Small Business Spotlight

Small Business Set-Aside Spotlight — May 6, 2026

Today, there are 1,280 new federal contracting opportunities posted on SAM.gov, with 351 set aside specifically for small businesses, representing 27 percent of all listings. The majority of set-asides fall under the SBA Total Small…

351
Set-Aside Opportunities
27%
of All SAM.gov Postings
1,280
Total Postings Today

Set-Aside Program Breakdown

274
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside
48
Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
11
Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
6
Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise
6
8(a) Business Development Program
3
HUBZone Set-Aside
2
SDVOSB Sole Source
1
Indian Economic Enterprise

Analysis

Today, there are 1,280 new federal contracting opportunities posted on SAM.gov, with 351 set aside specifically for small businesses, representing 27 percent of all listings. The majority of set-asides fall under the SBA Total Small Business program with 274 opportunities, while specialized categories like SDVOSB and WOSB also have notable postings. This volume indicates a steady flow of contracts that small businesses can pursue across various sectors.

For small business contractors, the most active agencies posting set-aside opportunities include DLA Aviation, NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, and DLA Land and Maritime, which together account for nearly half of today’s small business opportunities. Focusing on these agencies and programs such as the SBA Total Small Business set-aside and SDVOSB can improve your chances by targeting buyers who prioritize small business participation. Additionally, industries like building construction, janitorial services, and aircraft parts manufacturing show strong demand, guiding business development efforts toward relevant NAICS codes.

To take advantage of these opportunities, use the filtering tools on SAM.gov to narrow searches by set-aside type and agency. Setting up a daily digest for new postings matching your criteria will help you stay current and respond quickly. Pay close attention to proposal deadlines to avoid missing out on contracts that align with your business capabilities.

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 COMMANDER NAICS 334419 — Other Electronic Component Manufacturing Closes 1026-05-11
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside W6QM MICC-FDO FT SAM HOUSTON NAICS 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction Closes 2025-04-21
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside FA8556 AFLCMC EBUK NAICS 336419 — Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Closes 2025-05-18
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside W07V ENDIST ST PAUL NAICS 531320 — NAICS 531320 (Real Estate and Rental and Leasing) Closes 2026-01-28
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH Closes 2026-03-25
SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside NAVSUP WEAPON SYSTEMS SUPPORT MECH Closes 2026-04-30

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