SAM.gov (Federal) — FREE · Required for federal bids

1. Go to sam.gov/content/entity-registration
2. Create a Login.gov account (if you don't have one)
3. Complete your Entity Registration — you'll need your EIN, DUNS/UEI number, bank info
4. Takes 7-10 business days to process — start this ASAP

ConstructConnect — Free to browse, subscription for full details

• Many listings link directly to the bid source — no account needed
• For full project docs, you may need a free account at constructconnect.com

FDOT / County Bids — Usually FREE

• Most county and FDOT bids just require downloading the bid package from their website
• Submit per their instructions (email, mail, or online portal)
• Some counties use Bonfire or OpenGov portals — free registration

• Use the filters above to narrow by distance, relevance, and source
• Green = High Relevance — best match for your services
• 🔥 Closing Soon — deadline within 3 days, act fast
• Click View Original → on any bid to go to the full posting

1. Read the full solicitation — download the bid package from the original source
2. Check requirements — look for bonding requirements, insurance minimums, licensing, set-asides (small business, veteran-owned, etc.)
3. Prepare your bid — fill out their forms, calculate your pricing, attach required docs
4. Submit before the deadline — late = automatic rejection, no exceptions
5. Follow up — some agencies post award decisions; check back after the deadline

• Start small — bid on smaller local/county jobs first to build your track record
• Attend pre-bid meetings — if listed, these give you an edge and show you're serious
• Get your UEI number — replaces DUNS, free at sam.gov
• Check set-asides — small business set-asides reduce competition significantly
• Save bid templates — once you've submitted one, reuse the format for similar bids
• This dashboard updates regularly — check back often for new opportunities