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Conti Federal Awarded $39.9M Contract for B-21 Raider Alert Facility

Latest addition to Conti Federal’s growing portfolio at Ellsworth Air Force Base

Conti Federal Services LLC, a leading federal construction and design-build firm, has been awarded a $39.9M firm-fixed-price contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Omaha District to construct the B-21 Raider Alert Facility at Ellsworth Air Force Base (AFB), South Dakota. The facility will provide secure lodging and readiness space for B-21 aircrews on alert status, supporting the operational readiness of the next generation of U.S. air power.

Conti Federal’s scope includes construction of a 22,000-square-foot, single-story lodging and readiness facility for B-21 aircrews, as well as an Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) facility supporting B-21 alert operations.

“This award represents an important milestone as we continue supporting the B-21 Raider Program at Ellsworth Air Force Base,” said Edward Novak, Conti Federal Project Executive. “Earning our ninth project reflects the trust our customer has placed in our team and our ability to consistently deliver complex, mission-critical facilities that support national defense.”

Through its continued work supporting the B-21 Raider bed-down program at Ellsworth AFB, Conti Federal has built a significant execution enterprise and established strong relationships with regional trade partners in the Rapid City area. These partnerships and local expertise support efficient project delivery and continued mission success.

Construction activities are expected to be completed in November 2028.

In addition to this award, Conti Federal’s B-21 program portfolio at Ellsworth AFB includes the 60 Row EPS South, Flight Simulator Facility, Phase Maintenance Hangar, Radio Frequency Hangar, Fuel Systems Maintenance Dock, Dock 81, 60 Row EPS North and the Weapons Loader Training Facility. As a key contributor to the B-21 bed-down effort at Ellsworth AFB, Conti Federal continues to support the infrastructure required to advance the future of U.S air power.