Federal Contracts from Smithsonian Institution (SI)
Federal contracting overview - Smithsonian Institution
The Smithsonian Institution is a trust instrumentality of the United States — not a federal agency proper — operating 21 museums, 21 libraries, 9 research centers, and the National Zoo. Despite its hybrid status, the Smithsonian uses federal procurement procedures for most competitive contracts and appears in SAM.gov as a federal buyer. Dominant contracting NAICS: 236220 (construction — museum renovation and new building), 541410 (interior design — exhibit design and fabrication), 541990 (technical services — conservation, digitization), and 519120 (libraries — collection management systems). The Office of Contracting and Personal Property (OCPP) manages all procurements.
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Top NAICS Bought by Smithsonian Institution
| NAICS Code | Name | Opportunities |
|---|---|---|
| 236220 | Commercial and Institutional Building Construction | 29 |
| 722310 | Food Service Contractors | 10 |
| 541611 | Administrative Management & General Management Consulting Services | 4 |
| 712110 | - | 3 |
| 221114 | - | 2 |
| 238220 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | 1 |
Top Set-Asides Used by Smithsonian Institution
| Set-Aside | Opportunities |
|---|---|
| NONE | 23 |
Top Performing States for Smithsonian Institution
| State | Solicitations |
|---|---|
| Washington, D.C. DC | 22 |
| Maryland MD | 6 |
Active Opportunities - Smithsonian Institution
| Title | NAICS | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | 2026-07-17T21:00:00+02:00 |
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | 2026-07-17T21:00:00+02:00 |
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | 2026-07-17T19:00:00+00:00 |
| INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY (IDIQ) PREVENTIVE AND REMEDIAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR CHILLERS | 236220 | 2026-07-30T19:00:00+00:00 |
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | - |
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | - |
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | - |
| Construct Arabian Leopard Exhibit at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park | 236220 | - |
| Upgrade Sanitary and Storm Systems at the National Museum of Natural History | 236220 | - |
Why bid Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian construction and exhibit-fabrication contracts tend to be full-and-open or small-business set-aside depending on dollar value. No classified work; suitability investigations at Public Trust level. Exhibit fabrication requires specialized artisanal and archival experience — past performance with museums or cultural institutions carries significant weight. Digitization IDIQs (photo, audio, 3D scanning) are a growing category for tech-focused small businesses.
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