Kansas Contractors Association

What Kansas Contractors Association does

Kansas Contractors Association (KCA) is a 501(c)(6) non-profit trade association founded in 1923 and headquartered in Topeka, Kansas, that serves as the leading voice of Kansas' heavy construction industry. KCA represents more than 230 contractors and suppliers engaged in highways, bridges, utilities, clean and storm water systems, railways, and airports — a member base whose firms collectively employ more than 43,000 Kansans and build/maintain 142,054 miles of roads and 24,925 bridges across the state. The organization operates as the state chapter of both the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), extending its reach into national advocacy and discount programs.

KCA's product and service portfolio centers on five pillars: (1) recurring membership services (annual dues of $1,650 first-year plus volume-based for contractors; $1,000 for suppliers/service providers), (2) member-facing operational programs including the weekly Construction Bulletin aggregating city, county, and KDOT bid letting information, the Construction Industry of Kansas Health Trust (group health insurance via Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, administered by IMA of Kansas), the Construction Industry Training (CIT) reimbursement program for KDOT workforces, and the KCA-KDOT Partnering Program; (3) safety and workforce programs including Work Zone Safe (free online teen driver training), Safety Awards, the Emerging Leaders Program, and mental health resources; (4) industry events including an annual convention (600+ attendees), a ConEd golf tournament, and a partnering conference; and (5) the affiliated Construction Education Foundation (ConEd), a 501(c)(3) that has contributed over $875,000 to scholarships and construction education since 1988. Technology infrastructure is conventional — a Squarespace website and Wild Apricot membership management platform — with no proprietary software, app, or AI capabilities.

Revenue mechanics combine subscription membership dues, convention sponsorship/exhibit fees, and advertising sales (newsletter, website, The Milestone magazine). The go-to-market is sales-led direct recruitment targeting heavy construction contractors and suppliers across Kansas, with the annual convention functioning as the primary acquisition and retention event. Strategic positioning is anchored in regulatory advocacy (IKE Transportation Program and local infrastructure funding), exclusive access to bidding information, and collective purchasing power for health insurance — a bundle that produces durable member tenure (multiple 90–100 year members) and creates meaningful switching friction for participants in the Kansas heavy construction market.

Name

Kansas Contractors Association

Legal name

Kansas Contractors Association

Website

https://webuildkansas.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kansas Contractors Association is a 100-year-old non-profit trade association based in Topeka, Kansas, representing 230+ heavy construction contractors and suppliers engaged in highways, bridges, utilities, railways, and airports, with member firms employing 43,000+ Kansans.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Trade Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (81392), Business, Professional, Labor, Political, and Similar Organizations (8139)

SIC

Heavy Construction Other Than Bldg Const - Contractors (1600), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Works General Contracting (IMAFAAAG)

Keywords

• Heavy construction trade association
• Construction industry advocacy
• Transportation infrastructure lobbying
• Contractor training programs
• Construction health insurance

Headquarters

HQ city

Topeka

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from contractors and suppliers. Contractors pay $1,650 for first year then dues based on work volume. Suppliers and service providers pay $1,000 annually.
2. Convention Sponsorship and Exhibits: Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities at the annual convention, Kansas' largest gathering of heavy construction professionals with 600+ attendees.
3. Advertising: Advertising opportunities in newsletters, website, and magazine (The Milestone) throughout the year.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kansas Contractors Association is a 501(c)(6) membership-based trade association that represents more than 230 heavy construction contractors and suppliers in Kansas, collectively employing 43,000+ Kansans. Its core offerings include annual membership (Contractor and Supplier/Service Provider tiers), advocacy at the Kansas Statehouse and before KDOT, a weekly Construction Bulletin of bidding opportunities, group health insurance through the CIK Health Trust, training reimbursement (CIT program), leadership development (Emerging Leaders), and the Work Zone Safe online driver training program.

Product overview

Kansas Contractors Association is a membership-based trade association serving the heavy construction industry in Kansas. The organization offers a portfolio of programs and services including membership management through Wild Apricot, professional development programs (Emerging Leaders, Training Reimbursement/CIT), safety initiatives (Work Zone Safe, Safety Awards, Work Zone Awareness Week), health insurance through the Construction Industry of Kansas Health Trust, a weekly Construction Bulletin for bidding opportunities, advocacy representation at the Kansas Statehouse, career and workforce development resources, mental health support resources, and the Construction Education Foundation (ConEd) which provides scholarships and internship stipends. The association also organizes major annual events including its convention, golf tournament, and partnering conference. The portfolio is structured as a unified membership organization with interconnected services supporting the workforce, safety, financial, and professional development needs of heavy construction contractors and suppliers across Kansas.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Work Zone Safe: A free online training program that prepares teen drivers to navigate work zones and share the road with first responders safely, offered through a partnership with KCA, Kansas Department of Transportation, Kansas Turnpike Authority and Kansas Highway Patrol
• Emerging Leaders Program
• Construction Education Foundation (ConEd)

