> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.samsearch.co/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Market Watch > Analyze federal contracting markets and identify opportunities before they're publicly posted Market Watch Overview Market Watch helps you analyze federal contracting markets by NAICS code, PSC code, or agency. Use it to understand spending patterns, identify opportunities, and build relationships with buyers before opportunities are publicly posted. ## Overview Market Watch provides real-time intelligence on federal contract activity, allowing you to: * Monitor live contract activity and spending trends * Identify key agencies, buyers, and contracting officers * Track competitor activity and prime contractors * Discover teaming partners and subcontracting opportunities * Analyze historical patterns and forecast future opportunities * Find expiring contracts for recompete positioning ## Getting Started ### How to Use Market Watch Choose a NAICS code, PSC code, or search for a specific federal agency Click "View Analytics" to access market intelligence and spending data Review contracts, spending trends, and key decision makers Identify prime contractors and teaming opportunities Use contact information to engage with buyers proactively Getting Started Guide ## What You'll Find ### Active Federal Contracts View currently active federal opportunities matching your selected NAICS code, PSC code, or agency criteria. Active Contracts Dashboard ### Subcontracting Opportunities Browse active subcontracting opportunities with prime contractor details and partnership prospects. ### Forecast Opportunities Access forecasted federal opportunities with estimated release dates and projected contract values. ### Expiring Contracts (6-12 Months) Identify prime recompete opportunities before they're publicly announced. View contract expiration dates, incumbent contractors, and agency transition plans to position yourself during the pre-solicitation period. Expiring Contracts ## Market Intelligence Features Market Intelligence Dashboard ### Real-Time Contract Activity Monitoring Track live contract activity and spending trends across federal agencies as they unfold. ### Top Contracting Agencies & Subagencies Identify the highest-spending agencies and subagencies in your market to focus your business development efforts. ### Prime Contractors & Teaming Partners Discover prime contractors and potential teaming partners actively winning contracts in your space. ### Competitor Activity & Intelligence Monitor competitor activity and market positioning. See what your competition is winning and where they're focusing to inform your strategy for teaming, subcontracting, or going direct. ### Agency Buyer & Contracting Officer Contacts Access direct contact information for agency buyers and contracting officers across all government agencies and subagencies. ### Historical Patterns & Forecast Data Analyze historical spending patterns and forecast data to predict future opportunities and market trends. ## Understanding Organizational Levels Organizational Hierarchy Market Watch allows you to drill down from cabinet-level departments to individual contracting officers. Here's how to navigate each level: ### Agency Level **Examples:** Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration **Use this level to:** Understand macro spending trends and policy priorities across entire departments. ### Subagency Level **Examples:** Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, CBP, TSA, FEMA, ICE, IRS, FBI, NASA, NOAA, EPA **Use this level to:** Target specific mission areas and understand unique procurement requirements. ### Office Level **Examples:** Army Corps of Engineers, Defense Logistics Agency, GSA Federal Acquisition Service, VA Office of Information Technology **Use this level to:** Focus on specialized procurement centers with specific buying authority and budget allocation. ### Contracting Officer Level **What you'll see:** * Individual contracting officer names and contact information * Their office and agency details * Active contracts they're managing * Direct contact information **Use this level to:** Build personal relationships with decision makers who have direct buying authority. ## Best Practices Most contract actions receive only one response because contractors wait until opportunities are publicly posted. Build relationships 6-12 months before opportunities post to gain a competitive advantage. * Engage with contracting officers before RFPs are released * Learn each contracting officer's preferred contract types, timing, and vendor requirements * Position yourself as a preferred vendor through consistent engagement * Track which contractors are winning with specific contracting officers and agencies * Identify underserved agencies or offices where you can establish first-mover advantage * Monitor spending shifts to detect early signals when agencies change priorities * Understand buyer preferences and procurement patterns * Engage during market research and pre-solicitation phases * Use expiring contract data to position for recompete opportunities before they're announced