Fiscal Year-End Pressures in 2025
Fiscal year-end in 2025 is shaping up to be unlike previous years. With fewer contracting staff and tighter award timelines, mid-sized firms need to adapt quickly. Planning ahead, building flexibility, and starting capture early can help contractors turn year-end pressures into competitive opportunities.
What Government Contractors Need to Know about FY2025
The end of the federal fiscal year is always busy, but FY25 presents unusual challenges for contractors. Agencies are facing reduced staffing, compressed award timelines, and shifting priorities — all of which put pressure on proposal teams. For mid-sized firms competing for federal, state, and local contracts, staying agile is critical.
Contractors can prepare by anticipating delays, building flexibility into staffing, and starting capture efforts earlier than usual. By planning and adapting quickly, firms can mitigate risk and capitalize on year-end opportunities, even in a challenging contracting environment.