Government Contracts in South Carolina
Federal contracts with the place of performance in South Carolina
Government contracts in South Carolina totaled $28.9B across 141,715 awards from FY2024 to FY2026. Obligations in FY2026 were up 19% compared with FY2025, and the Department of Energy was the largest buyer, accounting for $11.7B, or 40% of the total.
Key figures
In FY2026, contract obligations were $9,906,955,223 across 20,049 awards with activity that year, a change of +19% from $8,325,364,806 in FY2025. From FY2024 to FY2026, obligations totaled $28,854,576,409 across 141,715 awards.
- Obligated in FY2026
- $9.9B
- Awards in FY2026
- 20,049
- Change vs FY2025
- +19%
- Total, FY2024 to FY2026
- $28.9B
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.
Federal contract spending in South Carolina by year
Federal contracts in South Carolina per fiscal year (October to September), counted where the work is performed. These are federal contracts only; state and local government contracts are not included.
| Fiscal year | Obligated | Awards | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $9,906,955,223 | 20,049 | +19% |
| FY2025 | $8,325,364,806 | 55,721 | -21.6% |
| FY2024 | $10,622,256,380 | 72,492 | n/a |
About federal contract spending in South Carolina
Federal contract spending in South Carolina fell 7% from FY2024 ($10.6B) to FY2026 ($9.9B). FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
The Department of Energy is the biggest federal buyer in South Carolina, with 40% of contract dollars, followed by the Department of Defense (35%).
The leading industries for government contracts in South Carolina are facilities support services, engineering services and remediation services.
Spending is fairly concentrated: the top 3 federal contractors account for 45% of the total.
Top federal contractors in South Carolina
Companies ranked by contract dollars for work performed in South Carolina. They may be based in any state.
| # | Contractor | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC | $7,457,387,443 | 25.8% |
| 2 | Savannah River Mission Completion, LLC | $3,037,044,626 | 10.5% |
| 3 | Advanced Technology International | $2,498,465,378 | 8.7% |
| 4 | Battelle Savannah River Alliance, LLC | $990,155,213 | 3.4% |
| 5 | Palmetto Gba, LLC | $927,705,421 | 3.2% |
| 6 | Amentum Services, Inc. | $848,075,620 | 2.9% |
| 7 | Detyens Shipyards Inc | $575,741,603 | 2.0% |
| 8 | So-Pak-Co, Inc | $571,868,084 | 2.0% |
| 9 | Scientific Research Corporation | $540,355,162 | 1.9% |
| 10 | Companion Data Services LLC | $534,320,168 | 1.9% |
Agencies spending in South Carolina
Federal agencies ranked by contract dollars for work performed in South Carolina.
| # | Agency | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of Energy | $11,656,666,964 | 40.4% |
| 2 | Department of Defense | $10,139,636,668 | 35.1% |
| 3 | Department of Health and Human Services | $3,932,668,801 | 13.6% |
| 4 | Department of Veterans Affairs | $954,402,122 | 3.3% |
| 5 | Department of Homeland Security | $734,104,554 | 2.5% |
| 6 | Department of Agriculture | $356,940,928 | 1.2% |
| 7 | Department of State | $273,540,788 | 0.9% |
| 8 | Department of Transportation | $248,413,670 | 0.9% |
| 9 | Department of Justice | $148,921,760 | 0.5% |
| 10 | General Services Administration | $141,429,719 | 0.5% |
Top industries for South Carolina government contracts
Industry codes (NAICS) on federal contracts in South Carolina, ranked by dollars.
| # | Industry | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Facilities Support ServicesNAICS 561210 | $8,380,199,748 | 29.0% |
| 2 | Engineering ServicesNAICS 541330 | $3,410,855,249 | 11.8% |
| 3 | Remediation ServicesNAICS 562910 | $3,137,465,879 | 10.9% |
| 4 | Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)NAICS 541714 | $1,793,403,334 | 6.2% |
| 5 | Commercial and Institutional Building ConstructionNAICS 236220 | $1,592,032,689 | 5.5% |
| 6 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)NAICS 541715 | $1,339,531,741 | 4.6% |
| 7 | Direct Health and Medical Insurance CarriersNAICS 524114 | $781,054,047 | 2.7% |
| 8 | Ship Building and RepairingNAICS 336611 | $676,759,750 | 2.3% |
| 9 | Biological Product (except Diagnostic) ManufacturingNAICS 325414 | $662,999,778 | 2.3% |
| 10 | Computer Systems Design ServicesNAICS 541512 | $652,929,259 | 2.3% |
Recent federal contracts in South Carolina
The latest federal contracts performed in South Carolina, newest first. Each award ID links to its record on USAspending.gov.
