPRINGS DISTRICT OFFICE HVAC MODIFICATIONS | $15,430 | 1240LS26P0053 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Ez Contractor Group | Department of AgricultureI. CONTRACTOR WILL REMOVE AND DISPOSE OF EXISTING OUTDOOR A/C UNIT AND COILS AH 5 MODEL# H1DA024S06A, SERIAL# EFAM239778 AND AH 6 MODEL # H1D076S46A SERIAL # ENCM613011. II. CONTRACTOR WILL INSTALL NE | $52,733 | 1240LN26P0002 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Greenstone Construction, Inc. | Department of AgricultureTHIS PROJECT WILL ADD A SECOND FUME HOOD IN NEWLY RENOVATED LAB 230 TO ACCOMMODATE NEW RESEARCH. | $88,167 | 1240LN26F0018 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Fann Environmental LLC | Department of AgricultureREPLACE BOOSTER BUMPS, WATER STORAGE TANK FLOATS, AND OTHER PLUMBING RELATED ITEMS. | $33,355 | 127EAX26P0028 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Miscellaneous Foreign Awardees | Department of StateFAC-YORK CHILLER SERVICE BY-2026 PMSC#61 | $34,470 | 19MT8526P0484 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Bozdemir Construction LLC | Department of StateHVAC SYSTEM | $2,599,809 | 19GE5026F0518 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Xenturis LLC | Department of AgricultureTHE USDA FAESRU GREENHOUSE/HEADHOUSE AT 230 BENNETT LANE, BOWLING GREEN, KY 42104 HAS A BUILDING CONTROL SYSTEM THAT REQUIRES REPAIRS TO ACHIEVE PROPER OPERATIONS. THIS PROJECT IS TO ESTABLISH PROPER | $34,500 | 127EAX26P0030 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Keanu Cool Breeze LLC | Department of AgricultureREPLACEMENT OF AIR CONDITIONING UNITS IN NEMATOLOGY LAB | $23,076 | 127EAX26P0029 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Underwood Federal Solutions LLC | Department of AgricultureREPAIR FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS IN B1 AND B2. CORRECT THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM DEFICIENCIES LISTED IN THE ATTACHMENT. REINSPECT AND INSTALL TAG SYSTEMS. | $66,853 | 12441926P0034 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Shekar Engineering, P.l.c | Department of AgricultureBUILDING 3 AND 4 PPW CONNECTIONS | $974,151 | 12441926P0030 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Osteen & Lemmons Electrical & Mechanical Services, Inc | Department of AgricultureREPLACE FAILED 10-TON PACKAGED ROOFTOP HVAC UNIT SERVING DINING HALL. | $46,500 | 12441926C0013 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Fosselman Refrigeration, Heating & Air, Inc. | Department of AgricultureCONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN TO MODIFY EXISTING ROOM. | $23,000 | 1240LU26C0054 |
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How to win government HVAC and plumbing contracts
Federal HVAC and plumbing contracts are posted on SAM.gov under NAICS 238220. Register your business free on SAM.gov with this code, watch for HVAC and plumbing bids, and look for small business set-asides: many HVAC and plumbing contracts for small business are reserved for small firms.
Explore government HVAC and plumbing contracts by state, agency and contractor
- Department of Defense contracts
- Department of Veterans Affairs contracts
- Department of Agriculture contracts
- Department of Justice contracts
- Department of the Interior contracts
- Government contracts in California
- Government contracts in North Carolina
- Government contracts in New York
- Government contracts in Florida
- Government contracts in Virginia
Frequently asked questions
- What NAICS code is used for government HVAC and plumbing contracts?
- Federal HVAC and plumbing contracts use NAICS 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors). List this code in your free SAM.gov registration to be found for these contracts.
- Who are the largest HVAC and plumbing government contractors?
- By contract dollars under NAICS 238220 from FY2024 to FY2026, the largest were North State Mechanical Inc ($60.2M), Blueway One JV LLC ($48.9M) and Aktarius LLC ($46.6M).
- Which agencies buy the most HVAC and plumbing?
- From FY2024 to FY2026, the biggest buyers were the Department of Defense ($1.4B), the Department of Veterans Affairs ($854M) and the Department of Agriculture ($187M).
- Where are government HVAC and plumbing contracts performed?
- By contract dollars, the most federal HVAC and plumbing work is performed in California ($347M), North Carolina ($178M) and New York ($150M).
- Is federal spending on HVAC and plumbing contracts growing?
- Federal HVAC and plumbing contract obligations fell 9% from FY2024 ($1.1B) to FY2026 ($1B). FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
- Do I qualify as a small business for HVAC and plumbing contracts?
- It depends on the SBA size standard for NAICS 238220, which is set either by average annual revenue or by number of employees. Check the current table of size standards on sba.gov before you bid on small business set-asides.
- What do I need to bid on government HVAC and plumbing contracts?
- An active SAM.gov registration (free) with NAICS 238220 listed, the licenses and insurance your state requires for HVAC and plumbing work, and examples of similar past work. Construction contracts above certain values also require bid and performance bonds.