What do these words mean?
Open BidGovernment is accepting proposals right now. You can apply.
Early SignalThey're planning to buy but bids aren't open yet. Good time to introduce yourself.
Contract AwardSomeone already won this. Useful to know who your competition is.
Set-AsideOnly certain business types can bid โ women-owned, veteran-owned, or small businesses.
NAICS CodeA number that describes the type of work โ like a category label.
RFPRequest for Proposal โ they want your plan AND your price.
RFQRequest for Quote โ they just want your price for something specific.
UEIYour free government ID. Get yours at sam.gov โ you need it to bid.
New to government contracts?
1Get your free UEI at sam.gov. Takes about 20 minutes.
2Find an opportunity that matches your work using the filters above.
3Click it โ Arquisition explains what it means and if you qualify.
4Submit your proposal before the deadline shown on the card.