Every week, GERC (Global Economic Research Consulting) picks open government bids that small businesses can realistically win, from Los Angeles-area agencies to federal small business set-asides in California and Texas. Updated September 30, 2026. Always confirm dates and documents on the agency’s own portal before you bid.
Los Angeles area bids
RAMP LA, the City of Los Angeles procurement portal, lists 150 open City and County opportunities closing after October 8, including 15 construction bids. Here are the ones worth a look. You need a RAMP LA account to download documents.
Construction
| Due | Agency | Opportunity | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8 | LAUSD | Walnut Park Elementary stair replacement (2710050) | Bid |
| Oct 8 | LAUSD | Glenfeliz Early Education Center outdoor classroom (2710058) | Best-value RFQ |
| Oct 9 | City of LA, Neighborhood Initiative | Office of Major Events infrastructure repair project | Invitation for bid |
| Oct 13 | LA County | Construction Manager at Risk, pre-construction and construction (BRC0000673) | Solicitation |
| Oct 14 | City of LA, Street Lighting | Pacific Palisades street light pole replacement, Phase 1 | Bid |
| Oct 15 | LA County | LA General Medical Center parking lot project (BRC0000670) | Solicitation |
| Oct 15 | LAUSD | Manchester Avenue and Lucille Roybal-Allard elementary schools (2710051-52) | Bid |
| Oct 26 | Ontario International Airport | Campus-wide fire alarm system replacement (2027PS001) | Invitation for bid |
Professional and other services
| Due | Agency | Opportunity | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8 | Los Angeles World Airports | Investment banking services | RFP |
| Oct 9 | City of LA, Engineering | LA River Way, San Fernando Valley task order (TOS 12-125) | Task order |
| Oct 9 | City of LA, Sanitation | Hyperion Water Reclamation Plant utility mapping and digitization | Task order |
| Oct 9 | Los Angeles World Airports | Talent, leadership and organizational development services | RFQ |
| Oct 10 | LA County | Statement of qualifications, RFSQ CSBG24-01 | RFSQ |
| Oct 13 | LA Metro | Self-performing construction work feasibility study | RFP |
| Oct 14 | City of LA, Engineering | Palisades Branch Library replacement project (TOS 25-167) | Task order |
Supplies and equipment
| Due | Agency | Opportunity | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8 | LADWP | Mobile DC fast charger (146271) | Invitation for bid |
| Oct 8 | LADWP | Batteries for automotive and construction equipment (146181) | Invitation for bid |
| Oct 9 | LA County | Absolute Resilience 12-month subscription (RFB-IS-27200210) | Request for bid |
| Oct 9 | LA County | F5 load balancer renewal (RFB-IS-27200212) | Request for bid |
Federal small business set-asides in California
Federal solicitations performed in California and reserved for small businesses. You need an active SAM.gov registration to be awarded any of these.
| Due | Agency | Opportunity | Set-aside |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9 | Veterans Affairs | Reasonable Accommodation Program, Nov 2026 – Oct 2027 | Small business |
| Oct 9 | USDA Forest Service | Sierra National Forest Coyote fuels reduction | Small business |
| Oct 9 | Veterans Affairs | Fire alarm and protection system inspection and maintenance | SDVOSB |
| Oct 14 | U.S. Special Operations Command | Role player support | SDVOSB |
| Oct 14 | USDA Forest Service | High Sierra Ranger Station upgrades, Sierra National Forest | Small business |
| Oct 15 | U.S. Navy | Blanket purchase agreement for laboratory analysis services | Small business |
| Oct 16 | Defense Logistics Agency | Government-owned, contractor-operated fuel services | SDVOSB |
| Oct 23 | U.S. Air Force | Grease trap and used cooking oil containment services | Small business |
| Oct 26 | U.S. Navy | Contractor-operated parts store (COPARS) | Small business |
| Nov 11 | U.S. Army | Combat Rescue Helicopter flight simulator facility, Moffett ANGB | Small business |
Federal small business set-asides in Texas
Federal solicitations performed in Texas and reserved for small businesses. Texas businesses can also register on the state’s Centralized Master Bidders List and apply for HUB certification. See our Texas government contracting page.
| Due | Agency | Opportunity | Set-aside |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9 | Veterans Affairs | New Community Living Center, Phase III minor construction, Big Spring VAMC | SDVOSB |
| Oct 9 | Veterans Affairs | Automatic transfer switch maintenance and repair (South Texas VA) | SDVOSB |
| Oct 13 | Federal Bureau of Prisons | Upgrade water tanks, FCI Texarkana | Small business |
| Oct 14 | U.S. Army | Dry ice | Small business |
| Oct 15 | U.S. Air Force | Troubleshoot and repair portable chillers | Small business |
| Oct 15 | U.S. Air Force | Airfield blast shield | Small business |
| Oct 15 | Defense Logistics Agency | Fort Hood aircraft and ground fuel services (GOCO) | SDVOSB |
| Oct 22 | U.S. Army | Design-build maintenance and repair, Army Reserve equipment site, North Fort Hood | Small business |
| Nov 6 | Drug Enforcement Administration | Building engineer report | Small business |
| Nov 13 | Environmental Protection Agency | Emergency and Rapid Response Services VI (ERRS) | Small business |
Consulting and study opportunities
Economic, feasibility, planning and grant work for consultants and professional services firms.
| Due | Agency | Opportunity | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 13 | U.S. DOT, Federal Transit Administration | Grant closeout support (sources sought) | Small business |
| Oct 13 | Port of Los Angeles | Workforce development consulting services | RFP |
| Oct 15 | City of Long Beach | Sports team and facility development feasibility study (ED-26-783) | RFP |
| Open | LA County Regional Planning | As-needed planning consultants, including economic impact analysis (RFSQ-DRP-53830) | Bench |
| Open | LA County Economic Opportunity | Economic development services master agreement (RFSQ-CEO01-999) | Bench |
How GERC helps you win these bids
- SAM.gov registration, UEI and CAGE code, done for you from $899
- Agency vendor registration on RAMP LA, Cal eProcure, LA County and other portals
- Certifications: California SB and DVBE, 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, MBE, WBE and DBE
- Capability statements from $895
- Bid and proposal writing scored against the evaluation criteria
Frequently asked questions
How do I bid on a government contract?
Register with the agency first: SAM.gov for federal work, the agency’s vendor portal for state and local work (RAMP LA for the City of Los Angeles, Cal eProcure for California, the Centralized Master Bidders List for Texas). Then download the solicitation, answer every requirement, and submit before the deadline.
Do I need to be registered in SAM.gov to bid on federal contracts?
Yes. Federal agencies require an active SAM.gov registration, with a Unique Entity ID, to award you a contract, so register well before the deadline.
What is a small business set-aside?
A set-aside is a contract only certain businesses can compete for, such as small businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSB), woman-owned small businesses (WOSB), 8(a) or HUBZone firms.
How often is this list updated?
Every week. Dates can change, so always confirm the deadline and documents on the agency’s own portal before you bid.
Can GERC help me bid on these?
Yes. GERC (Global Economic Research Consulting) registers businesses in SAM.gov and agency portals, handles certifications, and writes bids and proposals for clients nationwide.