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FFID vs SAM.gov
SAM.gov shows what's open. FFID shows what's funded.
Search Funded Projects Before SAM.govOverview
SAM.gov is the federal procurement portal — showing active opportunities after the procurement process begins. FFID fills the upstream gap: the 12–18 months between congressional funding direction and SAM.gov publication.
When to use each
Use SAM.gov to respond to active solicitations and track awarded contracts. Use FFID to identify funded intent before the solicitation exists.
Key differences
| Dimension | SAM.gov | FFID |
|---|---|---|
| When it shows up | After the agency launches procurement — typically 12–18 months post-appropriation | The moment Congress directs the funding — before agency administration begins |
| What it tracks | Active contracts, grants, and RFPs across all federal spending | Specifically House CPF and Senate CDS earmarks — project-level, member-level, recipient-level |
| Who can act on it | Anyone — but the opportunity is already public, so competition is at maximum | Early movers — AEC firms, BD teams, grant consultants who want a head start |
| What it costs | Free | Free sample, then $99/month for full access |
Who FFID is for in this comparison
AEC firms, infrastructure BD teams, and consultants who want to identify funded recipients before procurement opens.
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