Federal agencies post construction work every day: building repairs, roads, bridges, water systems and military bases. Many jobs are set aside for small, veteran-owned, woman-owned and HUBZone firms.
1,332open federal bids in this field right now, updated Oct 27, 2026
634of those set aside for small, veteran-owned, woman-owned or HUBZone firms
406open and upcoming federal grants mention this work on Grants.gov
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Can a small construction company win federal money?
Yes. Many federal bids are reserved for small businesses, and research awards (SBIR/STTR) are only open to them. Right now 1,332 federal bids in this field are open, 634 of them set aside for small or certified businesses.
What's the difference between a grant and a contract?
A grant funds a project the government wants to support, and you don't deliver a product to the agency. A contract buys goods or services from you. Many companies use grants to develop a product and contracts to sell it.
How do I find the opportunities that fit my company?
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