Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, 111 new federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with 58 reserved specifically for small businesses, representing 52 percent of all listings. The majority of set-aside contracts fall under the SBA Total Small Business program, with smaller numbers available for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned and Women-Owned small businesses. These opportunities span a range of industries, with notable postings in engineering services and metal product manufacturing.
For small business contractors and business development professionals, this means focusing on the SBA Total Small Business set-aside program offers the broadest access to federal contracts, while niche programs like SDVOSB and WOSB provide targeted avenues with less competition. Agencies such as DLA Land and Maritime and NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Centers are the most active today, highlighting defense logistics as a prime area for pursuit. Understanding which agencies and NAICS codes are posting can help tailor your approach and increase the chances of winning contracts.
To capitalize on these opportunities, regularly filter search results on SAM.gov by set-aside type to match your business certification and strengths. Setting up daily email alerts can help you stay ahead of new postings and deadlines. Make sure to note response deadlines early and allocate time to prepare compliant and competitive proposals.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 30 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 7 opportunities
- NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK — 6 opportunities
- NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR YOKOSUKA — 2 opportunities
- DOL - CAS DIVISION 4 PROCUREMENT — 1 opportunity
- W07V ENDIST ROCK ISLAND — 1 opportunity
- 260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260) — 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.
- 541330 — Engineering Services (6 opportunities)
- 332722 — Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (6 opportunities)
- 332919 — Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (4 opportunities)
- 332999 — All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing (3 opportunities)
- 336390 — Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (3 opportunities)
- 333618 — Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing (3 opportunities)
- 333310 — Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 332994 — Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
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