What types of agencies buy Critical Material services?

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

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

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Critical Material?

Yes. Many Critical Material 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.

How competitive are Critical Material government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Critical Material 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.

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Critical Material Government Contracts

12 government contract opportunities classified as Critical Material. Updated daily.

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12 federal contract opportunities classified as Critical Material.

DEPT OF DEFENSE

17--AIR-FLASK

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AI Summary

This opportunity is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of critical aircraft components for the Department of the Navy. The solicitation deadline has been extended to April 15, 2025, and requires compliance with specific quality assurance standards. Bidders must ensure they are authorized distributors of …

Posted Apr 21, 2026Due Apr 28, 2026SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325QC254

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

PUMP-HYDRAULIC

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is soliciting proposals for hydraulic pumps under NAICS code 333914. This opportunity is a 100 percent small business set-aside and involves critical materials for shipboard systems. Proposals will be evaluated based on price, delivery timeframe, and past performance. Interested bidders should…

Posted Dec 15, 2025Due Jan 17, 2026SolicitationNAICS 333914Sol: SPRPA126QYA56

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--NRP,COOLING INTERF - AND SIMILAR REPLACEMENT PARTS

Archived

AI Summary

This solicitation is for the procurement of critical replacement parts for a shipboard system used in aircraft launch and recovery. The proposal submission date has been extended to 19 December 2025. Bidders must comply with specific quality assurance requirements and standards as outlined in the solicitation.

Posted Nov 25, 2025Due Dec 19, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325QC452

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

FIXTURE,LIGHTING

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is soliciting quotes for lighting fixtures under a critical material designation for shipboard systems. Compliance with specific military standards is required, and the opportunity is categorized as a Request for Quotation. Bidders must ensure adherence to quality assurance and inspection requ…

Posted Nov 18, 2025Due Nov 24, 2025SolicitationNAICS 335999Sol: SPRPA126QZA13

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--NRP,DC SWITCH ASSY - AND OTHER REPLACEMENT PARTS

Archived

AI Summary

This opportunity involves a solicitation for replacement parts, specifically a DC switch assembly and other items, for the Department of Defense, Navy. The requirement is sole source to General Atomics and is critical for shipboard systems. Bidders must comply with specific military standards and procedures.

Posted Oct 31, 2025Due Dec 15, 2025SolicitationNAICS 334419Sol: N0038326RLA26

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--BRAKE HUB

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AI Summary

This opportunity involves a solicitation for brake hubs for the Department of Defense, specifically the Navy. The material is critical for shipboard systems and must meet stringent quality and testing standards. Bidders should be aware that this is a sole source procurement to General Atomics.

Posted Oct 8, 2025Due Nov 24, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325RC604

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--NRP,COOLING INTERF - AND SIMILAR REPLACEMENT PARTS

Archived

AI Summary

This opportunity involves the procurement of critical replacement parts for a shipboard system used in aircraft launch and recovery. The solicitation is issued by the Department of the Navy, with a proposal submission deadline extended to October 31, 2025. Bidders must comply with specific quality assurance requirement…

Posted Oct 7, 2025Due Oct 31, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325QC452

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

DATA ACQUISITION UN

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is soliciting offers for newly manufactured critical materials used in shipboard systems for aircraft operations. Offers must comply with strict quality and inspection standards, and refurbished materials are not acceptable. This opportunity is classified under NAICS code 333998 and is not sub…

Posted Sep 5, 2025Due Sep 29, 2025SolicitationNAICS 333998Sol: SPRPA125QET72

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

16--NRP,COOLING INTERF - AND SIMILAR REPLACEMENT PARTS

Archived

AI Summary

This opportunity involves a sole source solicitation for the procurement of critical replacement parts for a shipboard system used in aircraft launch and recovery. Proposals are due by September 25, 2025, and compliance with specific military standards is required. Interested bidders should ensure they meet the necessa…

Posted Aug 15, 2025Due Sep 25, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325QC452

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

UPS INVERT ASSY,AIR

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense is soliciting quotations for a UPS inverter assembly critical to shipboard systems for aircraft launch and recovery. The material must meet stringent quality assurance standards due to its critical nature. Interested vendors should ensure compliance with specified military standards and be pre…

Posted Aug 8, 2025Due Aug 18, 2025SolicitationNAICS 334417Sol: SPRPA125QEW76

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

FIXTURE,LIGHTING

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is soliciting proposals for new manufacture spare parts under NAICS Code 336413. This is a sole source requirement, necessitating Government Source Approval prior to award. Interested bidders must submit required documentation as outlined in the NAVSUP WSS Source Approv…

Posted May 29, 2025Due Jun 16, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: N0038325QC480

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

ACCUMULATOR,HYDRAUL

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency, is soliciting bids for four hydraulic accumulators, critical components for shipboard systems used in aircraft operations. Bidders must comply with specific manufacturing and quality assurance standards, including NADCAP accreditation for non-destructive …

Posted May 28, 2025Due Jun 27, 2025SolicitationNAICS 336413Sol: SPRPA125QES21

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