year 2024. Nearly all is traced to the presence of the FAA Center in Oklahoma City. In addition to Oklahoma, FAA contracting is highly concentrated in only a handful of states, including Maryland, Virgina, plus the District of Columbia. New Jersey, Florida, California, Massachusetts, and Kansas are the only other states to have $100 million or more in FAA contracts in fiscal year 2024. Oklahoma ranks 46th in NASA contracting with less than $1 million in fiscal year 2024. NASA contracting is dominated by California which is home to nearly 30% of the agency’s total contracting dollars in fiscal year 2024. Other large NASA contracting states include Maryland, Alabama, Texas, Virginia, Florida, and Colorado. These states are all home to major NASA installations. Aerospace Procurement by Oklahoma-Based Vendors. Figure 22 examines the share of federal contracts issued by the Air Force, FAA, and NASA that are fulfilled by Oklahoma- based vendors in fiscal year 2024. Statewide, approximately 55% ($3.0 billion) of the $5.45 billion in total contracting work across the state was issued by the three major aerospace-related agencies. Of total aerospace-related vending, 69% was performed by Oklahoma-based vendors in fiscal year 2024. Aerospace Procurement by Oklahoma-Based Vendors . Figure 22 examines the share of federal contracts issued by the Air Force, FAA, and NASA that are fulfilled by Oklahoma-based vendors in fiscal year 2024. Statewide, approximately 55% ($3.0 billion) of the $5.45 billion in total contracting work across the state was issued by the three major aerospace-related agencies. Of total aerospace-related vending, 69% was performed by Oklahoma-based vendors in fiscal year 2024. Figure 22. Oklahoma Aerospace-Specific Federal Procurement (FY2024) Federal Agency State of 10-County Oklahoma Oklahoma Region County Total Procurement $5,445,764,494 $4,177,176,535 $3,839,909,964 Total Aerospace-Related $3,008,092,737 $2,712,126,154 $2,666,024,906 Air Force $2,550,383,760 $2,262,664,107 $2,236,626,180 FAA 456,971,010 449,014,432 429,369,638 NASA 737,967 447,615 29,088 Aerospace Share of Total Procurement 55.2% 64.9% 69.4% Total Aerospace Greater OKC Region Aerospace Industry – 2025 Oklahoma ranks 4 th among the states in FAA contracting, with $457 million in fiscal year 2024. Nearly all is traced to the presence of the FAA Center in Oklahoma City. In addition to Oklahoma, FAA contracting is highly concentrated in only a handful of states, including Maryland, Virgina, plus the District of Columbia. New Jersey, Florida, California, Massachusetts, and Kansas are the only other states to have $100 million or more in FAA contracts in fiscal year 2024. Oklahoma ranks 46 th in NASA contracting with less than $1 million in fiscal year 2024. NASA contracting is dominated by California which is home to nearly 30% of the agency’s total contracting dollars in fiscal year 2024. Other large NASA contracting states include Maryland, Alabama, Texas, Virginia, Florida, and Colorado. These states are all home to major NASA installations.
Procurement Performed by Oklahoma-based vendors Share of Aerospace-Related Procurement Performed by Oklahoma-based vendors
$2,078,089,379
$1,954,094,199
$1,915,922,698
69.1%
72.1%
71.9%
Notes: Aerospace-related procurement is determined for each major aerospace-related agency with an action obligation in fiscal year 2024. Contracts deemed issued to Oklahoma-based vendors specify an operating entity with a vendor address located in Oklahoma. Source: SAM.GOV and RegionTrack tabulations
Greater OKC Region Aerospace and Aviation - 2025 Having a high share of in-state vendors fulfill federal contracts is crucial because it boosts the local economy by creating jobs and retaining revenue within the state, thereby fostering regional economic growth and stability. Additionally, it strengthens the state's aerospace industry by ensuring that local businesses benefit from federal investments, enhancing their capabilities and competitiveness.
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