# USACE Awards B-21 Hangar Contract at Whiteman AFB

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District awarded a **$74.9 million** firm-fixed-price contract to Conti Kight JV, a joint venture between Conti Federal Services and Kight Construction Group, to construct the first B-21 Radio Frequency Hangar at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. This contract supports the expansion of B-21 bomber operations at Whiteman AFB, the second operational base for the B-21 program after Ellsworth AFB. Construction is scheduled for completion by September 2029, marking a significant infrastructure investment in strategic Air Force capabilities.

- **Why this matters:** This contract represents a major opportunity for construction and engineering firms specializing in military infrastructure, particularly those with experience in secure and specialized hangar facilities.
- Procurement professionals should note the involvement of USACE Kansas City District as the contracting authority, indicating potential future related projects in the region.
- Contractors can leverage this development to position themselves for ancillary services and future expansions related to the B-21 program.
- The timeline through 2029 provides a multi-year engagement window, emphasizing the importance of long-term project management and compliance with federal construction standards.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Kansas City District (USACE Kansas City District)
- Whiteman Air Force Base (Whiteman AFB)

### Vendors
- Conti Kight JV, LLC (prime contractor)
- Conti Federal Services, LLC (joint venture partner)
- Kight Construction Group, LLC (joint venture partner)

### Key Quotes
> Conti Kight JV is proud to support the expansion of the B-21 mission to Whiteman Air Force Base and to construct the installation's first B-21 facility.
> — Peter Ceribelli, Chief Executive Officer at Conti Federal

### Sources
- [Conti Kight JV Awarded $74.9M Contract for B-21 RF Hangar at Whiteman AFB](https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/conti-kight-jv-awarded-74-140200533.html) - Yahoo Finance Singapore