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Last Updated: Oct 02, 2026, 12:52 PM

Heartland Services Inc., based in Tamaroa, Illinois with offices in Pinckneyville, is a well-established commercial construction company delivering quality work across state and federal markets. Now in its 13th year, Heartland Services has built a strong reputation as a General Contractor, completing projects for agencies including the Capital Development Board, Department of Military Affairs, Department of Natural Resources, HUD, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. With a focus on renovation, facility improvements, and construction services, the company continues to grow through consistent performance, strong client relationships, and a commitment to delivering reliable results.
As Heartland Services expanded its presence in government contracting, the company worked with the Illinois APEX Accelerator at SIU to strengthen its positioning. With this guidance HSI pursued HUBZone certification and expanded its NAICS and BidBuy codes, increasing visibility to new opportunities and helping open the door to federal contracting. With this strategic approach, Heartland Services successfully expanded into the federal contracting market, contributing to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects.
Looking ahead, the company plans to continue building on its momentum—growing with each awarded contract and expanding its impact across Illinois and beyond.
Reflecting on their experience, they shared: “With the guidance the Illinois APEX Accelerator at SIU, we have expanded into the federal government contracting space as a General Contractor. Their support has been instrumental in our growth.”
Connect with Kenneth Johnson from Heartland Services Inc. on LinkedIn