Set-Aside Program Breakdown
Analysis
Today, 55 new federal contracting opportunities were posted on SAM.gov, with 14 of these reserved specifically for small businesses, representing 25% of the total. Among the set-asides, 13 are under the SBA Total Small Business program and one is designated for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). The remaining 41 opportunities are unrestricted and open to all bidders.
For small business contractors, the most active agencies posting set-aside opportunities include DLA Aviation, DLA Land and Maritime, and Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, which together account for the majority of today’s postings. The dominance of these Defense Logistics Agency components highlights procurement needs in manufacturing sectors like hardware, battery, and specialized instruments, reflected in the key NAICS codes featured. Understanding which agencies and industries are active can help focus business development efforts more effectively.
To take advantage of these opportunities, small business owners should filter SAM.gov searches by set-aside type to quickly identify relevant contracts. Setting up daily email alerts for new postings can ensure timely awareness, and monitoring submission deadlines closely is critical to avoid missing out. Staying organized and responsive is essential in a competitive federal contracting environment.
Top Agencies Posting Small-Business Opportunities
- DLA AVIATION — 4 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 3 opportunities
- DLA LAND AND MARITIME — 2 opportunities
- PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD GF — 2 opportunities
- W7PA USPFO ACTIVITY PR ARNG — 1 opportunity
- NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH — 1 opportunity
- FPS EAST CCG DIV 2 ACQ DIV — 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.
- 332510 — Hardware Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 334513 — Instruments for Measuring and Testing of Electricity Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 335910 — Battery Manufacturing (2 opportunities)
- 332996 — Fabricated Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
- 331210 — NAICS 331210 (Metal, Machinery, Electronics, and Transportation Manufacturing) (1 opportunities)
- 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (1 opportunities)
- 325612 — NAICS 325612 (Chemical, Plastics, Paper, and Nonmetallic Manufacturing) (1 opportunities)
- 339993 — Fastener, Button, Needle, and Pin Manufacturing (1 opportunities)
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