Training contracts in Connecticut
Federal training and education work in Connecticut that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 18, 2026: 0 open notices, 1 set-aside contract ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 4 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 6114 (Business Schools and Computer and Management Training), 6115 (Technical and Trade Schools), 6116 (Other Schools and Instruction). Place of performance: Connecticut.
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Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 70 | PARADIGMWORKS GROUP, INC. HARTFORD JCC W/ OA CTS Why 70? ends in 7 mo · options could run to May 2028 · $36M · 9 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 7 months (May 31, 2027). +29/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to May 31, 2028, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $36M obligated so far. +19/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 9 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2023 (about 3 years).
| Department of Labor Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management | Other Technical and Trade Schools… | CT | $36,145,959 | May 31, 2027 |
Who wins this work in Connecticut
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Paradigmworks Group, Inc. | $10,066,173 |
| The Bizzell Group LLC | $7,024,454 |
| Sharon Didato | $43,200 |
| Phoenix Leadership Solutions, LLC | $40,340 |
| Team Training Associates LLC | $33,333 |
Top buyers: Department of Labor ($17,090,627), Department of Defense ($65,340), Department of Veterans Affairs ($43,200).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 6114, 6115, 6116 performed in Connecticut, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Connecticut
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.
- Connecticut APEX - Headquarters · Groton (860) 437-4659
Serves: Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, Windham
- Connecticut APEX - Rocky Hill · Rocky Hill (860) 437-4659
Serves: Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, Windham
- Connecticut APEX - Stamford · Stamford (203) 487-6879
Serves: Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, Windham
- Connecticut APEX - East Hartford · East Hartford
Serves: Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, Windham
- Connecticut APEX - Milford · Milford
Serves: Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, Windham
- Connecticut APEX - Bridgeport · Bridgeport
Serves: Fairfield, Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, Windham
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 training and education set-aside contracts are open in Connecticut?
As of Oct 18, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 0 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for training and education work performed in Connecticut (NAICS 6114, 6115, 6116), from SAM.gov.
Who wins training and education set-aside contracts in Connecticut?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 4 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Connecticut. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Paradigmworks Group, Inc. ($10,066,173), and the biggest buyer was Department of Labor.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Connecticut?
Connecticut is served by Connecticut APEX - Headquarters, Connecticut APEX - Rocky Hill, Connecticut APEX - Stamford 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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