IT Services contracts in Kentucky
Federal IT services and software work in Kentucky that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 0 open notices, 4 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 108 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 5415 (Computer Systems Design and Related Services). Place of performance: Kentucky.
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Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 88 | MINBURN TECHNOLOGY GROUP, LLC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PURCHASE FOR PORTSMOUTH PADUCAH PROJECT OFFICE -MICROSOFT… Why 88? ends in 6 mo · no option years left · $11M · 1 offer last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 6 months (Apr 30, 2027). +30/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $11M obligated so far. +15/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition), and only 1 offer came in. +20/20
- Ordered under a governmentwide contract (GWAC) (NNG15SD34B); usually only holders of that vehicle can compete for the follow-on order. +3/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2024 (about 2 years).
| Department of Energy Department of Energy | Other Computer Related Services (541519) | KY | $10,567,761 | Apr 30, 2027 |
| 78 | 4 ARROWS CONSULTING, INC. THE TASK ORDER IS FOR NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS DIRECTORATE WITH INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY… Why 78? ends in 11 mo · no option years left · $26M · 5 offers last time · GSA Schedule holders- Ends in about 11 months (Sep 18, 2027). +21/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $26M obligated so far. +18/20
- Last time it was competed in full and open competition with 5 offers. +14/20
- Ordered under a GSA Schedule (FSS) contract (47QTCA21D00AS); you would likely need your own GSA Schedule to compete. +5/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2022 (about 4 years).
| Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency | Computer Systems Design Services… | KY | $26,461,760 | Sep 18, 2027 |
| 65 | VENCEDOR TECHNOLOGIES LLC THIS ACTION AWARDS THE TASK ORDER FOR SUPPORT TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS PORTFOLIO (SOOP)… Why 65? ends in 7 mo · options could run to Nov 2028 · $51M · 7 offers last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 7 months (May 5, 2027). +30/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Nov 5, 2028, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $51M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed in full and open competition with 7 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Ordered under an IDIQ contract (W52P1J18DA043); usually only holders of that vehicle can compete for the follow-on order. +3/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2024 (about 2 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Other Computer Related Services (541519) | KY | $51,102,606 | May 5, 2027 |
| 61 | NEW GENERATION SOLUTION LLC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SERVICES Why 61? ends in 6 mo · options could run to May 2028 · $17M · 17 offers last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 6 months (May 1, 2027). +30/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to May 1, 2028, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $17M obligated so far. +16/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 17 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Ordered under a governmentwide contract (GWAC) (47QTCB22D0420); usually only holders of that vehicle can compete for the follow-on order. +3/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2023 (about 3 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Computer Systems Design Services… | KY | $16,592,697 | May 1, 2027 |
Who wins this work in Kentucky
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Lawelawe Defense, Inc. | $16,541,940 |
| Osc Edgetech, LLC | $15,330,282 |
| Nakupuna Prime, LLC | $11,729,970 |
| Cka, LLC | $9,982,314 |
| Vista Innovative Solutions, LLC | $9,783,371 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($86,012,078), Department of Energy ($13,397,516), Department of Homeland Security ($9,664,652).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 5415 performed in Kentucky, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Kentucky
APEX Accelerators give small businesses no-cost, one-on-one help with SAM.gov registration, finding bids and preparing proposals. The program is funded by the Department of War (formerly Defense) Office of Industrial Base Growth.
- Kentucky APEX Accelerator - Lexington (Main office) · Lexington 859.251.6019
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Frequently asked questions
How many federal IT services and software set-aside contracts are open in Kentucky?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 0 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for IT services and software work performed in Kentucky (NAICS 5415), from SAM.gov.
Who wins IT services and software set-aside contracts in Kentucky?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 108 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Kentucky. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Lawelawe Defense, Inc. ($16,541,940), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Kentucky?
Kentucky is served by Kentucky APEX Accelerator - Lexington (Main office), Kentucky APEX Accelerator - Bowling Green, Kentucky APEX Accelerator - Covington and others. APEX Accelerators give small businesses free help with registration, bid searches and proposals (official directory checked Oct 18, 2026).
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