Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, 148 new federal contract opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with 43 of those reserved specifically for small businesses, making up 29% of the total. The majority of set-aside postings fall under the SBA Total Small Business category, totaling 36, while smaller numbers target service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, and historically underutilized business zones. Unrestricted opportunities still dominate the landscape with 105 new postings.
For small business contractors, this means focusing your efforts on the SBA Total Small Business set-asides, as they represent the largest share of opportunities. Key agencies like NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support and DLA Aviation are leading in small business postings, suggesting sectors such as manufacturing and logistics are currently active. Aligning your business development strategy to these agencies and program types can improve your chances by targeting areas with consistent demand.
To act, use SAM.gov’s filters to narrow searches by set-aside type and agency to stay focused on relevant opportunities. Setting up a daily email digest can help you monitor new postings efficiently and ensure you don’t miss important deadlines. Staying organized and responsive to these opportunities will increase your chances of winning small business federal contracts.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH — 8 opportunities
- DLA AVIATION — 4 opportunities
- W6QM MICC-FT DRUM — 3 opportunities
- DLA TROOP SUPPORT — 3 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 2 opportunities
- PROGRAM SUPPORT CENTER ACQ MGMT SVC — 1 opportunity
- W6QM MICC-FDO FT HOOD — 1 opportunity
- BASE PORTSMOUTH(00027) — 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.
- 332919 — Other Metal Valve and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (6 opportunities)
- 332722 — Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing (3 opportunities)
- 237310 — Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction (2 opportunities)
- 335311 — Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 336360 — Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 518210 — Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (1 opportunities)
- 337211 — NAICS 337211 (Metal, Machinery, Electronics, and Transportation Manufacturing) (1 opportunities)
- 323111 — Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (1 opportunities)
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