Small Business Spotlight

Small Business Federal Contracting Opportunities — August 20, 2026

7 small business set-aside opportunities posted on SAM.gov on Aug 20. 8(a), SDVOSB, WOSB, and HUBZone programs included.

7
Set-Aside Opportunities
30%
of All SAM.gov Postings
23
Total Postings Today

Set-Aside Program Breakdown

6
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside
1
HUBZone Set-Aside

Analysis

Today, 23 new federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with seven specifically set aside for small businesses, making up about 30% of the total. Of these set-asides, six fall under the SBA Total Small Business category, and one is designated for HUBZone firms. The remaining 16 opportunities are open to all businesses, providing a mix of options for contractors at different stages.

For small business contractors, the most active agencies today include the Commanding General, NAVFACSYSCOM Marianas, and NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR Yokosuka, each posting two small business set-aside opportunities. The focus on NAICS codes related to real estate, rental and leasing, solid waste collection, septic services, and janitorial work suggests where demand is concentrated. Targeting these agencies and industries can improve your chances by aligning your capabilities with current government needs.

To take advantage of these opportunities, use SAM.gov’s filtering tools to narrow results by set-aside type and industry code. Setting up a daily digest will ensure you never miss new postings, and staying mindful of response deadlines is critical to submitting competitive bids. Consistent monitoring and quick action will help you stay ahead in the federal contracting process.

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 COMMANDING GENERAL NAICS 532490 — NAICS 532490 (Real Estate and Rental and Leasing) Closes 2026-08-23
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside COMMANDING GENERAL NAICS 532289 — NAICS 532289 (Real Estate and Rental and Leasing) Closes 2026-08-27
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR YOKOSUKA NAICS 562991 — Septic Tank and Related Services Closes 2026-08-27
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR YOKOSUKA NAICS 811310 — Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance Closes 2026-08-31
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside FA5025 356 ECEG PK NAICS 532490 — NAICS 532490 (Real Estate and Rental and Leasing)

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