What types of agencies buy university procurement services?

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

How do I find university procurement contracts with SamSearch?

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 university procurement?

Yes. Many university procurement 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 university procurement government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in university procurement 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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1,377 government contract opportunities classified as university procurement, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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1,377 state, local & education solicitations AI-tagged as university procurement.

University Of Wisconsin

HIGH-SPEED CAMERAS FOR 3D PARTICLE TRACKING

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University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks bids for four high-speed cameras for 3D particle tracking in Mechanical Engineering. Bids due by 9/29/2026 via ShopUW+.

university of wisconsin · wisconsin

Posted Sep 17, 2026Due Sep 29, 2026Request for BidNAICS 334310Sol: 2027-UWMSN-01441-RFB

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Texas A&M University System - 710

Press Brake

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Texas A&M University System seeks bids for a press brake purchase for the Space Collaboration Facility in Houston, TX, with a due date of 9/25/2026.

Texas · Texas

Posted Sep 17, 2026Due Sep 25, 2026NAICS 333517Sol: TAMUS-ITB-27-0545

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MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY

SOLE SOURCE REQUEST TO PURCHASE Gen II Capacitively Coupled Anode Large Area Picosecond Photo Detector

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Mississippi State University requests information for a sole source purchase of a Gen II Capacitively Coupled Anode Large Area Picosecond Photo Detector, a specialized scientific instrument, due by October 1, 2026.

Mississipi · Mississipi

Posted Sep 17, 2026Due Oct 1, 2026Req. for InformationNAICS 334516Sol: 9250-27-R-RFIN-00015

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UNC - CHAPEL HILL

Hazardous Waste Material supplies for Environment, Health & Saferty

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Purchase and delivery of hazardous waste containers for UNC Chapel Hill's Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facility.

north carolina · north carolina

Posted Sep 17, 2026Due Oct 1, 2026NAICS 424690Sol: 2260f0b0-b6b2-f111-aaac-001dd80d92a5

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Iowa State University

Electrohydraulic Shockwave System

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Iowa State University seeks proposals for an Electrohydraulic Shockwave System including related goods and services. Bids accepted online only via ISUBid by October 2, 2026.

Iowa State University · Iowa

Posted Sep 16, 2026Due Oct 2, 2026Request for Proposal (Public)NAICS 334516Sol: 2827

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University Of Wisconsin

MICROCOMPOUNDER

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks bids for a microcompounder for polymer processing and extrusion. Bids must be submitted electronically by September 24, 2026, 2:00 PM CDT via the ShopUW+ Sourcing Module. Contact Thomas English for inquiries.

university of wisconsin · wisconsin

Posted Sep 16, 2026Due Sep 24, 2026Request for BidNAICS 333249Sol: 2027-UWMSN-01414-RFB

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Auburn University

FTIR Raman Microscope

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Auburn University requests sealed bids for a FTIR Raman Microscope. Bids must be submitted via the JAGGAER portal by September 23, 2026. The opportunity is for purchasing scientific laboratory equipment for educational use in Alabama.

auburn university · alabama

Posted Sep 16, 2026Due Sep 23, 2026AU - Request for BidNAICS 334516Sol: AU-2026-0001039

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Colorado School of Mines

MINES27006 Cryogen-free Dilution Refrigeration System IFB

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Colorado School of Mines requests bids for a cryogen-free dilution refrigeration system with electronic submission by 09/21/2026. Required documents include pricing, warranty, and product literature.

Colorado School of Mines · Colorado

Posted Sep 15, 2026Due Sep 21, 2026IFB - Invitation for Bid (Formal)NAICS 333415Sol: 9691741560

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Miami University & Ohio University

Confocal Microscope

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RFP issued by Miami University & Ohio University for the procurement and servicing of a confocal microscope system. Proposals must be submitted electronically by October 13, 2026, and will be evaluated on price, quality, delivery, and suitability for university use.

Miami University & Ohio University · Ohio

Posted Sep 15, 2026Due Oct 13, 2026RFP-MU allow attachmentsNAICS 334516Sol: 4482

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University Of North Dakota

UND Flight Operations - Appliances

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University of North Dakota seeks bids for commercial appliances including delivery, installation, and start-up for a new facility. Bids due by October 8, 2026, via Jaggaer portal. Award to lowest responsible bidder based on performance and qualifications.

university of north dakota · north-dakota

Posted Sep 15, 2026Due Oct 8, 2026Request for Informal QuoteNAICS 333318Sol: FM-354-2027

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university procurement Government Contracts, FAQ

Common questions about finding and winning university procurement government contracts.