Federal contracts by state
Federal Contracts in New Jersey: Spending, Agencies & Vendors
Data through 2026-08-24 · FY2026 to date
- Obligations, FY2026 to date
- $7B
- Contract awards
- 350,592
- Average award size
- $20K
- vs. prior full fiscal year
- 24.8% decline
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| FY21 | $8.9B |
| FY22 | $9.3B |
| FY23 | $9.2B |
| FY24 | $9.8B |
| FY25 | $9.3B |
| FY26 | $7B |
Obligations fell 24.8% year over year, from $9.3B in FY2025 to $7B in FY2026 to date.
Federal contracting in New Jersey has moved to $7B in obligations for FY2026 to date. The federal government recorded 350,592 awards this fiscal year to date, with an average award size of $20K. Obligations fell 24.8% year over year. The Department of Defense is the largest buyer, obligating $4.5B. Lockheed Martin Corporation is the largest single vendor, receiving $1.9B in obligations. Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences is the largest industry by obligations, at $1.4B. Recent fiscal years show higher totals, including $9.8B in FY24 and $9.3B in FY25, which provides context for the current-year decrease. These figures reflect contract obligations and the current-year totals are partial, fiscal year to date.
How has federal contracting in New Jersey changed this fiscal year?
Total federal contract obligations for New Jersey are $7B for FY2026 to date. Obligations fell 24.8% year over year. Award activity includes 350,592 awards with an average award size of $20K. Recent year comparisons include FY25 at $9.3B and FY24 at $9.8B, which shows higher prior-year totals.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $4.5B |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | $846M |
| Department of Homeland Security | $596M |
| Department of Transportation | $297M |
| Department of Health and Human Services | $233M |
| Department of Energy | $161M |
| Department of Agriculture | $93.3M |
| Department of Justice | $92.9M |
| General Services Administration | $66.6M |
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $44.1M |
Department of Defense was the top federal buyer in New Jersey, obligating $4.5B (63.8% of the state total).
Which agencies and industries dominate New Jersey federal contracting?
The Department of Defense is the top buyer with $4.5B in obligations. The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Homeland Security follow with $846M and $596M respectively. Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences leads industries with $1.4B, followed by Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing at $887M. Lockheed Martin Corporation is the top vendor at $1.9B.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.9B |
| ASRC FEDERAL FACILITIES LOGISTICS, LLC | $480M |
| WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, THE | $400M |
| BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | $261M |
| THE TRUSTEES OF PRINCETON UNIVERSITY | $192M |
| IT CONCEPTS, INC. | $172M |
| SHIONOGI INC | $156M |
| ICF MERCANTILE LLC | $150M |
| TRIMAN INDUSTRIES INC | $130M |
| L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | $108M |
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION led all contractors in New Jersey with $1.9B, 26.6% of the state total.
| Item | Obligations |
|---|---|
| Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) | $1.4B |
| Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing | $887M |
| Commercial and Institutional Building Construction | $490M |
| Computer Systems Design Services | $487M |
| Engineering Services | $365M |
| Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology) | $182M |
| Other Warehousing and Storage | $169M |
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | $162M |
| Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing | $150M |
| Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | $148M |
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) was the largest industry in New Jersey, with $1.4B obligated.
| Rank | Vendor | Obligations |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.9B |
| 2 | ASRC FEDERAL FACILITIES LOGISTICS, LLC | $480M |
| 3 | WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, THE | $400M |
| 4 | BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | $261M |
| 5 | THE TRUSTEES OF PRINCETON UNIVERSITY | $192M |
| 6 | IT CONCEPTS, INC. | $172M |
| 7 | SHIONOGI INC | $156M |
| 8 | ICF MERCANTILE LLC | $150M |
| 9 | TRIMAN INDUSTRIES INC | $130M |
| 10 | L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | $108M |
| Rank | Recipient | Award Amount | Awarding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $3.1B | Department of Defense |
| 2 | THE TRUSTEES OF PRINCETON UNIVERSITY | $2.2B | Department of Energy |
| 3 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.8B | Department of Defense |
| 4 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.5B | Department of Defense |
| 5 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.5B | Department of Defense |
| 6 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.4B | Department of Defense |
| 7 | BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | $1.4B | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| 8 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $1.1B | Department of Defense |
| 9 | URS FEDERAL SERVICES INTERNATIONAL, INC | $932M | Department of Defense |
| 10 | BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | $860M | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| 11 | BOOZ ALLEN HAMILTON INC | $810M | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| 12 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $630M | Department of Defense |
| 13 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $597M | Department of Defense |
| 14 | L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | $542M | Department of Defense |
| 15 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $525M | Department of Defense |
| 16 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $512M | Department of Defense |
| 17 | MAG DS CORP | $501M | Department of Defense |
| 18 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $498M | Department of Defense |
| 19 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $491M | Department of Defense |
| 20 | BAE SYSTEMS INFORMATION AND ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS INTEGRATION INC. | $453M | Department of Defense |
| 21 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $448M | Department of Defense |
| 22 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $442M | Department of Defense |
| 23 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $431M | Department of Defense |
| 24 | LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION | $418M | Department of Defense |
| 25 | IT CONCEPTS, INC. | $409M | Department of Veterans Affairs |
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Frequently asked questions
How much federal contract money goes to New Jersey?
New Jersey received $7B in federal contract obligations for FY2026 to date. The state recorded 350,592 awards with an average award size of $20K, and obligations fell 24.8% year over year.
Which agencies award the most contracts in New Jersey?
The Department of Defense awards the most contracts in New Jersey, obligating $4.5B. The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Homeland Security are the next largest buying agencies at $846M and $596M respectively.
Who are the largest federal contractors in New Jersey?
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION is the largest federal contractor in New Jersey, receiving $1.9B in obligations. ASRC FEDERAL FACILITIES LOGISTICS, LLC and WHITING-TURNER CONTRACTING COMPANY, THE follow with $480M and $400M respectively.
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