Top NAICS Codes for Small Business Federal Contracts in FY2025 (So Far)
If you're chasing federal contracts in 2025, here’s a reality check: the agencies aren’t slowing down, and neither are the opportunities. From IT services to construction to niche environmental cleanup, small businesses are capturing billions in new awards—and it all boils down to which NAICS codes are winning.
How to Read an RFP Like a Pro: The 10 Most Important Sections to Skim First
If you’re new to government contracting, Requests for Proposals (RFPs) can feel like reading stereo instructions written in legalese. And when you're juggling operations, BD, and proposal prep, you don’t have hours to dissect every word of a 60-page solicitation just to find out it’s a bad fit.
AI is Rewriting the Rulebook for Small Government Contractors—Here’s How to Keep Up
The federal government is going all in on artificial intelligence, and if you're a small business in the government contracting space, this isn’t just interesting—it’s urgent. New AI-powered initiatives are streamlining how agencies operate, buy, and evaluate everything from predictive maintenance to cybersecurity tools. But with the opportunities come new rules, new risks, and a serious need for compliance discipline. If you’re aiming to stay competitive (and compliant) in FY2025 and beyond, now’s the time to act.
SBA’s 2025 Rule Shake-Up: What Small GovCon Firms Need to Know Now
If you thought your SBA certification was something you could “set and forget,” 2025 is here to shake up that assumption. A flurry of final rules and executive orders over the past year has rewritten the playbook on small business set-aside eligibility, M&A strategies, and how you hold on to that all-important “small” status. Whether you’re in the 8(a) program, pursuing women owned small business certification, or managing multiple 8a contracts services, these changes have direct—and potentially disruptive—implications.
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Federal Government Contracting for Small Businesses in 2025
If you're a small business owner looking to tap into the massive pool of federal government spending, the process can feel overwhelming—especially if you're just getting started. Acronyms like SAM, NAICS, UEI, and FAR might sound like alphabet soup now, but with a little clarity and a solid roadmap, you'll be well on your way to landing your first government contract.
SLED Contracting Just Got Easier—If You Know the Right Codes
Trying to break into state and local government contracts—or scale up your wins? Then you’ve probably wrestled with the alphabet soup of codes used in procurement. But here’s the thing: if you’re a small business focused on state, local, and education (SLED) markets, understanding Product Service Codes (PSCs) vs. NAICS codes isn’t just helpful—it’s strategic.
Pentagon’s New Procurement Playbook Could Be a Gamechanger for Small Contractors
The Department of Defense just issued a seismic shift in how it does business—and small businesses should be paying close attention. On April 9, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base.” It’s a sweeping directive that reimagines how the Pentagon buys goods and services, with bold promises to slash red tape, speed up awards, and reward agility over bureaucracy.
The Best NAICS Codes for Small Businesses Going After SLED Contracts in 2025
State, local, and education (SLED) contracts can be a goldmine for small businesses, but only if you know how to position yourself. One of the most overlooked (but powerful) ways to boost your visibility and competitiveness? Picking the right NAICS code.
FY2026’s Skinny Budget: What It Means for Your Government Contracts
You might’ve seen the headlines: on May 2, 2025, the White House dropped its Fiscal Year 2026 “skinny budget” blueprint, calling for a $163 billion cut to non-defense discretionary spending—nearly 23% across domestic agencies—while boosting defense outlays by 13% to about $1.01 trillion . For government contractors and small businesses, this isn’t just politics as usual; it’s a roadmap of where opportunity—and risk—will lie in the year ahead.
Faster, Leaner, More Competitive: How the 2025 Federal Contracting Reforms Reshape the Game for Small Businesses
In May 2025, the Trump Administration dropped a procurement policy bombshell: a sweeping Executive Order, backed by a DoD memo, that rewires how federal contracts—especially defense contracts—are awarded. If you’re running a government contracting business, or thinking about jumping in, this just changed the landscape.
Navy Axes $568M in IT Contracts — Here’s What It Means for GovCon Firms
The Navy just pulled the plug on some of its biggest IT modernization efforts — and if you’re a government contracting business, especially in the tech or logistics space, this is a headline you can’t afford to ignore. We're talking about over $568 million in canceled contracts, including a massive human-resources overhaul and a failed logistics software program. And it's not just about what was cut — it’s about where the Navy is headed next.
Pentagon’s Tech Overhaul Could Reshape Government Contracting—Here’s What You Need to Know
The Pentagon is about to hit refresh on how it buys cutting-edge tech. A major reorganization is in the works that could consolidate several of its innovation arms into one new, streamlined acquisition powerhouse. If you’re in the business of government contracting—especially if you touch AI, defense tech, or R&D—this move could either open new doors or push you out of the running.
Real Opportunities in Competitive NAICS: Where to Bid Now (No Set-Asides Required)
In our earlier post, we spotlighted ten NAICS codes with the highest average number of bids per solicitation—places where government procurement is booming and competition is fierce. These are areas where buyers are spending and contractors are hustling to win. While crowded, they also represent massive federal contracting opportunities.
AI Education Executive Order: What It Means for Contractors and Small Businesses
Big news from Washington: On April 23, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order aimed at massively expanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) education across the U.S. K-12 and postsecondary systems. The move isn't just about coding classes—it’s about building a full ecosystem of AI literacy for students, teachers, and lifelong learners. And if you’re a government contractor or small business, especially those offering training, technology, or workforce solutions, this could open new doors.
The Most Competitive Federal Contracting NAICS Codes of 2024 (and How Small Businesses Can Still Win)
Federal contracting can feel like a crowded race, especially for small businesses trying to break in. Some contract opportunities get swarmed with bids, while others fly under the radar. Using fresh Fiscal Year 2024 data, our team has analyzed which NAICS codes to see the fiercest competition (measured by the number of offers per solicitation) and which might offer small firms a better shot. Knowing where the crowd is (and isn’t) helps you strategize which opportunities to chase.
Few Bids, Big Wins: 10 NAICS Codes with Shockingly Little Competition
What if you could bid on a government contract and be the only bidder? For small businesses in the know, FY 2024 data reveals exactly that kind of opportunity.