Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, 135 new federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with 70 reserved exclusively for small businesses, representing 52% of all listings. Among these set-aside contracts, 58 are open to all small businesses, while the remainder targets specific categories like service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and Indian small business enterprises. The remaining 65 opportunities are unrestricted and open to all bidders.
For small business contractors, the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) dominates posting activity, especially DLA Aviation and DLA Land and Maritime, making them key targets for business development efforts. The prevalence of set-asides within manufacturing sectors such as fasteners, aircraft parts, and mechanical transmission equipment highlights areas with steady demand. Focusing on SBA Total Small Business set-asides offers the broadest range of opportunities, while niche programs like SDVOSB and WOSB provide targeted openings for eligible firms.
To stay competitive, small businesses should use SAM.gov’s filters to narrow searches by set-aside type and NAICS codes relevant to their capabilities. Setting up a daily digest email will ensure timely awareness of new postings. It’s also critical to monitor solicitation deadlines carefully and prepare proposals early to meet agency requirements and improve chances of winning contracts.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- DLA AVIATION — 17 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 16 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 11 opportunities
- 248-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 8 (36C248) — 2 opportunities
- DLA TROOP SUPPORT — 2 opportunities
- FWS, GAOA — 1 opportunity
- NASA SHARED SERVICES CENTER — 1 opportunity
- COMMANDING OFFICER — 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.
- 332722 — Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (9 opportunities)
- 336413 — Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (5 opportunities)
- 333613 — Mechanical Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (4 opportunities)
- 339991 — Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing (3 opportunities)
- 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (3 opportunities)
- 332994 — Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing (3 opportunities)
- 541519 — Other Computer Related Services (2 opportunities)
- 336390 — Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
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