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Shape Your 2025 SLED Strategy

2025 brings new challenges and opportunities. Refine your business strategy with GovWin's 9th annual “2025 SLED Government Contracting Forecast.” This report offers crucial insights into the state, local, and education (SLED) market's outlook, helping you navigate the current economic climate. Request your copy now!

2025 SLED Government Contracting Forecast

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What's Inside


  • Two-Year Forecast: New bids and RFPs for 2025-26 across all 12 industries.
  • Historical Data: Trends and analyses.
  • Key Drivers: Insights propelling each industry.
  • Demand Profiles: Segmented by government level.

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Sample 2025 SLED Government Contracting Forecast Key Findings:


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Economic Stability Amid Uncertainty

The economy managed to avoid a downturn in 2024, maintaining steady GDP levels. Economists predict minimal growth for 2025, with a slight risk of decline, but overall stability is expected.

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Gradual Recovery in Bid Volumes

Following a 5% decline in 2024 due to the end of the ARPA stimulus, bid volumes are projected to stabilize and show slight growth. This indicates a market adjusting to new fiscal realities.

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Positive Outlook Across All Industries

Despite recent declines, all twelve industries are expected to achieve flat or positive growth by 2026. Resilient governments continue to meet needs and make necessary investments, ensuring a stable market environment.

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GovWin's "2025 SLED Government Contracting Forecast" predicts 457,000 bids & RFPs to be issued in 2025 and 459,000 bids & RFPs to be issued in 2026, indicating a market stabilizing and adjusting to new fiscal realities.

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