Foundation grant administration and program management for federal grant-funded initiatives. Find active federal and state grantmaking foundations contracts — AI-scored against your profile across SAM.gov and 200+ portals.
Annual federal spending under NAICS 813211 is estimated at $500M-$800M, driven largely by NIH, NSF, DOE, and state pass-through grants. Competition is moderate, with a mix of large universities, nonprofits, and small grantmaking foundations. Contracts are predominantly cost-reimbursement grants and cooperative agreements, with some fixed-price task orders. Demand spikes with new federal grant programs (e.g., CHIPS Act, ARPA-H). Most awards are single-award or multiple-award IDIQs, with few BPAs. Set-asides for 8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB are common at agencies like NIH and DOE.
These agencies are the largest buyers of grantmaking foundations services and products in the federal government. Each awards contracts under NAICS 813211 regularly — build relationships with their small business offices first.
Focus on building a track record in federal grant administration—past performance with NIH or NSF is critical. Most awards are set aside for 8(a) or HUBZone firms, so certify if eligible. The highest-leverage move: pursue a GSA Schedule 541 (Grantmaking Services) or an agency-specific BPA. Avoid generic SAM registration; instead, target specific grant programs and team with a prime that holds an IDIQ. Bid on RFPs that emphasize cost-reimbursement experience and grant compliance (2 CFR 200).
Most work is awarded via grants or cooperative agreements, not traditional contracts. When contracts are used, they are often LPTA for administrative services or best-value for complex grant programs. Common vehicles: GSA Schedule 541, NIH IDIQs, and 8(a) STARS III. Evaluation focuses on past performance, cost reasonableness, and grant compliance expertise.
Yes, a DUNS number (now UEI) is required for all federal grant applications. You also need an active SAM.gov registration with a CAGE code.
8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB certifications are highly valued. Also, consider the GSA Multiple Award Schedule for Grantmaking Services (541) to streamline procurement.
Typically no, because most awards are grants or cost-reimbursement contracts, not fixed-price construction. However, some large IDIQs may require performance bonds if task orders involve subawards.
Highly competitive—NIH awards hundreds of grants annually. Success rates for new applicants are around 10-15%. Focus on specific institutes (e.g., NCI, NIAID) and team with experienced researchers.
Awards range from $100K to $5M, with most between $250K and $1M. Large multi-year cooperative agreements can exceed $10M. Set-aside awards tend to be smaller ($250K-$750K).