--- title: "Top 10 Federal Contract Opportunities: September 30, 2026" description: "The top 10 federal contract opportunities the G2X community researched most over the last 24 hours." date: "2026-09-30T07:30:00-04:00" author: "The G2X Research Team" canonical: "https://g2x.com/blog/top-10-federal-contract-opportunities-september-30-2026" --- # Top 10 Federal Contract Opportunities: September 30, 2026 The top 10 federal contract opportunities the G2X community researched most over the last 24 hours. Original article: https://g2x.com/blog/top-10-federal-contract-opportunities-september-30-2026 Here are the top 10 federal contract opportunities the G2X community researched most over the last 24 hours. Yesterday’s attention spans health-agency engagement, legal support, software security, biobanking, and engineering. The entries explain each requirement and its current acquisition stage. ## [1\. HRSA state and local stakeholder engagement](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/52965bc1-5eb2-46bf-abd4-6216719079aa) The Health Resources and Services Administration is gathering industry input on a potential agency-wide effort to connect its programs with state and local health leaders. Issued by HRSA’s Office of Acquisition Management and Policy, the RFI covers stakeholder engagement, information sharing, technical assistance, and coordination across the agency’s bureaus and offices. It asks how organizations would use established networks to identify emerging health needs and share practical responses. The potential work spans rural health, primary care, workforce, behavioral health, maternal health, and other HRSA priorities. Activities could include peer-learning sessions, analysis, reports, and a shared repository of program resources. HRSA is seeking capability information and alternative delivery approaches for acquisition planning; it is not accepting proposals. Responses to solicitation number HRSA-IEA-2027-01 are due October 13. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/52965bc15eb246bfabd46216719079aa/view) — HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADMINISTRATION. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/hrsa-state-and-local-stakeholder-engagement-and-strategic-partnerships---hrsa-iea-2027-01) — G2X. [RFI Resources Engagement and Action for Community Health.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/aa82839106f34961863a6b9e980d0b66/download) — HEALTH RESOURCES AND SERVICES ADMINISTRATION. ## [2\. VA CLAIM legal assistance and case support](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/d8437731-5e60-4d14-891c-874513171a04) VA’s Strategic Acquisition Center in Frederick is researching a nationwide legal-support arrangement for the Office of General Counsel and other VA offices. The proposed VA CLAIM blanket purchase agreement would bring together alternative dispute resolution, court reporting, transcription, litigation support, and case-management services. The aim is to provide specialized and surge capacity for hearings, investigations, workplace disputes, and related proceedings. The draft scope includes remote and in-person services, expedited transcripts, eDiscovery support, expert analysis, and training. Individual orders would define staffing, deliverables, and performance locations, with litigation work remaining under VA counsel’s direction. This is an RFI under solicitation number 36C10X26Q0244: VA wants capability statements and feedback on the proposed scope and pricing structure, not quotes for an awarded BPA. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/d84377315e604d14891c874513171a04/view) — VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/va-comprehensive-legal-assistance--integrated-management-va-claim---36c10x26q0244) — G2X. [36C10X26Q0244\_1.docx](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/cab07f6a73c14a09b36d174aabb3a993/download) — VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. ## [3\. FDIC software supply-chain security](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/71e9d69d-d75c-43be-bf5a-dbe55cf1cc66) The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is accepting proposals for a software supply-chain security solution built around hardened container images. The requirement combines an image catalog with continuous vulnerability monitoring, remediation, compliance documentation, and implementation support. It also calls for an enterprise portal and registry access that fit into FDIC’s existing development and security environment. The detailed scope goes beyond providing an image library. It includes machine-readable software bills of materials, identity integration, daily scanning, and defined turnaround times for security updates. Offerors must address connections to tools such as JFrog and Splunk, along with training and ongoing support. Solicitation number CORHQ-26-R-0394 has an October 9 response deadline. The buyer is FDIC, whose Acquisition Services Branch handles purchases of goods and services. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/71e9d69dd75c43bebf5adbe55cf1cc66/view) — FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/fdic-software-supply-chain-security-and-secure-container-image-management-solution---corhq-26-r-0394) — G2X. [CORHQ-26-R-0394 Software Supply Chain Container.