Methodology

How bid / no-bid scoring works

Transparent, adjustable heuristics — not a black box. Designed for capture managers who need a fast first cut before human review.

Score components (0–100)

Positive signals

Primary/secondary NAICS overlap
Capability keyword hits in title/summary
Small-business-friendly set-asides when you are SB
Priority agency match
Aligned contract vehicle (SBIR Direct, GSA MAS, AFWERX, DIU CSO…)
Value band inside your min/max
Healthy response window; RFI/Sources Sought positioning
SBIR/STTR for product-oriented small businesses

Negative signals

NAICS on your no-bid list with no overlap
Clearance requirement above comfort level
On-site/OCONUS when you prefer remote
Outside value filters
Closed / awarded / past due
Very tight due dates without strong fit

Decision bands

BIDScore ≥ 72 — pursue or team

MAYBE45–71 — review / partner

NO-BID< 45 or hard blockers

You can override any system decision with Mark BID / MAYBE / NO-BID on the detail pane. Overrides stay in this browser. Export CSV for pipeline tools.

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