Open Department of Defense contract opportunities

8,362 open notices from DoD as of October 8, 2026, from SAM.gov and DIBBS. Soonest deadlines first. Award notices, sole source intents and closed notices are left out.

Everything from aircraft and ship parts to base maintenance, food, fuel, construction, IT and professional services, across more than a thousand contracting offices.

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Questions people ask about DoD contracts

How do I find DoD contract opportunities?

Department of Defense posts its solicitations on SAM.gov, and its smaller supply orders can also appear on DIBBS. This page lists the ones that are open right now, soonest deadline first, and leaves out award notices, sole source intents and notices that only existing contract holders can answer.

What does DoD buy?

Everything from aircraft and ship parts to base maintenance, food, fuel, construction, IT and professional services, across more than a thousand contracting offices.

Can a small business win a DoD contract?

Yes. Of the 40 open notices shown here, 14 are reserved for small business or for a certification such as 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB or SDVOSB. You need an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID before you can be awarded anything.

What should I know before bidding on DoD work?

Most DoD buying happens inside the services and agencies below, so pick the ones that buy what you sell and watch those. Many small purchases run through DLA rather than a base contracting office.

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