New Hampshire Construction Government Contracts
Find and win construction contracts in New Hampshire
New Hampshire offers substantial construction contracting opportunities with $2.2 billion in public construction in annual public construction spending. New Hampshire does not require a state contractor license, though local jurisdictions may have their own requirements. Only federally-funded projects require Davis-Bacon prevailing wages, as New Hampshire does not have a state prevailing wage law. Major contracting agencies include New Hampshire DOT, Department of Administrative Services, University System of New Hampshire, and other state and local entities.
- Business registration in New Hampshire (no state contractor license required)
- Performance and payment bonds for contracts over $100,000
- General liability and workers' compensation insurance
- Davis-Bacon prevailing wage compliance for federally-funded projects
- OSHA safety program documentation and compliance
- Vendor registration in New Hampshire's procurement system
Licensing
No state contractor license required.
Bonding
Performance and payment bonds required for contracts over $100,000
Prevailing Wage
No state prevailing wage (Davis-Bacon only on federal projects)
Major Projects
Highway improvements, Bridge replacements
Key Facts
- ✓No state contractor license
- ✓No state prevailing wage law
- ✓Small state - manageable market
- ✓Short construction season
New Hampshire Certifications
Top New Hampshire Construction Agencies
- New Hampshire DOT
- Department of Administrative Services
- University System of New Hampshire
- NH Housing Finance Authority
- Pease Development Authority
- 1Register as a vendor in New Hampshire's state procurement portal immediately
- 2Obtain certifications through New Hampshire DOT Bureau of Civil Rights (DBE - Disadvantaged Business Enterprise)
- 3Start with smaller projects to build your past performance record
- 4Attend pre-bid conferences - required for many state projects
- 5Research Davis-Bacon rates for any federally-funded projects
- 6Build relationships with prime contractors for subcontracting opportunities
- 7Monitor the state portal daily - most bids have 14-30 day response windows
- 8Target New Hampshire DOT contracts - they are a major issuer
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
- General Services Administration (GSA)
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
- Department of Defense (DoD)
- State DOT
- State Facilities Management
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How do I find construction contracts in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire construction contracts are posted on the official state procurement portal. Key agencies posting construction opportunities include New Hampshire DOT, Department of Administrative Services, University System of New Hampshire, NH Housing Finance Authority. Register as a vendor and set up bid alerts for construction categories (NAICS codes 236xxx, 237xxx, 238xxx). Current major projects in New Hampshire include Highway improvements and Bridge replacements.
Do I need a contractor license to bid on New Hampshire government construction contracts?
New Hampshire does not require a state contractor license. However, you must register your business with the state, and some local jurisdictions may have their own licensing requirements. Specialty trades (electrical, plumbing, mechanical) still require state-level licensing.
What bonding is required for New Hampshire construction contracts?
New Hampshire Performance and payment bonds required for contracts over $100,000. Federal projects in New Hampshire require performance and payment bonds under the Miller Act for contracts over $150,000. Tip: Establish bonding relationships before bidding - getting bonded after winning can delay contract execution.
Are there small business set-asides for New Hampshire construction contracts?
Yes, New Hampshire has certification programs including DBE - Disadvantaged Business Enterprise. Contact New Hampshire DOT Bureau of Civil Rights for certification requirements. Many state agencies have participation goals for certified businesses, giving you a competitive advantage on certain projects.
What are prevailing wage requirements for New Hampshire construction projects?
Only federally-funded projects require Davis-Bacon prevailing wages This means labor costs for state-funded projects may be lower than in states with prevailing wage laws. However, any federally-funded projects still require Davis-Bacon wage compliance.
What makes New Hampshire construction contracting unique?
Key facts about New Hampshire construction contracting: No state contractor license. No state prevailing wage law. Small state - manageable market. Short construction season. Major current and upcoming projects include Highway improvements, Bridge replacements, University construction, State building renovations.
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Visit the official New Hampshire procurement portal to find current construction opportunities.
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