What is a government contractor?

A government contractor is a private company or individual that provides goods, services, or construction to the federal government under a formal contract. Contractors receive a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and are listed in the federal procurement system.

How do I become a federal contractor?

Register your business to obtain a UEI, identify your relevant NAICS codes, and use SamSearch to monitor solicitations matched to your capabilities — with AI-powered alerts so you never miss an opportunity.

What is the difference between a prime contractor and a subcontractor?

A prime contractor holds the direct contract with the government. A subcontractor performs work under the prime's contract. SamSearch's directory focuses on prime awardees and helps you identify teaming or subcontracting partners.

How often is this contractor data updated?

SamSearch refreshes contractor award data daily. Entity registration details are synced regularly so profiles stay current.

Can I find small business contractors here?

Yes — the directory includes all award sizes. Use SamSearch's advanced filters to narrow by set-aside type (8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, HUBZone, etc.) and award threshold.

Federal Directory · Contractors

All Government Contractors

Browse 800,000 firms holding active federal contracts. Filter by industry, jurisdiction, set-aside status, and award size.

800,000 contractors75 total awardsUpdated dailyVerified

See top contractors

Active Contractors

800,000+

With indexed awards

Small Business

61%

Of all awardees

Total Awards

Contracts mapped

Industries

NAICS sectors covered

All Defense IT Construction Services Healthcare

Top contractors

The highest-volume federal prime contractors, ranked by total award count.

1C1
CARESTREAM HEALTH, INC ROCHESTER 14608
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS·NAICS 811210
Awards
3
2CU
CARGILL, INCORPORATED 15407 MCGINTY RD W Wayzata MN 55391-2365 USA
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR·NAICS 311119
Awards
3
3CU
CARON EAST, INC. Cumberland MD 21502 USA
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE·NAICS 334511
Awards
3
4CU
CASALE TECHNOLOGY GROUP LLC 1120 W BUSINESS LOOP UNIT 1 Bowie AZ 85605-3014 USA
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR·NAICS 334111
Awards
3
5CU
CASALE TECHNOLOGY GROUP LLC Bowie AZ 85605 USA
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES·NAICS 334118
Awards
3
6CI
CASCADE AVIATION SERVICES INC
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Awards
3
7CU
CASCADE FIRE EQUIPMENT CO White City OR 97503 USA
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE·NAICS 315210
Awards
3
8CU
CASHMAN DREDGING & MARINE CONTRACTING CO LLC Quincy MA 02169 USA
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 237990
Awards
3
9CU
CATERPILLAR INC 100 NE ADAMS ST PEORIA IL 61629-0001 US
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR·NAICS 333120
Awards
3
10CU
CATERPILLAR INC 5205 N O CONNOR BLVD STE 100 Irving TX 75039 USA
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR·NAICS 333120
Awards
3
11CU
CAVOSSA DISPOSAL CORP East Falmouth MA 02536 USA
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 562111
Awards
3
12CI
CB DESIGN GROUP, INC.
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Awards
3
13C2
CB DESIGN GROUP, INC. ALEXANDRIA 22314-3121
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS·NAICS 541330
Awards
3
14C1
CBJ DEVELOPMENT CO KITTANNING 16201
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS·NAICS 532283
Awards
3
15CU
CCI FACILITY SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Anchorage AK 99501 USA
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 561210
Awards
3
16CI
CDM INC.
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 332510
Awards
3
17C9
CDS SERVICES INC MURRIETA 92563-7323
DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS·NAICS 561710
Awards
3
18CU
CEBUANA CONSTRUCTION INC Oak View CA 93022 USA
GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION·NAICS 236220
Awards
3
19CP
CELLCO PARTNERSHIP
DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR
Awards
3
20CU
CELLENTIA INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COMPANY Ashburn VA 20147 USA
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 334290
Awards
3
21CI
CELLTRON, INC.
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 335311
Awards
3
22CU
CENTRAL SOUTHERN CONSTRUCTION CORP FL 32204-1716 USA
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION·NAICS 237310
Awards
3
23CL
CERA-MET LLC
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 336413
Awards
3
24CU
CEREX MONITORING SOLUTIONS LLC Brookhaven GA 30329 USA
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE·NAICS 334516
Awards
3
25CI
CFM INTERNATIONAL INC
DEPT OF DEFENSE·NAICS 332510
Awards
3

← PreviousPage 187 of 1,611Next →

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about federal contractors, how awards are tracked, and how to find vendors.

Stop searching. Start winning.

All Government Contractors

Top contractors

Frequently asked questions