Question 1

What types of agencies buy Emerging Capabilities services?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

How do I find Emerging Capabilities 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 Emerging Capabilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Many Emerging Capabilities 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 Emerging Capabilities government contracts?

Accepted Answer

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Emerging Capabilities 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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Emerging Capabilities Government Contracts

SDA Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) - Systems, Technologies, and Emerging Capabilities (STEC) Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)

Emerging Capabilities Government Contracts — FAQ