| Start date | Recipient | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Construction Support Solutions LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityCONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES PIER MIKE, CHARLESTON SC | $890,535 | 70Z04726FPCNI0020 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Johnson Controls Fire Protection LP | Department of Homeland SecurityFY27 PIER P FIRE ALARM MONITORING | $0 | 70Z03626PCHAR0035 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | SDC Tidewater JV, LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityB1786 WAREHOUSE RENOVATION | $399,881 | 70LCHS26FPFB00126 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | SDC Tidewater JV, LLC | Department of Homeland SecurityBUILDING 53 ROOF REPAIR AND COATING | $320,082 | 70LCHS26FPFB00125 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Apple Ten Hospitality Management Inc. | Department of Homeland SecurityOFF CENTER HOUSING FOR STUDENTS WHEN DORMS ARE AT CAPACITY | $58,067 | 70LCHS26FPFB00086 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Ips, Inc. | Department of Homeland SecurityFACILITY REPAIRS | $1,514,033 | 70B01C26C00000150 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Corg Management Group LLC | General Services AdministrationATRIUM WINDOW EMERGENCY ACTION LOCATED IN CHARLESTON, SC SC0076AC | $161 | 47PC5226F0593 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Transox Inc | Department of Veterans AffairsHOME OXYGEN | $237,200 | 36C24826N0993 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Us&S Inc | Department of Veterans AffairsVAHO FACILITIES MAINTENANCE | $485,224 | 36C10F26F50002 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | The Gordian Group, Inc. | Social Security AdministrationTHE PURPOSE OF THIS PURCHASE ORDER IS TO ACQUIRE ACCURATE AND UP-TO-DATE COST INFORMATION TO BE USED BY THE OFFICE OF FACILITIES NATIONWIDE TO PLAN CONSTRUCTION, COST ESTIMATES, AND REPAIR-RELATED COS | $106,138 | 28321326P00050096 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Alphavets, Inc | Department of JusticeFY26 - LEAVENWORTH ICT II - DOUBLE TIER LOCKERS | $33,800 | 15B0AT26F40000012 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Curtis & Croft, LLC | Department of AgricultureCLOSING SERVICES ORDER FOR SOUTH CAROLINA WRE | $16,246 | 12FPC426P0055 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Fisher Scientific Company L.l.c. | Department of AgricultureROTOR GRINDING AND CUTTING MILL REQUIRED TO GRIND MICRO PLASTICS FOR PLANT UPTAKE RESEARCH | $52,734 | 1282A726P0023 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Archaeological Consultants of the Carolinas, Inc | Department of AgricultureAN INTENSIVE ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY | $1,315,260 | 12444726F0086 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Unique Technology Systems LLC | Department of AgricultureTHIS PROJECT REQUIRES THE PURCHASE OF A TRANSPLANTER, COMPATIBLE WITH 10-12; SWEETPOTATO VINE CUTTINGS (SLIPS), WITH LAND-WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM, ADJUSTABLE WHEELS, AND FINGER-STYLE DISTRIBUTORS FOR PRECI | $16,056 | 12444126P0039 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Federon Procurement Solutions | Department of AgricultureTHIS ACTION IS TO REPLACE TRACTOR EN7284 USED IN PRESCRIBED FIRE AND WILDFIRE RESPONSE AND OTHER OPERATIONS ON THE ENOREE RANGER DISTRICT. | $100,000 | 12444126P0027 |
| Sep 30, 2026 | Sparrow & Kennedy Tractor Co., Inc. | Department of Agriculture125HP TRACTOR WITH GPS GUIDANCE AND AUTOSTEER RTK, FRONT MOUNTED SPRAY TANK (200GAL), AT LEAST 45 HYDRAULIC BOOMS, AND CONTROLLER SYSTEM. THIS TRACTOR WILL REPLACE THE EXISTING JOHN DEERE 6420 AT USDA | $136,099 | 123A9426P0067 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Ean Holdings, LLC | General Services AdministrationSHORT TERM RENTAL OF MOTOR VEHICLES | $46,124 | 47QMCE26FB654 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Titan Defense LLC | General Services AdministrationTITAN DEFENSE LLC-TD-HZM-072 HAZMAT & MAINTENANCE KIT | $14,971 | 47QSWA26P1KW1 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | The Mil Corporation | Department of StateCOMPENSATION SYSTEMS INTERFACE SUPPPORT SERVICES | $1,717,046 | 19AQMM26F7277 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Stilten, LTD. Co. | Department of AgricultureFOUNDATION REPAIR BLDG 44 | $87,550 | 1232SA26P0916 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Guideline Geo Americas Inc | Department of Health and Human ServicesGROUND PENETRATING RADAR- EO 14398 | $108,154 | 75D30126P21739 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Steen Enterprises Inc | Department of Homeland SecurityKUBOTA 74HP SKID STEER AND EQUIPMENT | $89,050 | 70LCHS26PPFB00044 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Access Portable Toilets Inc | Department of Homeland SecurityPORTABLE TOILETS WITH HAND SANITIZERS FOR TRAINING VENUES | $9,251 | 70LCHS26PPFB00043 |
| Sep 29, 2026 | Amerigas Propane, L.P. | Department of Homeland SecurityPROPANE FOR BOILER START-UP | $0 | 70LCHS26FPFB00119 |
Open government contracts in South Carolina
The newest open notices from SAM.gov. Bidding needs a free SAM.gov registration.
Dept of Defense · Solicitation · NAICS 236220 · SC
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 2, 2026
- FY27 MACCClosing soon
Dept of Defense · Solicitation · NAICS 236220 · SC · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Nov 4, 2026
Dept of Defense · Solicitation · NAICS 237310 · SC · Small Business Set Aside - Total
Posted Oct 30, 2026 · Responses due Dec 2, 2026
How to win government contracts in South Carolina
Federal agencies buy goods and services in South Carolina every day. Register your business for free on SAM.gov, search open bids with the place of performance in South Carolina, and look at which agencies and federal contractors in South Carolina buy what you sell. Contractors already working in the state often need local subcontractors.
Explore government contracts in South Carolina
- Government facilities maintenance contracts
- Government engineering contracts
- Government remediation services contracts
- Government research and development in biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) contracts
- Government construction contracts
- Department of Energy contracts
- Department of Defense contracts
- Department of Health and Human Services contracts
- Department of Veterans Affairs contracts
- Department of Homeland Security contracts
- Savannah River Nuclear Solutions government contracts
- Savannah River Mission Completion government contracts
- Advanced Technology International government contracts
- Battelle Savannah River Alliance government contracts
- Palmetto Gba government contracts
Frequently asked questions
- How much federal contract money goes to South Carolina?
- Federal agencies obligated $28.9B on contracts performed in South Carolina from FY2024 to FY2026, across 141,715 contract awards, including $9.9B in FY2026. This counts federal contracts only, by place of performance; state and local government contracts are not included.
- Who are the largest federal contractors in South Carolina?
- By contract dollars for work performed in South Carolina from FY2024 to FY2026, the largest were Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC ($7.5B), Savannah River Mission Completion, LLC ($3B) and Advanced Technology International ($2.5B). They may be based in any state.
- Which agency spends the most on contracts in South Carolina?
- The Department of Energy obligated $11.7B on contracts performed in South Carolina, 40% of the total. Next were the Department of Defense and the Department of Health and Human Services.
- What industries get the most federal contracts in South Carolina?
- By contract dollars: facilities support services (NAICS 561210, $8.4B), engineering services (NAICS 541330, $3.4B) and remediation services (NAICS 562910, $3.1B).
- Is federal contract spending in South Carolina growing?
- Federal contract obligations for work in South Carolina fell 7% from FY2024 ($10.6B) to FY2026 ($9.9B). FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
- How do I find government contracts in South Carolina?
- Filter open federal bids on SAM.gov (or the open bids page here) by place of performance in South Carolina. For state government contracts, use the South Carolina state procurement portal, and check your city and county websites for local bids.