Contractor Launchpad
Launch Your Government Contracting
Business in 30 Days
Everything you need to go from zero to your first bid — registration, certifications, capability statement, and your first matched opportunities.
One-time payment. Includes 2 months free BidStride Scout ($98 value). No subscription required.
30 days
average time to first bid
$98 value
included free (Scout trial)
95% cheaper
than a GovCon consultant
Two Paths
Where are you starting from?
Both paths lead to the same place — your first government contract. Choose the one that fits your situation.
I don't have a company yet
Start from scratch — business formation through first opportunity
Business structure guidance
LLC vs. sole prop vs. S-corp — which is right for government contracting. We explain the tradeoffs and walk you through EIN application.
SAM.gov registration walkthrough
Every field explained. We flag the mistakes that delay registration by weeks and tell you exactly what to enter.
NAICS code selection
Personalized recommendations based on your skills and industry. We find the codes with the most opportunity for your business.
Set-aside certification assessment
We assess your eligibility for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and more — then provide application guidance for every program you qualify for.
Capability statement creation
Build a professional one-page capability statement using our generator. Formatted exactly how contracting officers expect to see it.
First opportunity matching
2 months of BidStride Scout ($98 value). Real contract opportunities matched to your NAICS codes and set-aside status, delivered daily.
I have a company, need to get into GovCon
Fill the gaps and start bidding — fast
Gap assessment
We check what's missing: active SAM registration, CAGE code, certifications, capability statement. You get a prioritized checklist.
Fill the gaps
Guided registration for whatever you're missing — reactivate SAM, apply for a CAGE code, start a certification application.
Capability statement creation or upgrade
Build from scratch or improve what you have. Our generator formats it correctly and includes the right elements contracting officers look for.
Opportunity matching + 2 months free Scout
Start receiving matched contract opportunities immediately. Federal, state, and local — filtered to your exact NAICS codes and set-asides.
Everything in the Box
What's included in every Launchpad
Personalized registration checklist
Your specific to-do list based on your situation.
SAM.gov walkthrough
Saves 2–4 hours of confusion and prevents costly mistakes.
NAICS code recommendations
Matched to your business — not a generic list.
Set-aside eligibility assessment
8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and more.
Professional capability statement
Built with our generator tool, ready to send.
2 months free BidStride Scout
$98 value. Daily matched opportunities, no card required.
Email support during setup
Real humans answer your registration questions.
The Math
95% cheaper than a consultant. 10x faster than going it alone.
GovCon consultants charge $2,000–$5,000 for exactly what the Launchpad covers. DIY is free but takes 40+ hours and most people make mistakes that delay registration by weeks.
| What you get | DIY | BidStride Launchpad | Consultant |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registration guidance | You figure it out | Step-by-step walkthrough | Included |
| NAICS code recommendations | Manual research | Personalized list | Included |
| Set-aside assessment | Self-assess | Full assessment + guidance | Included |
| Capability statement | Build from scratch | Generator tool | Included |
| Opportunity matching | Manual SAM.gov search | 2 months free Scout | Not included |
| Time required | 40+ hours | 4–6 hours | Minimal |
| Typical mistakes | Common — weeks of delays | Flagged before you make them | Rare |
| Cost | Free | $47–97 | $2,000–5,000 |
Contractors Who Launched
Join 500+ contractors who launched with BidStride
“I'd been putting off SAM.gov registration for months because it looked so confusing. The walkthrough made it actually doable. Registered in an afternoon.”
Marcus T.
IT Services, Atlanta GA
“Found out I qualify for SDVOSB and had no idea. The assessment alone was worth the price. Already submitted my first bid.”
James R.
Facilities Management, San Antonio TX
“My capability statement looked like a resume before. The generator built something that actually looks professional. Contracting officer responded same day.”
Denise M.
Professional Services, Chicago IL
Built for You
Set-aside programs that give you an edge
Your military experience is already a competitive advantage
SDVOSB certification unlocks set-aside contracts across all federal agencies. Your service record counts as past performance.
Get started — $47WOSB certification opens $35B+ in set-aside contracts
Women-owned businesses are underrepresented in dozens of NAICS categories — which means set-aside contracts with less competition.
Get started — $478(a) certification gives you sole-source access up to $4.5M
The SBA 8(a) program is one of the most powerful advantages in federal contracting. We assess your eligibility and guide you through the application.
Get started — $47A 10% price preference can be the difference between winning and losing
If your business and employees are in a HUBZone area, you qualify for contracts with a built-in pricing advantage over non-HUBZone competitors.
Get started — $47Questions
Frequently asked questions
You get a personalized registration checklist, step-by-step SAM.gov walkthrough, NAICS code recommendations, set-aside eligibility assessment, capability statement via our generator, 2 months free BidStride Scout ($98 value), and email support throughout setup. The $47 path is for businesses already formed. The $97 path adds business formation guidance and EIN walkthrough.
No. The Launchpad is a one-time payment. It includes 2 months of BidStride Scout at no additional charge. After those 2 months, Scout is $49/month — you choose whether to continue. No auto-billing on the Launchpad itself.
No — we walk you through every step yourself. SAM.gov requires the registrant to complete their own registration. What we do is eliminate the confusion: we explain every field, flag common mistakes that cause 2–4 week delays, and tell you exactly what to enter.
The guided process takes about 4–6 hours spread over a few days. SAM.gov registration itself takes 7–10 business days to activate after you submit — that's a government processing time, not ours. Most people complete everything in about 2 weeks.
Use Path B ($47). The gap assessment will identify what you're missing beyond SAM — CAGE code, set-aside certifications, or a capability statement. You skip the registration steps and go straight to what you need.
Yes. If you haven't started the process within 7 days of purchase, contact support@bidstride.com for a full refund. Once you've begun the guided steps, refunds are not available as the service has been delivered.
Yes — we assess your eligibility for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, and other set-aside programs based on your answers, then provide application guidance and documentation checklists. We don't file applications for you, but we tell you exactly what to prepare.
You'll receive an email before the trial ends. If you want to keep Scout ($49/month), you add a payment method at that point. If not, your account drops to the Free plan — 5 bid alerts per month, no expiration. You never get charged without explicitly choosing to subscribe.