Department of Energy (DOE)
About the Program
DOE oversees 17 national laboratories and has major initiatives in clean energy, environmental cleanup, and national security.
Key opportunity areas:
- National laboratory subcontracting
- Environmental management and cleanup
- Renewable energy projects
- Nuclear security
- Scientific research
Most DOE contracting flows through the national labs, which have their own small business programs.
Accepted Certifications
Industries Sought
How to Apply
1. Register in SAM.gov
2. Identify relevant DOE sites and laboratories
3. Register with individual lab supplier databases
4. Review lab-specific small business programs
5. Monitor DOE and lab procurement forecasts
Tips for Suppliers
- Subcontracting with lab primes is the primary entry point
- Clean energy and environmental services are growing areas
- SBIR/STTR funding available for technology development
- Register with multiple labs to maximize opportunities
- Attend lab industry days and supplier fairs
Supplier Events
Annual DOE Small Business Forum and Expo
