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FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors has 2,135,070 active records. Primary activity: contract (95% of records). 10 contractors competing for work here — a competitive market. 60.6% of opportunities carry a Full and Open Competition set-aside. Average award: $20,299,416 — 71x the national average. Expect detailed proposals with past performance requirements.

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High-Tech Medical Equipment: VA Has Opportunities to Improve Its Acquisition of Maintenance Services

Government Accountability OfficePosted May 6, 2026
NAICS 621999gao_gov
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Recently postedGovernment Accountability + NAICS
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Intelligence Specialist

Department of the Air ForcePosted May 6, 2026Closing soon
NAICS 336411USAJobs.gov
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Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operator)

Department of the InteriorPosted May 6, 2026Due May 20, 2026
NAICS 541620District of ColumbiaUSAJobs.gov
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Management Analyst

Department of DefensePosted May 6, 2026Due May 15, 2026
NAICS 541512USAJobs.gov
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Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland SecurityPosted May 6, 2026Closing soon
NAICS 541512IndianaUSAJobs.gov
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Supervisory Program Analyst (Informatics)

Department of Veterans AffairsPosted May 6, 2026Closing soon
NAICS 621111KansasUSAJobs.gov
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Nuclear Waste Cleanup: Better Data and Project Prioritization Vital to Managing Aging Infrastructure and Communicating Needs

Government Accountability OfficePosted May 5, 2026
NAICS 236220gao_gov
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Mechanism of TERMINAL EAR1 in regulation of plant development

National Science FoundationPosted May 4, 2026
NAICS 541715nsf_awards
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RAPID: Quantifying the Impacts of Canadian Wildfires on Ambient Aerosols in Atlanta

National Science FoundationPosted May 3, 2026
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Heritable, Epigenetic Effects of Paternal Alcohol Use on Fasd Phenotypes

National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and AlcoholismPosted April 30, 2026
NAICS 621999nih_reporter
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Menin and Ewing Sarcoma Metastasis

National Cancer InstitutePosted April 30, 2026
NAICS 621999nih_reporter
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The biology and phenotypic consequences of B-cell clonality driven by mosaic chromosomal alterations

National Cancer InstitutePosted April 30, 2026
NAICS 621999nih_reporter
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Hydrogen Energy: Technologies Offer Potential Benefits but Face Challenges to Widespread Use

Government Accountability OfficePosted April 30, 2026
NAICS 236220gao_gov
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United Nations Renovations: Budget and Schedule Status of Selected Projects Are Mixed, and State Could Strengthen Oversight

Government Accountability OfficePosted April 29, 2026
NAICS 236220gao_gov
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US Government Seeks Sources for Leased Professional Space

UnknownPosted April 27, 2026Due May 28, 2026
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US Government Seeks Sources for Leased Retail and Related Space

UnknownPosted April 22, 2026Due May 23, 2026
SAM.gov
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US Government Seeks Sources for Leased Retail and Related Space

UnknownPosted April 22, 2026Due May 23, 2026
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US Government Seeks Sources for Leased Retail and Related Space

UnknownPosted April 22, 2026Due May 23, 2026
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US Government Seeks Sources for Leased Retail and Related Space

UnknownPosted April 22, 2026Due May 23, 2026
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Navy And Coast Guard Shipbuilding: A Disciplined, Strategy-Driven Approach Is Needed to Achieve Ambitious Goals

Government Accountability OfficePosted April 22, 2026
NAICS 236220gao_gov
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Market Opportunity Score
FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors
Volume
100
Growth
100
Competition
50
Small Biz
100
Diversity
100

Excellent opportunity — high volume, growing market, accessible to new entrants.

$2.1B
Awarded this week
$10.0B
Navy And Coast Guard Shipbuilding: A ...
$20,299,416
Avg award — 112.8x the federal average
60.6%
Full and Open Competition set-aside
3 closing soon
Response deadline within 7 days
Intelligence SpecialistTransportation Security OfficerSupervisory Program Analyst (Informatics)
4 high-value
Estimated above $40.6M
Navy And Coast Guard Shipbuilding: A Disciplined, Strategy-Driven Approach Is Needed to Achieve Ambitious GoalsUnited Nations Renovations: Budget and Schedule Status of Selected Projects Are Mixed, and State Could Strengthen OversightNuclear Waste Cleanup: Better Data and Project Prioritization Vital to Managing Aging Infrastructure and Communicating Needs
For small businesses: 100% are set-aside7 simplified acquisition opportunities under $250K

Closing Soon

4 deadlines in next 14 days
6d

Intelligence Specialist

Department of the Air ForceDue May 12
7d

Transportation Security Officer

Department of Homeland SecurityDue May 13
7d

Supervisory Program Analyst (Informatics)

Department of Veterans AffairsDue May 13
9d

Management Analyst

Department of DefenseDue May 15
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High-Tech Medical Equipment: VA Has Opportunities to Improve Its Acquisition of Maintenance Services

Government Accountability Office
Today

Intelligence Specialist

Department of the Air Force
Today

Laborer (Motor Vehicle Operator)

Department of the Interior
Today

Management Analyst

Department of Defense
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Market Intelligence — FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors

Active Records
432,983
Total Award Value
Not specified
Average Value
$20,299,416
Record Types
5

Records by Type

Contracts355,738Job Listings61,737Regulations12,765Grants2,727Vulnerabilities16

Top Contractors in FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors

1.
Not specified
2.THE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY
Not specified
3.VERIZON WIRELESS
Not specified
4.CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS
Not specified
5.PITNEY BOWES INC
Not specified
6.GENUINE PARTS CO. DBA NAPA
Not specified
7.CINTAS CORPORATION NO 2
Not specified
8.DELL
Not specified
9.RICOH USA, INC.
Not specified
10.U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
Not specified

Set-Aside Distribution

Full and Open Competition60.6%Small Business Set-Aside24.9%NONE4.6%Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business3.9%Veteran-Owned Small Business2.9%8(a) Business Development1.1%Women-Owned Small Business1.1%HUBZone Small Business0.5%MBE0.2%Small Business Set-Aside0.2%

Monthly Activity (Last 12 Months)

2026-08
0
2026-09
0
2026-10
1
2026-11
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2026-12
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2027-01
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2027-03
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2027-07
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Competition Index

Concentrated

Top 3 contractors hold 78% of tracked awards.

Active Records

432,983

Across contracts, grants, spending, and other federal record types.

Average Award

$20,299,416

Large awards — expect detailed proposal requirements.

About FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors

FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors has 2,135,070 active records. Primary activity: contract (95% of records). 10 contractors competing for work here — a competitive market. 60.6% of opportunities carry a Full and Open Competition set-aside. Average award: $20,299,416 — 71x the national average. Expect detailed proposals with past performance requirements.

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Closing SoonNew This WeekTrends34.6KTHE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY4.0KVERIZON WIRELESS3.8KCONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS2.3KPITNEY BOWES INC2.0KGENUINE PARTS CO. DBA NAPA1.8K42.1K17.3K3.2K2.7K

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Market Intelligence — FAR Part 51

Active Records
432,983
Total Award Value
Not specified
Average Value
$20,299,416
Record Types
5

Records by Type

Contracts355,738Job Listings61,737Regulations12,765Grants2,727Vulnerabilities16

Top Contractors in FAR Part 51

1.
Not specified
2.THE NORTHERN TRUST COMPANY
Not specified
3.VERIZON WIRELESS
Not specified
4.CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS
Not specified
5.PITNEY BOWES INC
Not specified
6.GENUINE PARTS CO. DBA NAPA
Not specified
7.CINTAS CORPORATION NO 2
Not specified
8.DELL
Not specified
9.RICOH USA, INC.
Not specified
10.U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
Not specified

Set-Aside Distribution

Full and Open Competition60.6%Small Business Set-Aside24.9%NONE4.6%Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business3.9%Veteran-Owned Small Business2.9%8(a) Business Development1.1%Women-Owned Small Business1.1%HUBZone Small Business0.5%MBE0.2%Small Business Set-Aside0.2%

Monthly Activity (Last 12 Months)

2026-08
0
2026-09
0
2026-10
1
2026-11
0
2026-12
0
2027-01
0
2027-02
0
2027-03
0
2027-04
0
2027-05
0
2027-06
0
2027-07
1

More Contract Management Parts

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About FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors Federal Data

This page aggregates 2,135,070 active federal records associated with FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors, sourced from SAM.gov, FPDS, USAspending, and Grants.gov. Data is updated daily and includes open solicitations, contract awards, grants, and other procurement notices. Page last refreshed as of 2026.

Browse active opportunities and closing soon deadlines for this FAR part. Federal contracting data shown here covers presolicitation notices, combined synopsis/solicitation postings, award notices, and more. New postings are added as they appear on SAM.gov and other federal procurement portals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does FAR FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors cover?
FAR FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors is referenced in 2,135,070 active federal records. This part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation establishes rules that govern how agencies solicit, evaluate, and award contracts. Understanding its requirements is essential for compliant proposals.
What types of records are available for FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors?
FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors has 2,135,070 active records across 17 categories: contract (2,038,407), contracts (63,643), job listing (14,909), research (9,819), grants (4,407). Use the tabs above to filter by a specific record type.
Are there small business set-aside opportunities for FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors?
Yes — 69,439 opportunities have a small business set-aside. The most common is Full and Open Competition (60.6% of set-asides). Small businesses should verify their certifications are current in SAM.gov.
What is the typical contract value for FAR Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors?
The average award value is $20,299,416. This is a high-value market — expect detailed proposal requirements and longer evaluation cycles.
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Primary: SAM.gov, USAspending.gov, FPDS.gov, Grants.gov. Supplemented by 100+ federal data feeds including GAO, IG reports, Federal Register, and agency forecasts. Currently indexing 2,135,070 records.

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  • USAspending: Weekly

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