Introduction

With our Natural Language Contract Search, you can search for government contracts in the same way you would ask a colleague—using simple, everyday language. There's no need for complex search terms or boolean logic; just type your request as a sentence or question.

Accessing the Search Feature

To begin searching for contracts, follow these steps:

• Log In: Sign in to your account on our platform.

• Navigate to the Dashboard: Once logged in, you'll be directed to your dashboard.

• Click on "Search AI": Find and click on the "AI Search" option from the navigation menu.

Performing a Basic Search

Steps:

1. Click on the Search Bar
   Activate the cursor by clicking inside the search bar.

2. Enter Your Query
   Type what you're looking for. You can use conversational language for ease of use.

   Examples:

   • "Construction contracts in California."
   • "Healthcare tenders in Texas."

3. Press Enter or Click Search Icon
   Once you've typed your query, either press Enter or click the Search button to start your search.

Using Conversational Language

The Natural Language Contract Search understands and processes everyday language. Here's how to phrase different types of queries:

• By Industry and Location:

  • "Looking for healthcare contracts in Texas."
  • "Any upcoming IT tenders in New York?"

• By Specific Keywords:

  • "Environmental cleanup contracts."
  • "Renewable energy tenders."

Applying Filters to Refine Results

After running a search, you can apply filters to narrow down the list of results.

Steps:

1. Use Filters to Customize Results
   Apply filters to focus your search on specific parameters:

   • Notice Type (e.g., solicitation, award)
   • Set-Aside (e.g., small business, woman-owned)
   • NAICS and PSC Codes (industry classifications)
   • Date Range (posting date, response deadline)

2. Click "Apply Filters"
   Once you’ve selected the filters, click the button to apply them and refine your search results.

Tips:

• Multiple Selections: You can choose multiple options within a single filter category.
• Clear Filters: Click the "Clear Filters" button to reset your search criteria.

Interpreting Search Results

The search results will appear as a list of contracts that match your criteria. Here’s what you’ll see:

Key Information in Each Result:

• Contract Title: The name of the contract opportunity.
• Summary: A brief description of the contract.
• Details:
  • Notice Type
  • Location
  • Closing Date
  • Agency
  • Set-Aside
  • NAICS Code
  • PSC Code

Action Buttons:

• "Click Title": Opens the full contract description.
• "Save": Bookmark the contract for later review.
• "GovGPT AI": Engage the chatbot for additional information.
• "Speaker Icon": Listen to the contract summary.

Sorting Results:

• Relevance: Default sorting by relevance to your query.
• Date Published: View results sorted by most recent or oldest.
• Closing Date: Sort by contracts closing soonest or latest.

Saving and Managing Contracts

Save interesting contracts for later review:

• Save a Contract: Click the "Save" button next to any contract in the results list.
• Access Saved Contracts: Go to the "Saved Contracts" section in your dashboard to review or manage saved contracts.
• Manage Your Leads: You can update or remove contracts from your saved list as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I search for contracts from specific government agencies?

A: Yes, you can include the agency name in your query or use the filters to select specific agencies.

Q2: How often are new contracts added?

A: Our database is updated daily with contract opportunities sourced from sam.gov and other government databases.

Q3: Can I receive notifications for new contracts matching my interests?

A: Yes! Use the Smart Alerts feature to set up custom notifications based on your saved searches.

Support

If you need help or have any questions:

• Email: info@gov-gpt.org

Thank you for using our Natural Language Contract Search! We’re here to make finding government contracts easier and more efficient. Happy searching!