Small Business Contracts in North Carolina
Federal Small Business set-aside contracts available in North Carolina plus state-level small-business preferences (North Carolina Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) certification). Below: current open opportunities, how to qualify, and where to register.
Small Business program at a glance
A federal contracting requirement that restricts competition on certain contracts to small businesses, as defined by the SBA size standard for the contract's NAICS code. The most common federal set-aside type.
North Carolina state small-business programs
In addition to federal Small Business set-asides, North Carolina maintains its own small-business preference programs. These state programs have separate certifications and eligibility criteria.
- North Carolina Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) certification
Statutory reference: North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 143 Article 3.
NC HUB participation goals apply to most state-issued contracts.
Where to register in North Carolina
NC eProcurement is the primary state procurement portal. Register on NC eProcurement to bid on state contracts. Vendor link to NCGEAR for some agencies.
No open bids currently matching “small business set-aside” in North Carolina. Try browsing all North Carolina bids or the national Small Business program page.