Products and services

• Contractor Membership Annual membership for Kansas heavy construction contractors performing highway, bridge, utility, rail, airport, and water infrastructure work. Includes weekly Construction Bulletin bidding information, advocacy representation at the Kansas Statehouse, KDOT partnering participation, training reimbursement (CIT), free job postings, AGC of America and ARTBA membership access, and use of the KCA Member Center. Dues are $1,650 first year then based on work volume, billed annually.
• Supplier/Service Provider Membership Annual membership for equipment, material, and service suppliers serving Kansas heavy construction contractors. Includes access to 230+ contractor members, convention sponsorship and exhibit opportunities, advertising opportunities in KCA publications, networking with heavy construction decision-makers, and listings in KCA marketing channels. Dues are $1,000 per year, pro-rated based on join date, with a 3% transaction fee for credit card payments.
• CIK Health Trust Group Health Insurance Group health insurance program offered to KCA member contractors and suppliers through the Construction Industry of Kansas (CIK) Health Trust, administered by IMA of Kansas and underwritten by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas. Covers 90+ employers and has averaged only a 2.9% annual rate increase since 2013 through collective purchasing power.
• Emerging Leaders Program Three-part intensive leadership development program designed for Kansas heavy construction professionals moving into larger leadership roles. Includes networking, training sessions, and graduation at the KCA Annual Convention.
• CIT Training Reimbursement Program Reimbursement program for contractors and subcontractors performing KDOT work that covers expenses related to safety and skills training, including CDL licensing, crane training, safety talks, and in-house trainers.
• KCA Member Store Online and phone-based ordering system for KCA members to purchase association merchandise and materials, powered by Wild Apricot membership software.

Quantifiable outcome

• 43,000+ Kansans employed by member companies
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKCA is a state chapter of AGC of America. As a KCA member, dues are paid for automatic AGC membership, providing access to national-level trainings, discounts ($14 million saved by AGC members last year through discount programs), and networking opportunities.
• American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKCA is a state chapter of ARTBA. Provides members with access to ARTBA's free online courses on flagging, work zone safety, traffic control, and night work.
• Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKCA works closely with KDOT on partnering initiatives, bid letting information, and the IKE Transportation Program. The KCA-KDOT Partnering Committee has greatly contributed to successful completion of highway programs.
• Kansas Turnpike Authority (KTA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKTA collaborates with KCA on bidding opportunities, construction projects, and the Work Zone Safe program. All KTA bids are required via BidExpress system.
• HirePathsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCareer partnership promoting heavy construction industry careers. Features worker stories and job opportunities from KCA member companies to attract new talent to the industry.
• Kansas Highway PatrolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the Work Zone Safe program, offering free online training for teen drivers on work zone safety.
• IMA of KansascoreOthersManages the Construction Industry of Kansas Health Trust, providing group health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas to KCA members. Plan has 90+ employers and has stabilized costs since 1974.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of KansascoreOthersProvides health insurance plans and network for the Construction Industry of Kansas Health Trust serving KCA members.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Associated General Contractors of Colorado: State AGC chapter representing highway, heavy, and utility contractors in Colorado. Mirrors KCA's chapter structure, revenue model, and political advocacy function.
• Associated General Contractors of Nebraska: Regional AGC chapter serving construction contractors in Nebraska with comparable trade association structure, member services, and state DOT advocacy.
• Associated General Contractors of Missouri (AGCMO): Neighboring state AGC chapter serving heavy/highway and building contractors in Missouri. Operates the same state-chapter model with similar dues structure, advocacy, and training programs.
• Oklahoma AGC: State AGC chapter for Oklahoma heavy/highway contractors. Closely comparable in scope, member benefits, and reliance on the state DOT for project pipeline.

Others

• National Utility Contractors Association (NUCA): National association for utility infrastructure contractors — overlapping with KCA's underground utilities and water/wastewater member scope, though focused on a narrower vertical.
• American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE): National professional society for civil engineers. Adjacent to KCA's heavy construction ecosystem, with overlapping infrastructure policy advocacy and standards-setting influence.

Broad incumbents

• Associated General Contractors of America (AGC): National umbrella of which KCA is a state chapter. Operates the same trade association model at the federal level, providing KCA members with national training, discounts, and advocacy.
• American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA): National transportation construction association and KCA's other parent chapter. Provides member benefits like work zone safety courses and federal transportation advocacy analogous to KCA's state-level offerings.

Emerging players

• Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC): National merit-shop construction trade association with overlap in training, safety, and lobbying. Competes for the same contractor pool with a different labor philosophy than AGC.

Regional players

• Kansas Building Industry Association: State-level construction trade association in Kansas primarily focused on residential/commercial building rather than heavy infrastructure. Comparable Kansas trade association footprint and member services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC_0NO-Pb96CFABvxDwXAq8A
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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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