Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, 23 new federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with 9 of those reserved exclusively for small businesses, representing 39% of all listings. All set-aside opportunities fall under the SBA Total Small Business program, ensuring these contracts are specifically targeted toward smaller firms. The remaining 14 opportunities are unrestricted, open to all business sizes.
For small business contractors, the Defense Logistics Agency dominates today’s set-aside postings, with DLA Land and Maritime and DLA Aviation each offering three opportunities, plus one from the Defense Health Agency and other defense-related commands. This concentration suggests defense-related manufacturing and services remain key focus areas. Notably, opportunities span various NAICS codes including chemical manufacturing and professional training, highlighting diverse sectors where small businesses can compete.
To take advantage of these opportunities, use SAM.gov’s filters to focus on SBA Total Small Business set-asides and relevant NAICS codes. Setting up a daily digest will help you stay current on new postings. Pay close attention to response deadlines to ensure timely submissions and maintain a disciplined proposal development process.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 3 opportunities
- DLA AVIATION — 3 opportunities
- DEFENSE HEALTH AGENCY — 1 opportunity
- FA5270 18 CONS PK — 1 opportunity
- DLA TROOP SUPPORT — 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.
- 325120 — NAICS 325120 (Chemical, Plastics, Paper, and Nonmetallic Manufacturing) (1 opportunities)
- 332510 — Hardware Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 611430 — Professional and Management Development Training (1 opportunities)
- 333310 — Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 332912 — Fluid Power Valve and Hose Fitting Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 332410 — Power Boiler and Heat Exchanger Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 332618 — Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 336350 — Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
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