Specialty Trade contracts in Arkansas
Federal specialty trade contracting (concrete, framing, finishing, site prep and more) work in Arkansas that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 1 open notice, 0 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 16 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 2381 (Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors), 2383 (Building Finishing Contractors), 2389 (Other Specialty Trade Contractors). Place of performance: Arkansas.
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Open set-asides and early notices
Due 2026-10-29 · 12d
Department of Agriculture · USDA Forest Service · Fifty Six, AR
Total Small BusinessAll Other Specialty Trade Contractors (238990)Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Who wins this work in Arkansas
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Steve Beam Construction, Inc. | $508,850 |
| Five Hats LLC | $141,024 |
| Dri, Inc. | $118,355 |
| Sentinel Services, LLC | $99,996 |
| Excellent Painters Group LLC | $89,720 |
Top buyers: Department of the Interior ($668,584), Department of Veterans Affairs ($287,549), Department of Agriculture ($203,116).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 2381, 2383, 2389 performed in Arkansas, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Arkansas
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.
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 specialty trade contracting set-aside contracts are open in Arkansas?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 1 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notice for specialty trade contracting work performed in Arkansas (NAICS 2381, 2383, 2389), from SAM.gov.
Who wins specialty trade contracting set-aside contracts in Arkansas?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 16 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Arkansas. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Steve Beam Construction, Inc. ($508,850), and the biggest buyer was Department of the Interior.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Arkansas?
Arkansas is served by Arkansas APEX Accelerator. APEX Accelerators give small businesses free help with registration, bid searches and proposals (official directory checked Oct 18, 2026).
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