The Forecast of Contracting Opportunities Tool
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Small Business Utilization (OSDBU) is hosting a First Friday training session on 'The Forecast of Contracting Opportunities Tool'. This online event will guide participants on how to utilize the tool to discover planned federal procurements and navigate the federal marketplace. The training is scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. Registration is required.
Purpose
This training aims to educate small businesses and other interested parties on the Forecast of Contracting Opportunities Tool. Mandated by Public Law 100-656, the tool provides information on anticipated federal contracting opportunities across several agencies. The session will highlight how to leverage this information to identify potential business opportunities.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss features within the tool.
- Utilize filters and keywords to streamline searches.
- Understand opportunity information and use it to your advantage.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM ET (Eastern Time)
- Location: Online (Registration required)
- Speaker: Kemba Gilmore, Small Business Specialist, National Capital Region (NCR)
About OSDBU
OSDBU is responsible for GSA's small business programs, acting as the chief advocate for small and disadvantaged businesses. It collaborates with GSA offices to meet statutory small business goals, promotes small business access to GSA procurement opportunities, ensures participation, and provides training.
Additional Information
After registering, participants will receive a confirmation email with meeting details. For more training opportunities, visit the OSDBU Events page. Additional resources are available on the Small Business Resources page. Follow GSA OSDBU on X (@GSAOSDBU) and LinkedIn, or visit www.gsa.gov/small-business.
Contact Information
- Primary Contact: Mr. Jemeek Morris
- Email: jemeek.morris@gsa.gov