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/128737a6286e4918911005e51482a683/download) — FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION. ## [4\. NIH biobanking, laboratory analytics, and informatics](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/8e399840-bfe2-4afb-8d42-f984de86d85e) The National Institute on Drug Abuse is seeking capability statements for biobanking and related laboratory and informatics services. The NIH requirement supports the NIDA Center for Genetic Studies and the Brain Development Cohorts Biobank, including the ABCD and HBCD studies. It covers the connected work of receiving, processing, storing, tracking, and distributing research biospecimens and their associated data. Requested capabilities include storage for at least 3.5 million specimens, auditable inventory and chain-of-custody controls, laboratory analysis, data harmonization, and secure exchange with research data centers. The informatics scope also includes repository portals, databases, APIs, and security authorization support. NIH is using this sources-sought notice to assess industry capability and acquisition options, including potential set-asides. Responses to solicitation number 75N98026R00175 are due October 20. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/7b6e87218f684fa4a36f7cbac3fdb132/view) — NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/nih-biobanking-laboratory-analytics-and-informatics-operations---75n98026r00175) — G2X. ## [5\. Portland VA quality-assurance inspection software](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/fbb6f8fc-eeec-4607-a11e-9b881eddb07c) VA Network Contracting Office 20 is seeking quality-assurance inspection software for the Portland VA Medical Center’s EMS team. The requirement is for configurable commercial software delivered as a service, initially licensed for ten users. The product must already be operational at award; VA is not seeking a development project to build the core application. The scope combines browser-based access and secure hosting with user permissions, authentication, encrypted operational data, and continuity planning. Delivery includes testing and acceptance, a technical kickoff, and training before go-live. The contemplated firm-fixed-price arrangement includes a one-year base and four option years. Responses to solicitation number 36C26026Q1017 are due October 13. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/fbb6f8fceeec4607a11e9b881eddb07c/view) — VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/va-quality-assurance-inspection-saas---36c26026q1017) — G2X. [36C26026Q1017.docx](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/83bc8d042ae24ecaa4ae84307d8a1e3e/download) — VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF. ## [6\. NIWC Pacific Application Arsenal engineering](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/7e64a3e8-7b12-4af2-8a33-112e1a9fe49d) Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific is accepting proposals for enterprise engineering and lifecycle support for Application Arsenal. The requiring organization is its Command and Control Systems division, Code 53200. The work brings together software development, platform sustainment, DevSecOps, integration, and testing for Navy applications operating across cloud, virtual-machine, and container environments. A substantial part of the requirement concerns delivery where connectivity is disrupted or restricted, including afloat and ashore environments. Teams must support approved Navy application-registration processes, security checks in delivery pipelines, and reproducible software releases with test evidence. Agile development and ongoing platform availability are both part of the scope. Solicitation number N6600126R3507 is restricted to SeaPort contract holders, with responses due October 7. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/2da3a639c9fe45b4b99199c516c00eb1/view) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/niwc-pacific-application-arsenal-platform-systems-engineering-and-software-sustainment---n6600126r3507) — G2X. [Solicitation Amendment N6600126R35070002 SF 30.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/14b59596b3de4f7fa48477c86d55f680/download) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. [Solicitation Amendment - N6600126R35070002 (conformed).pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/9a95afab64df44769deb25ef70d069fe/download) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. [Attachment 05\_Average Labor Rate Sheet RFP\_eCRAFT Amend 0001.xlsx](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/fac6ee79b1744a809e44c93473535398/download) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. [Attachment 04\_Oral Presentation Guidelines Amend 0001.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/efb12bb2a1ec4ae5b3f8e837f33926ae/download) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. [Attachment 01\_Statement of Work.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/4ccf07817811461b84458bf064aa56d8/download) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. [Exhibit A\_Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) Amend 0001.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/2ca879d111074e6eadcb2562fc437c9b/download) — DEPT OF THE NAVY. ## [7\. NIST SBIR commercialization-plan review](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/2a1ea09e-2a2e-4f8a-8072-3d2b7ac6b216) NIST is researching outside support to review commercialization plans submitted with Small Business Innovation Research proposals. The work would draw on expertise in technology transfer, early-stage investment, business development, and bringing new technologies to market. Reviewers would assess plans against government-provided criteria and supply advisory scores and written comments; NIST would retain final evaluation and selection decisions. The RFI asks for estimated labor rates, review hours, per-proposal costs, and relevant personnel experience. It also asks how organizations would handle conflicts of interest and protect proprietary proposal information. Planning assumptions include 20 to 30 proposals, with commercialization plans ranging from two to fifteen pages. Capability and cost information for solicitation number NIST-AMD-TPO-RFI-26-15 is due October 13. