How to sell to federal agencies
15 guides to how each agency buys and where a company new to federal sales gets in.
Defense and intelligence
- Department of Defense
The DoD is America's largest government buyer, spanning Army, Navy, Air Force, and support agencies. Learn how to navigate the Pentagon's procurement landscape and succeed at scale.
- U.S. Army
The Army is one of the largest federal buyers of IT, logistics, and defense technology. Learn how to navigate their procurement structure, work with PEOs and PM offices, and win Army contracts.
- U.S. Navy
The Navy is a major technology buyer responsible for naval systems, ship operations, and undersea warfare. Learn how to navigate Navy procurement, work with Naval systems commands, and win Navy contracts.
- U.S. Air Force
The Air Force leads DoD technology investment in space, cyber, and advanced aircraft. Learn how to navigate AFWERX innovation programs, work with Program Executive Offices, and win Air Force contracts.
- U.S. Space Force
The Space Force is the newest and most tech-forward military branch. Learn how to sell space systems, satellite technology, and advanced software to this innovation-focused buyer.
- DARPA
DARPA funds high-risk, high-reward research in defense technology. Learn how to navigate their solicitation process, build prototypes under tight timelines, and transition research to acquisition.
- Defense Innovation Unit
DIU is the DoD's bridge to commercial innovation. Learn how to participate in the DIU CSO process, use Other Transaction Authority, and accelerate from prototype to production.
- Intelligence Community (IC/ODNI)
The Intelligence Community represents 18+ federal agencies with combined budgets exceeding $80 billion. Learn how to navigate IC procurement, classification requirements, and specialized contracting vehicles.
Civilian agencies
- General Services Administration (GSA)
GSA is the federal government's central procurement agent, managing schedules and contracts that unlock federal sales. Learn how to get on GSA Schedule 70 and reach thousands of federal buyers.
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
DHS spans border security, cybersecurity, emergency response, and immigration enforcement. Learn how to navigate multiple DHS components and win contracts with America's security agency.
- CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency)
CISA protects critical infrastructure and helps federal agencies defend against cyber threats. Learn how to sell cybersecurity solutions to one of the government's fastest-growing and best-funded security buyers.
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
The VA is the largest integrated healthcare system in the U.S. Learn how to sell healthcare technology, IT services, and business solutions to this unique federal buyer.
- NASA
NASA funds space exploration, Earth science, and aeronautics research. Discover how to access SBIR funding, win procurement contracts, and partner with NASA centers on innovation.
- Department of Energy (DOE)
DOE funds clean energy innovation, nuclear security, and advanced manufacturing through grants and contracts. Discover how to access DOE's R&D programs and commercialization pathways.
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
NIH funds biomedical research through grants and contracts. Discover how to win small business awards, secure SBIR funding, and partner with NIH institutes on healthcare innovation.
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