Federal contracts by state
Federal Contracts in Michigan: Spending, Agencies & Vendors
Data through 2026-08-24 · FY2026 to date
- Obligations, FY2026 to date
- $5.5B
- Contract awards
- 155,913
- Average award size
- $35.4K
- vs. prior full fiscal year
- 16.4% decline
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| FY21 | $6.8B |
| FY22 | $9B |
| FY23 | $8.4B |
| FY24 | $8B |
| FY25 | $6.6B |
| FY26 | $5.5B |
Obligations fell 16.4% year over year, from $6.6B in FY2025 to $5.5B in FY2026 to date.
Michigan has $5.5B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. The state recorded 155,913 awards with an average award size of $35.4K. Obligations fell 16.4% year over year. Annual obligations show a peak at $9B in FY22 and a steady decline to $5.5B in FY26. The Department of Defense is the largest buyer at $2.7B, followed by the General Services Administration at $1.8B. Automobile Manufacturing is the largest industry recipient with $1.8B, and Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing follows with $1.4B. GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. is the largest vendor at $1.3B. GENERAL MOTORS LLC, FORD MOTOR CO, and FCA US LLC are also major vendors with $633M, $619M, and $512M respectively. This mix of agencies, industries, and vendors highlights defense and automotive spending as the dominant components of Michigan federal contracting in the current fiscal year to date.
What changed in federal contracting year over year?
Obligations fell 16.4% year over year. Total obligations moved from $6.6B in FY25 to $5.5B in FY26. Award count and average award size are at 155,913 awards and $35.4K respectively in FY26 to date. The multi-year series shows a high of $9B in FY22 and a decline through FY26.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $2.7B |
| General Services Administration | $1.8B |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $221M |
| Department of Homeland Security | $206M |
| Department of Agriculture | $132M |
| Department of Health and Human Services | $108M |
| Department of Justice | $62M |
| Department of Commerce | $47.8M |
| Environmental Protection Agency | $44.5M |
| Department of Housing and Urban Development | $28.2M |
Department of Defense was the top federal buyer in Michigan, obligating $2.7B (49.7% of the state total).
Which industries and vendors drive Michigan contract dollars?
Automobile Manufacturing is the largest industry with $1.8B in obligations. Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing is second with $1.4B. GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. is the largest vendor at $1.3B, followed by GENERAL MOTORS LLC at $633M and FORD MOTOR CO at $619M. FCA US LLC contributes $512M, underscoring the concentration in automotive and defense suppliers.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.3B |
| GENERAL MOTORS LLC | $633M |
| FORD MOTOR CO | $619M |
| FCA US LLC | $512M |
| AVFUEL CORP | $145M |
| AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC | $113M |
| ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC | $102M |
| THE GEO GROUP, INC. | $92.1M |
| TRILLAMED LLC | $85.7M |
| RENK AMERICA LLC | $84.5M |
GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. led all contractors in Michigan with $1.3B, 24.1% of the state total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Automobile Manufacturing | $1.8B |
| Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing | $1.4B |
| Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing | $149M |
| Petroleum Refineries | $145M |
| Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction | $110M |
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) | $110M |
| Security Guards and Patrol Services | $102M |
| Engineering Services | $90.2M |
| Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | $81.3M |
| Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services | $73.6M |
Automobile Manufacturing was the largest industry in Michigan, with $1.8B obligated.
| Rank | Vendor | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.3B |
| 2 | GENERAL MOTORS LLC | $633M |
| 3 | FORD MOTOR CO | $619M |
| 4 | FCA US LLC | $512M |
| 5 | AVFUEL CORP | $145M |
| 6 | AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC | $113M |
| 7 | ROLLS-ROYCE SOLUTIONS AMERICA INC | $102M |
| 8 | THE GEO GROUP, INC. | $92.1M |
| 9 | TRILLAMED LLC | $85.7M |
| 10 | RENK AMERICA LLC | $84.5M |
| Rank | Recipient | Award Amount | Awarding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KOKOSING ALBERICI TRAYLOR, LLC | $1.9B | Department of Defense |
| 2 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.4B | Department of Defense |
| 3 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.2B | Department of Defense |
| 4 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $1.2B | Department of Defense |
| 5 | RENK AMERICA LLC | $903M | Department of Defense |
| 6 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $775M | Department of Defense |
| 7 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $762M | Department of Defense |
| 8 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $713M | Department of Defense |
| 9 | AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC | $698M | Department of Defense |
| 10 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $679M | Department of Defense |
| 11 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $548M | Department of Defense |
| 12 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $524M | Department of Defense |
| 13 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $489M | Department of Defense |
| 14 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $433M | Department of Defense |
| 15 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $411M | Department of Defense |
| 16 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $391M | Department of Defense |
| 17 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $379M | Department of Defense |
| 18 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $375M | Department of Defense |
| 19 | BAE SYSTEMS LAND AND ARMAMENTS L.P. | $365M | Department of Defense |
| 20 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $363M | Department of Defense |
| 21 | LOC PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS LLC | $294M | Department of Defense |
| 22 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $292M | Department of Defense |
| 23 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $278M | Department of Defense |
| 24 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $275M | Department of Defense |
| 25 | GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. | $222M | Department of Defense |
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Frequently asked questions
How much federal contract money goes to Michigan?
Michigan has $5.5B in federal contract obligations in FY2026 to date. Michigan recorded 155,913 awards with an average award size of $35.4K. Obligations fell 16.4% year over year compared with FY25.
Which agencies award the most contracts in Michigan?
The Department of Defense leads with $2.7B, followed by the General Services Administration with $1.8B. Other major buying agencies include the Department of Veterans Affairs with $221M, the Department of Homeland Security with $206M, and the Department of Agriculture with $132M.
Who are the largest federal contractors in Michigan?
GENERAL DYNAMICS LAND SYSTEMS INC. is the largest contractor with $1.3B. GENERAL MOTORS LLC is next with $633M, followed by FORD MOTOR CO with $619M and FCA US LLC with $512M. Other notable vendors include AVFUEL CORP with $145M and AMERICAN RHEINMETALL VEHICLES, LLC with $113M.
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