Forecast type attribute
The forecast category reported for a planned federal contracting opportunity.
- Type:
string | null - Value set: Enum
- Data types: Federal forecast
- Fields:
forecast_type
Values
GovTribe normalizes forecast category values into customer-facing labels.
New Requirement: The forecast is for a new requirement.Recompete: The forecast is for a recompete or follow-on to an existing contract.Exercise of Option: The forecast is for an option exercise.No Longer Required: The source indicates the forecasted requirement is no longer required.
Observed usage
Data from May 2025 - May 2026.
| Value | Federal Forecast |
|---|---|
New Requirement | 13,307 (78.7%) |
Recompete | 3,437 (20.3%) |
Exercise of Option | 158 (0.9%) |
No Longer Required | 3 (<0.1%) |