Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, there are 791 new opportunities posted on SAM.gov, with 260 reserved specifically for small businesses, making up about one-third of all listings. The majority of set-aside contracts fall under the SBA Total Small Business category, but specialized programs like SDVOSB and 8(a) also have openings. Opportunities span a range of industries, from construction and janitorial services to shipbuilding and equipment maintenance.
For small business contractors, this means there's a diverse pool of contracts available across multiple programs and agencies. The Network Contract Offices and USDA ARS are among the top agencies posting opportunities, indicating where procurement activity is concentrated. Knowing which programs and agencies are most active can help you focus your business development efforts on the contracts where you have the best chance to compete.
To stay competitive, use SAM.gov’s filters to narrow down opportunities by set-aside type and industry codes relevant to your business. Setting up a daily digest email will ensure you don’t miss new postings, and tracking deadlines carefully will keep your proposals timely. Consistent monitoring and targeted responses are key to turning these opportunities into awarded contracts.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- 257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257) — 7 opportunities
- USDA ARS AFM APD — 7 opportunities
- W07V ENDIST ST PAUL — 6 opportunities
- 250-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 10 (36C250) — 6 opportunities
- 248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248) — 5 opportunities
- W071 ENDIST OMAHA — 5 opportunities
- NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH — 5 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 5 opportunities
Most Active NAICS Codes for Small Business
The following industry codes saw the most set-aside activity today. Click any code to view the full market intelligence profile.
- 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (26 opportunities)
- 561720 — Janitorial Services (10 opportunities)
- 238220 — Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (9 opportunities)
- 336611 — Ship Building and Repairing (8 opportunities)
- 811310 — Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8 opportunities)
- 238210 — Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (5 opportunities)
- 237990 — Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (5 opportunities)
- 561730 — Landscaping Services (4 opportunities)
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