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/2a1ea09e2a2e4f8a80723d2b7ac6b216/view) — NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF STANDARDS AND TECHNOLOGY. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/nist-sbir-commercialization-plan-review-and-evaluation---nist-amd-tpo-rfi-26-15) — G2X. ## [8\. AFRL signals-intelligence research](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/e2525b72-9533-4755-9244-22f1c9ffe08c) The Air Force Research Laboratory’s Information Directorate at Rome is seeking research into signals intelligence and real-time processing of tactical information. Its Signals Intelligence Solutions for Evolving Scenarios broad agency announcement covers extracting and identifying signals, reducing noise and interference, geolocation, and automating processing tasks. The emphasis is on scalable technologies and open architectures that can work across multiple agencies and systems. The research also includes dense communications environments, cognitive software-defined radios, and integration of software and hardware for collection and analysis. AFRL is accepting white papers as the first step; formal technical and cost proposals follow only by invitation. Solicitation number FA875023S7005 remains an open two-step BAA through September 25, 2028, with current amendments governing submissions. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/26cada9a66974b6c988dc68eb1104ec2/view) — DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/afrl-signals-intelligence-and-cyber-real-time-processing-solutions---fa875023s7005) — G2X. [23-05 amend 10 third repub 2026.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/16d0a789bf0b422ca49ab3aeb47204f0/download) — DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE. ## [9\. DISA enterprise engineering and systems analysis](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/e4af1293-ddcc-4d46-b9b9-7f6a561c7646) The Defense Information Systems Agency’s Enterprise Engineering directorate is gathering capability information for Enterprise Level Engineering and Systems Analysis Support. The scope covers network infrastructure, applications, services, and software-defined environments. It includes systems engineering, performance assessments, diagnostic engagements, tool development, and technical evaluations across both new and fielded systems. DISA describes work that follows problems from an end user through the application and network, using test plans and operational data to identify root causes. Other areas include predictive network modeling, IPv6 implementation, monitoring, and supportability assessments. Assignments can vary considerably in length and technical setting, requiring specialists who can respond quickly. This sources-sought effort, solicitation number 612675480, accepts responses through October 14. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/e4af1293ddcc4d46b9b97f6a561c7646/view) — DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA). [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/disa-enterprise-systems-engineering-network-diagnostics-and-performance-analysis---612675480) — G2X. [612675480 ELESAS Sources Sought.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/afabe30241ab4728850dd34f139f4b9a/download) — DEFENSE INFORMATION SYSTEMS AGENCY (DISA). ## [10\. AFIMSC SPEED commercial solutions](https://g2x.com/app/opportunities/sam/fb2dd88c-fdbc-4180-b99b-c3a74a768d2f) The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center’s SPEED Commercial Solutions Opening is a route for proposing innovative commercial technologies and services against specific installation-support needs. The 772nd Enterprise Sourcing Squadron now administers the requirement. Both traditional and nontraditional defense companies can respond to the applicable areas of interest, with successful approaches potentially progressing to prototype demonstrations or other acquisitions. Current topics include modernized facility space planning, with submissions due October 29, and an open resilient expeditionary-facility prototype demonstration. The facility effort spans engineering, fabrication, transport, assembly, commissioning, and operational testing in a Pacific setting. Solicitation number FA890326SC001 also retains an open construction cost-and-schedule topic. Each area has its own submission terms; the overall CSO is not a single common deadline for all topics. ### Sources [SAM.gov procurement notice](https://sam.gov/opp/784ebfc3be864465abb7876bd175286a/view) — DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE. [G2X opportunity analysis](https://g2x.com/posts/us-air-force-prototypes-for-installation-and-mission-support-cso---fa890326sc001) — G2X. [2612\_Resilient\_Facility Prototype\_SOO.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/fee0651d7f7d4bfcb7ff2631e6fc73ef/download) — DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE. [FA8903-26-S-C001\_SPEED\_CSO\_Rev 2\_16Apr2026.pdf](https://sam.gov/api/prod/opps/v3/opportunities/resources/files/7d9fc129c1344337a2ace058c6621e56/download) — DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE. ## Make the next pursuit decision with better context G2X brings the opportunity, the market, and your team’s evidence together so you can decide whether to bid and keep the right work moving. The free G2X Community Edition brings together everything you need to get started with GovCon growth. [Get started free](https://g2x.com/pricing) ## Use G2X for free G2X Community Edition is free forever, with no credit card. It includes federal and SLED opportunity search, company and agency research, a CRM and a pipeline for your first pursuit. 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