2026 Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards® Gala
Mark your calendar for November 5, 2026, and join us for the Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards® (GovCon Awards), the premier event celebrating the government contracting community.
Presented by NVC, in partnership with the Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting, the GovCon Awards program draws more than 1,000 industry and government leaders, the awards recognize the exceptional companies, executives, and rising stars whose leadership, innovation, and achievements have helped shape this critical industry.
We honor excellence at every level, from emerging businesses to billion-dollar leaders, across categories including Contractor of the Year, Executive of the Year, Program of the Year, Public Sector Partner of the Year, and the esteemed Hall of Fame.
This program is more than just an awards ceremony; it’s where success is celebrated, vital connections are forged, and the future of government contracting is defined. Don’t miss your seat at the most anticipated night in government contracting.
Event Details
Event: Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards® (GovCon Awards)
Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026
Time: 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
- Registration & Reception (5:30 pm – 6:30 pm)
- Gala Dinner & Awards Presentations (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner