IT Services & Software
The federal government spends over $100 billion annually on information technology. From cloud migration and cybersecurity to custom software development and managed services, IT is the largest category of federal procurement.
Cybersecurity
Federal cybersecurity spending exceeds $20 billion per year as agencies implement zero trust architectures and defend against nation-state threats. Demand for cybersecurity contractors continues to grow across every federal agency.
Construction & Engineering
Federal construction contracts cover everything from military base construction and VA hospital renovations to road and bridge projects. The Army Corps of Engineers, GSA, and VA are the largest buyers of construction services.
Healthcare & Medical
The VA, DoD, and HHS collectively spend tens of billions on healthcare services, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and health IT. Opportunities range from staffing and telehealth to electronic health records and medical research.
Management Consulting
Federal agencies rely on management consultants for strategic planning, organizational transformation, program management, and process improvement. The Big 4 and boutique firms compete for billions in advisory contracts annually.
Janitorial & Cleaning
Federal janitorial and custodial contracts maintain thousands of government buildings nationwide. These are often set aside for small businesses under the AbilityOne program or 8(a) program, making them accessible entry points for new contractors.
Security Guard Services
Federal facilities require security guard services for access control, patrol, and protection. These contracts are frequently set aside for small businesses and veteran-owned firms.
Staffing & Recruiting
Federal agencies use staffing contracts to fill temporary positions, specialized roles, and surge requirements. Administrative, IT, and healthcare staffing are the largest subcategories.
Logistics & Transportation
The DoD and other agencies spend billions on logistics, warehousing, freight, and supply chain management. From moving military equipment to managing federal supply chains, logistics is a core government need.
Engineering Services
Federal engineering contracts span civil, mechanical, electrical, environmental, and systems engineering. The DoD, NASA, DOE, and Army Corps of Engineers are the largest buyers of engineering services.
Environmental Services
Environmental remediation, compliance, monitoring, and sustainability contracts support federal environmental goals. The EPA, DoD, and DOE are major buyers for cleanup, assessment, and green energy projects.
Training & Education
Federal agencies invest in workforce development, technical training, leadership development, and e-learning platforms. The DoD alone spends billions on training programs for military and civilian personnel.
Food Services & Catering
Military dining facilities, federal cafeterias, and institutional food services require large-scale food preparation and catering. These contracts often include nutritional planning, food safety compliance, and facility management.
Telecommunications
Federal telecommunications contracts cover voice, data, satellite, wireless, and unified communications. The Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) contract vehicle is the primary path for federal telecom acquisitions.
Research & Development
The federal government is the largest funder of R&D in the United States. From defense research at DARPA to biomedical research at NIH, R&D contracts fund cutting-edge science and technology development.
Manufacturing
Federal manufacturing contracts range from defense weapons systems and vehicle parts to office furniture and uniforms. The DoD is the largest buyer, but GSA and other agencies also procure manufactured goods.
Cloud Computing
Federal cloud adoption is accelerating under Cloud Smart policies. FedRAMP-authorized cloud providers compete for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS contracts across every agency. AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, and Google Cloud lead the market.
Data Analytics & AI
Federal demand for data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence is surging. Agencies need help with data governance, predictive analytics, natural language processing, and AI ethics frameworks.
Architecture & Design
Federal architecture contracts cover building design, interior design, landscape architecture, and historic preservation. A-E (Architecture-Engineering) contracts follow Brooks Act procedures with qualifications-based selection.
Legal Services
Federal agencies contract for legal support services including litigation support, document review, paralegal services, and specialized legal counsel. These contracts support everything from DOJ investigations to agency rulemaking.
Why Browse by Industry?
Federal contracts are classified by NAICS codes, PSC codes, and agency — but most businesses think in terms of their industry. These pages bridge the gap, connecting common industry terms like “IT services” or “construction” to the specific NAICS codes, set-aside programs, and agencies that buy those services.
Each industry page shows the related NAICS codes you should register under in SAM.gov, the set-aside programs that may apply to your business, and the federal agencies that are the largest buyers in your space. Use these pages as a starting point to find and win government contracts in your field.