How to Search for State and Local Opportunities

Federal Compass not only excels in federal contracting information but also provides access to state and local government opportunities. Follow these steps to effectively search for these opportunities:

Step 1: Navigate to the State & Local Opportunities Section

1. To start click on Opportunities in the navigation menu.
2. Select Opportunity Search from the dropdown menu.
                          
3. On the right side of the page, click State and Local if available. If locked, contact your Customer Success Manager (CSM) for assistance.
                                        

Step 2: Utilize Search Filters and Keywords

1. On the State & Local Opportunities page, refine your search using:
   1. Keywords: Enter terms related to your products or services (e.g., "road construction," "IT services").
   2. Filters:
      1. State: Select specific states (e.g., "California," "Texas").
      2. City/County: Filter by cities or counties if applicable.
   3. NAICS Codes: Use for relevant categorization.
   4. Due Date/Posted Date: Refine by submission deadline or posting date.

Step 3: Refine and Review Search Results

1. Review the list of opportunities after applying filters and keywords.
2. Click on opportunity titles for more details, including solicitation, contact information, and submission requirements.

Step 4: Save Searches and Configure Alerts (Recommended)

1. When you find relevant results, use Save Search to keep the configuration.
2. Name your saved search descriptively (e.g., "IT Services - California State Agencies").
3. Set up notifications to receive alerts for new opportunities matching your criteria, ensuring continuous awareness without daily manual searches.

By following these steps, you can effectively leverage Federal Compass to identify and track relevant state and local government contracting opportunities.

Need Additional Help?

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CSM team for further assistance, support@federalcompass.com.