FEDERAL FREIGHT. HIGHER PAY. GET YOUR FIRST GOVERNMENT LOAD.
The U.S. government pays billions for freight every year. Most truckers never touch it. GovTruckLoads helps you find live contracts and shows you how to go after them.
Federal Freight
Contracts.
Live contract opportunities from SAM.gov filtered for trucking NAICS codes. Click any contract to view full details on SAM.gov and submit your bid directly.
Data source: SAM.gov Opportunities API — U.S. General Services Administration. Contract data is public federal information updated daily. GovTruckLoads is a private platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to the U.S. federal government or SAM.gov. All bids are submitted directly by the trucker on SAM.gov. GovTruckLoads does not submit bids or represent any party in federal procurement.
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Live contract opportunities from SAM.gov filtered for trucking NAICS codes. Updated daily. Click through to bid directly on SAM.gov.
Source: SAM.gov Opportunities API — U.S. GSA (free public data)
Enter any MC or DOT number to pull live authority status, safety rating, and insurance from the FMCSA federal database.
Source: FMCSA QCMobile API — U.S. Dept. of Transportation (free federal data)
Weekly retail diesel prices by U.S. region from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Know your true cost-per-mile.
Source: EIA Weekly Retail Diesel Prices — U.S. Dept. of Energy (free federal data)
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Step-by-step guides for SAM.gov registration, FEMA loads, DOD freight, DUNS numbers, NAICS codes, bid writing, and government payment factoring.
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Free Guides.
Plain Language.
The federal procurement process is confusing by design. These five free guides walk you through everything — from your first DOT number to getting paid on your first government load.
Get your federal operating authority from FMCSA. Required before anything else. Exact steps, costs, and timeline.
Read Full Guide →The UEI replaced the DUNS number in 2022. Here's what changed, how you get it, and where you use it.
Read Full Guide →Step-by-step walkthrough of the full SAM.gov registration process. Free, but takes up to 10 business days.
Read Full Guide →Which NAICS codes to use for your equipment type, how small business set-asides work, and how to update your registration.
Read Full Guide →How to get paid the same day on 60-day federal invoices. Includes the NOA process most truckers have never heard of.
Read Full Guide →Verify Any Broker.
Before You Haul.
Enter any MC or DOT number. Data pulled live from the FMCSA federal database — authority status, safety rating, and insurance.
Enter an MC or DOT number above to verify federal authority status.
Source: FMCSA QCMobile API — U.S. Dept. of Transportation. Always confirm authority at li.fmcsa.dot.gov before hauling.
Live Diesel Prices
By Region.
Weekly retail diesel prices from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Updated every Monday. Calculate your true cost-per-mile before bidding on a federal contract.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) Weekly Retail Diesel Prices — free public federal data, updated weekly. Regional retail averages — actual prices at specific truck stops may differ.
What Government
Freight Pays.
General pay ranges for federal freight contracts by agency and type. These are industry benchmarks — actual contract rates are posted in each SAM.gov solicitation.
| Agency / Type | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| FEMA Disaster Relief | $2.50–$4.00+/mi | Surges during disaster season. High demand, quick contracts. |
| Dept. of Defense (DOD) | $3.00–$3.25+/mi | $6,500–$8,000/load reported. Clearances required. |
| GSA General Freight | $2.00–$3.00/mi | Broad range of agencies. Most accessible for new contractors. |
| USPS Mail Transport | $1.80–$2.80/mi | Dedicated lane contracts. Consistent, repeat work. |
| VA Medical Supplies | $2.50–$3.50/mi | Specialized cargo. Higher insurance requirements. |
General industry benchmarks only — not guaranteed rates. Actual rates are in each SAM.gov solicitation. Always review full contract terms before bidding.
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Government Loads
Pay Slow. Factor Fast.
Federal agencies pay invoices in 30-60 days. Freight factoring solves that problem — and it's standard practice for every carrier hauling government freight.
Freight factoring is when a factoring company buys your unpaid invoice immediately after delivery and advances you most of the cash — typically 90-97% — on the same day or next business day. The factoring company then collects the full payment from the federal agency on their 30-60 day schedule. You pay a small fee (usually 2-5%) for the advance. You keep moving loads instead of waiting two months to get paid.
Commercial loads often pay in 30 days. Federal government loads regularly take 45-60 days — sometimes longer. That gap can kill your cash flow if you're running fuel, maintenance, and payroll in between. Factoring companies that specialize in government loads understand federal invoice formats, agency payment schedules, and the compliance requirements that come with hauling federal freight. Using a general factoring company that doesn't know government loads can create delays and headaches.
Not all factoring companies handle government freight. When choosing one, make sure they: (1) have experience with federal agency invoices — FEMA, DOD, GSA, and VA have specific documentation requirements; (2) offer same-day or next-day advances; (3) charge transparent flat fees — avoid companies with hidden fees on top of the stated rate; (4) do not require long-term contracts that lock you in; (5) understand NOA (Notice of Assignment) requirements for federal contracts, which notify the government agency that a factoring company is collecting on your behalf.
When you factor a government invoice, your factoring company will file a Notice of Assignment (NOA) with the federal agency. This is a legal notice telling the agency to redirect your payment to the factoring company instead of directly to you. Federal agencies are familiar with this process — it is standard and fully legal under the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. § 3727). Your factoring company handles the NOA filing. You just haul the load and submit your paperwork on time.
Example only. Actual factoring rates and advance percentages vary by company and contract. Always review full terms before signing with a factoring company.
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- Basic getting-started guides
- How to get your DOT & MC number
- Where to register on SAM.gov
- NAICS codes for trucking
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- Pre-filled FEMA contractor application
- DOD freight requirements checklist
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- Everything in Setup Package
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- Full guide library — all 8 modules
- FEMA seasonal alert system
- New guides added regularly
GovTruckLoads provides education and form preparation assistance only. Users submit all federal forms themselves. GovTruckLoads does not act as a legal representative, agent, or consultant in federal procurement. This is not legal advice.
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