Small Business Spotlight

Small Business Federal Contracting Opportunities — May 5, 2026

2 small business set-aside opportunities posted on SAM.gov on May 5. 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, and HUBZone programs included.

2
Set-Aside Opportunities
5%
of All SAM.gov Postings
44
Total Postings Today

Set-Aside Program Breakdown

2
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside

Analysis

Today, 44 federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with only 2 reserved as set-aside contracts for small businesses, representing about 5% of the total. The remaining 42 opportunities are unrestricted and open to all businesses. Both set-aside contracts fall under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside program.

For small business contractors, this means competition remains high for the limited set-aside opportunities, which today come from agencies like NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech and NER Services MABO. Notably, one opportunity is in NAICS 238220, covering Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors. Staying aware of which agencies and NAICS codes post set-asides can help focus business development efforts where small business preference applies.

To take advantage of these opportunities, filter your SAM.gov searches by set-aside type and relevant NAICS codes to quickly find contracts you qualify for. Setting up a daily digest email from SAM.gov ensures you don’t miss new postings. Pay close attention to response deadlines to submit timely bids and increase your chances of winning contracts.

Top Agencies Posting Small-Business 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.

Sample Opportunities (Closing Soonest)

SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside NER SERVICES MABO (43000) NAICS 238220 — Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors Closes 2026-05-19
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH Closes 2026-05-22

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