MCP BidsGetting started
How to find government contracts: a practical search routine
Build a repeatable search for federal government bid opportunities, qualify the results and follow the original notice.
Read guideMCP Bids · Field notes
Government contracting guides
Clear steps for finding opportunities, reviewing the evidence and deciding what to pursue.
Start with the source. Each guide links to official information and explains where coverage has limits.
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5 practical guides
Tools and workflows
SAM.gov, alternatives and MCP: choosing a search workflow
Compare the official federal portal with an MCP research workflow, including the coverage and notification limits to check.
Read guideState and local
How to find state and local government bids
Map the agencies, vendor portals and purchasing codes that matter for state, county and city contracting opportunities.
Read guideBid evaluation
RFP requirements checklist: from notice to bid decision
Use a source-linked checklist to evaluate scope, deadlines, eligibility and amendments before deciding whether to bid.
Read guideCanada
Where to find Canada government tenders
Find Canadian public tenders through CanadaBuys and buyer portals, and check access, eligibility and closing requirements.
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