IT Services contracts in Washington
Federal IT services and software work in Washington that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 1 open notice, 2 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 47 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 5415 (Computer Systems Design and Related Services). Place of performance: Washington.
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Open set-asides and early notices
Due 2026-11-03 · 17d
Department of Veterans Affairs · 260-Network Contract Office 20 (36C260) · Portland, WA
Total Small BusinessOther Computer Related Services (541519)Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 85 | ARMAVEL LLC THE SERVICES BEING ACQUIRED INCLUDE PROJECT MANAGEMENT OVERSIGHT AND GOVERNANCE ADVICE,… Why 85? ends in 6 mo · no option years left · $29M · 6 offers last time · GSA Schedule holders- 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
- $29M obligated so far. +18/20
- Last time it was competed in full and open competition with 6 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Ordered under a GSA Schedule (FSS) contract (47QTCA21D00B5); you would likely need your own GSA Schedule to compete. +5/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2022 (about 4 years).
| Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services | Computer Systems Design Services… | WA | $29,104,721 | Apr 30, 2027 |
| 70 | PULSAR INFORMATICS, INC. SBIR PHASE III SUSTAINMENT (MONTHS 1-12) PROPOSAL TITLE OPTIMIZED WATCHBILLS (OWL) TOOL… Why 70? ends in 6 mo · options could run to Mar 2029 · $7.1M · 2 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 6 months (Apr 23, 2027). +30/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Mar 24, 2029, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $7.1M obligated so far. +13/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 2 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2024 (about 3 years).
| Department of Defense Defense Health Agency | Custom Computer Programming Services… | WA | $7,078,148 | Apr 23, 2027 |
Who wins this work in Washington
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Armavel LLC | $6,227,104 |
| FCN, Inc. | $1,595,313 |
| Vae, Inc. | $1,555,817 |
| Byteforza Inc. | $1,098,621 |
| Pulsar Informatics, Inc. | $929,201 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($6,981,549), Department of Health and Human Services ($6,893,609), Department of Veterans Affairs ($2,444,752).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 5415 performed in Washington, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Washington
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.
- American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator Subcenter - Washington · Richland (509) 581-7505
Serves: CA, AZ, UT, NV, WA, OR, ID - BIA REGION (PACIFIC / WESTERN/NORTHWEST)
- Washington APEX at Columbia River Economic Development Council · Vancouver 360-860-6945
Serves: Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania Counties
- Washington APEX at Economic Alliance Snohomish County · Everett 360-860-6945
Serves: San Juan. Island, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom Counties
- Washington APEX at Greater Spokane Inc · Spokane (509) 321-3641
Serves: Adams, Asotin, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Whitman Counties
- Washington APEX at Green River College · Auburn 360-860-6945
Serves: King County
- Washington APEX at Kitsap Economic Development Alliance · Silverdale 360-860-6945
Serves: Kitsap, Mason Counties
- Washington APEX Accelerator at Thurston Economic Development Council / Main Center · Lacey 360-860-6945
Serves: Chelan, Grays Harbor, Kittitas, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Thurston, Wahkiakum
- Washington APEX Accelerator at Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce · Kennewick 360-860-6945
Serves: Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Grant, Klickitat, Walla Walla, & Yakima Counties
Source: official APEX Accelerators directory, checked Oct 18, 2026. AwardWatchdog is independent and not affiliated with the APEX Accelerators program.
Frequently asked questions
How many federal IT services and software set-aside contracts are open in Washington?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 1 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notice for IT services and software work performed in Washington (NAICS 5415), from SAM.gov.
Who wins IT services and software set-aside contracts in Washington?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 47 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Washington. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Armavel LLC ($6,227,104), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Washington?
Washington is served by American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator Subcenter - Washington, Washington APEX at Columbia River Economic Development Council, Washington APEX at Economic Alliance Snohomish County 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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