Federal Contracts in Kentucky
Browse active federal contract opportunities with performance locations in Kentucky. Find solicitations on SAM.gov, discover set-aside opportunities, and connect with government agencies looking for contractors in KY.
Federal Contracting in Kentucky
The federal government awards billions of dollars in contracts each year to businesses across the United States. Kentucky is home to numerous federal agencies, military installations, and government facilities that regularly post contract opportunities on SAM.gov. Small businesses in KY can compete for these contracts, especially through set-aside programs like 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, and WOSB.
Whether you're an established federal contractor or just getting started, understanding the contracting landscape in Kentucky is key to winning government work. FedOverwatch tracks all active SAM.gov opportunities and can automatically match you with contracts that fit your business profile, certifications, and location.
How to Find Kentucky Contracts
Federal contracts with performance locations in Kentucky are posted on SAM.gov, the government's official procurement portal. You can search SAM.gov directly, or use FedOverwatch to monitor new opportunities automatically. FedOverwatch scans SAM.gov continuously and alerts you when contracts matching your profile are posted in KY.
To compete for federal contracts in Kentucky, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with an active entity registration. If you hold small business certifications, you may be eligible for set-aside contracts that limit competition to certified businesses, giving you a significant advantage.
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Recent Kentucky Opportunities
View all →The Department of Defense is procuring construction services for the USDA FAPRU in Lexington, KY, with an estimated cost between $25 million and $100 million. The project requires compliance with HUBZone price evaluation and specific FAR regulations for contractor registration.
The Department of Defense is seeking industry participation for the future Unmanned Aerial System Innovation Hub at Blue Grass Army Depot. Interested parties are required to submit their responses electronically by February 11, 2026, with specific formatting for the email subject. This initiative aims to gather insights and proposals related to the UAS Innovation Hub.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is contracting for construction services to replace the main electrical distribution equipment at the Lexington VA Healthcare System. The work includes general construction, alterations, and necessary removals, with an estimated construction value between $5 million and $10 million. This project is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable source selection process.
The Department of Defense is procuring JSAM RW MPU-5 rescue equipment under a firm fixed price contract. The procurement includes specific requirements for military preservation, packing, and marking, along with first article testing and production lot testing. Interested vendors must submit their offers by June 18, 2026, and all questions should be directed to the designated contracting specialists.
The Department of Justice is procuring Electromyography and Nerve Conduction Velocity Testing services for adults in custody at the Federal Medical Center in Lexington, KY. The contract will involve a firm-fixed price structure for an indefinite delivery contract, with an estimated thirty sessions per year, and will require scheduling to be mutually agreed upon by the contractor and the facility. The contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring an interim Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for instruments, equipment, and supplies related to ophthalmic goods. This contract will be effective from June 1, 2026, to September 30, 2026, and is associated with the Veterans Affairs Network Contract.
The Department of Agriculture is seeking leased office space in Henderson, Kentucky, with specific requirements for size, accessibility, and parking. The space must be contiguous, preferably on the first floor, and meet various government standards including fire safety and accessibility. Interested entities must submit expressions of interest by June 5, 2026, and provide detailed information about the offered space.
The ATF Acquisition and Property Management Division is procuring relocation and moving services for the Louisville Field Office. Key requirements include the management of logistics and physical movement of office equipment and personnel to a new location.
The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Medical is procuring hospital equipment and supplies for military medical facilities, with a sole-source authorization under a task order, requiring merchant wholesalers to provide medical devices, utensils, and related supplies.
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