Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, 29 federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with 13 of those set aside specifically for small businesses, making up 45% of the total. Among the set-asides, nine are open to all small businesses, while two are reserved for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses and two for women-owned small businesses. The remaining 16 opportunities are unrestricted and open to all vendors.
For small business contractors, this means there are targeted opportunities across several set-aside programs, with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation posting the majority of small business contracts today. Focusing on agencies like DLA Aviation, which posted nine small business opportunities, can increase your chances of success. Additionally, opportunities are concentrated in manufacturing and technical services sectors, such as aircraft parts and scientific consulting, which should inform your business development efforts.
To take advantage of these opportunities, use SAM.gov’s filters to sort by set-aside type and agency, helping you focus on contracts that match your business profile. Setting up a daily digest on SAM.gov will ensure you receive timely updates, and closely monitoring response deadlines is essential to submit competitive bids. Staying organized and responsive will improve your chances of winning federal contracts.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- DLA AVIATION — 9 opportunities
- W7N1 USPFO ACTIVITY TNANG 164 — 1 opportunity
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 1 opportunity
- TECHNOLOGY ACQUISITION CENTER NJ (36C10B) — 1 opportunity
- DEPT OF COMMERCE NIST — 1 opportunity
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.
- 336413 — Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 332722 — Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 334519 — Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 238210 — Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (1 opportunities)
- 541690 — Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services (1 opportunities)
- 334419 — Other Electronic Component Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 541519 — Other Computer Related Services (1 opportunities)
- 335131 — NAICS 335131 (Metal, Machinery, Electronics, and Transportation Manufacturing) (1 opportunities)
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