DEE resource center

Practical answers before the bid.

Clear, evidence-based guidance for finding opportunities, checking readiness, pricing responsibly, and deciding what to pursue.

Kentucky opportunity guide

How to Find Government Contracts in Kentucky

A practical guide to finding verified Kentucky state, county, city, school, university, and federal contract opportunities.

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Louisville procurement guide

How to Find Louisville Government Bids

Where small businesses can verify Louisville Metro and nearby public-sector solicitations.

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Janitorial contract guide

How to Evaluate Janitorial Government Contracts

A small-business guide to staffing, site visits, supplies, risk, and pricing for public janitorial work.

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Small construction guide

Small Construction Government Contracts: Readiness Guide

How small contractors can screen public renovation, repair, painting, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and facility projects.

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Federal opportunity guide

How to Find Opportunities on SAM.gov

A clear process for searching and verifying federal contract opportunities on SAM.gov.

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Bid-readiness guide

Government Bid-Readiness Checklist for Small Businesses

The registrations, documents, financial checks, delivery capacity, and compliance questions to review before bidding.

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Government contract pricing guide

How to Price a Government Contract Responsibly

A practical framework for labor, materials, overhead, compliance, risk, and margin in government bids.

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