Question 1

What types of agencies buy Continuous Bidding services?

Accepted Answer

Federal agencies across all departments procure Continuous Bidding services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Continuous Bidding contracts through their own procurement portals.

Question 2

How do I find Continuous Bidding contracts with SamSearch?

Accepted Answer

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

Question 3

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Continuous Bidding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many Continuous Bidding contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

Question 4

How competitive are Continuous Bidding government contracts?

Accepted Answer

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Continuous Bidding can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

Stop searching. Start winning.

Continuous Bidding Government Contracts

045-2025 Addendum 3 (Catering and Related Services

Continuous Bidding Government Contracts — FAQ