sam-scan

Name: sam-scan
Availability: InStock
Author: bdm-15

Search SAM.gov for live notices and save results to a markdown file.

Updated Jun 5, 2026

Search Tags:#monitoring #search #alerting #SAM.gov #contracting

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npx skills add https://github.com/BdM-15/capture-insights --skill sam-scan

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Skill: sam-scan
Source: https://github.com/BdM-15/capture-insights/tree/main/skills/sam-scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BdM-15/capture-insights --skill sam-scan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires sam-api-key, sam-gov-mcp, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Quickly locate live SAM.gov notices related to your pursuit criteria, facilitating efficient monitoring and timely response.

Core Features & Use Cases

SAM.gov Live Notice Search: Efficiently search SAM.gov for live notices using specific keywords or agency, incumbent, and NAICS information.
Result Saving: Stores search results in a designated markdown file for further analysis or tracking.
Use Case: For admins setting up a monitor or for when a user queries what is live on SAM.gov for an expiring contract.

Quick Start

Execute 'sam-scan my_pursuit_name -s "my_keywords"' to find live notices related to 'my_pursuit_name' using 'my_keywords'.

Frequently Asked Questions about sam-scan

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I search SAM.gov for live contracting notices matching specific keywords?▼

To search SAM.gov for live contracting notices, execute the scan command using your pursuit name and specific keywords like agency, incumbent, or NAICS codes to locate and save matching live solicitations.

What is the best way to monitor expiring contracts for presolicitation notices on SAM.gov?▼

Monitoring expiring contracts for presolicitation notices on SAM.gov is done by running a targeted scan that checks live notices against your pursuit criteria, saving the results to a markdown file for tracking.

Do I need a SAM.gov API key to run live notice searches locally?▼

Yes, you need a SAM.gov API key or a valid MCPS integration to authenticate and execute live notice searches locally through the command line or agent-based workflows.

Can I use this SAM.gov search tool in agent-based workflows and legacy runtime environments?▼

Yes, the SAM.gov search tool is optimized for local execution and supports legacy runtime environments, making it suitable for integration into automated agent-based monitoring workflows.

How are SAM.gov notice search results stored for administrative monitoring?▼

SAM.gov notice search results are stored in a designated markdown file, providing a structured format for further analysis, administrative monitoring, and timely response tracking.

Does SAM.gov notice search support filtering by NAICS codes and incumbent information?▼

Yes, SAM.gov notice search supports filtering live results using specific keywords including NAICS codes, agency information, and incumbent details to match your defined pursuit criteria.