🚗 Automotive · McAllen, Texas
Valeo: McAllen vehicle computer plant
💰 $225 million (over five years)👷 500 jobs (up to)🏗️ Under construction since March 2026; production late 2027A plant making central computers for software-defined vehicles.
How to get on the sub list
The general contractor hasn't been announced publicly; watch local news and county permits. Valeo supplier portal →
Source: Valeo press release, Mar 2026 · checked Oct 25, 2026
How to get on the Valeo McAllen sub list
- Find the general contractor. It hasn't been announced publicly. Watch local news and McAllen's county building permits.
- Register as a supplier: Valeo supplier portal.
- Get prequalified. Have your insurance, safety record (EMR), licenses and references ready.
- Call the local economic development office. Texas and its counties often run supplier fairs and keep vendor lists for projects like this.
- Have a one-page capability statement. Build yours in Launchpad.
Work sites like this typically buy locally:
Site work, paving and concreteElectrical, HVAC and plumbingTrucking, hauling and equipment rentalSecurity guardsJanitorial and industrial cleaningLandscaping and snow removalFencing, signage and maintenanceCatering, staffing and office supply
Win government work in Texas while this one gets going
Cities, counties and state agencies in Texas post new bids every week.
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