Author: Dona Basu

Special Consideration In many markets, small businesses are often outcompeted by larger organizations that often have access to almost unlimited resources. This set aside actually might increase a small business’s chances of winning a lucrative bid. The following is set as statutory rules to give small businesses a fair chance in the marketplace: 23 percent… Continue reading How Not To Miss Out On Government Contracting Opportunities

Do Your Research Once you have selected some agencies that are in need of your goods and services, it is very important to research your customers. Luckily, nowadays you can find out a lot about an organization online. The United States government is a customer just like any other. However, this customer has deep pockets… Continue reading Small Business Contracting Challenges

DCAA Approval The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA)  helps define business systems requirements and provides direction on audits and approval criteria. Potential government contractors need to understand this agency as they define the approval criteria for awarding contracts. They also have a strong hand in guiding government audits. Speaking with them will help you with… Continue reading Learning The Language of Small Business Government Contracting

Innovation Is Key The government needs to be very careful about how they handle money that is provided by taxpayers. They are tasked with making sure that things go smoothly and that no unnecessary risks are taken. This is a great opportunity for a small business that prides itself on finding innovative solutions to age-old… Continue reading How Small Businesses Can Win Government Contracts In 2023

The First Step Is Registering With SAM To do business with the federal government, you must register your business in the System for Award Management directory. The government will not hire any type of business (large or small) that has not registered in the SAM directory. Please read one of the helpful blog articles on… Continue reading Small Business Advice For Bidding On Federal Contracts In 2023

The United States Government Is A Very Powerful Client With Deep Pockets The Federal government usually spends around 500 billion dollars a year on goods and services. This makes the U.S. government an extremely attractive client. There are few other organizations with this type of spending power and clout. The government also tends to buy… Continue reading How Small Businesses Can Prosper During Tough Economic Times

Government Contracting Forecast For 2023 The Department Of Health And Human Services The Department of Health and Human Services states its mission “Is to enhance the health and well-being of all Americans, by providing for effective health and human services and by fostering sound, sustained advances in the sciences underlying medicine, public health, and social… Continue reading Government Contracting Forecast For 2023

Decision To Protest If you do decide to protest, it is in your best interest to call counsel as soon as possible. Contract law can be very complicated and it would be a very good idea to consult with your legal counsel. If you do decide to protest, you have avenues that can guide you… Continue reading How Small Businesses Can Protest Government Contracting Decisions

The business landscape has changed dramatically in the last decade. One thing that has always remained constant is that the United States Federal Government is one the largest and most potent consumers of goods and services in the world. Being a government contractor is a highly desired position for any business. What Is A Government… Continue reading What Small Businesses Should Know About Being A Government Contractor

Government Contracts Offer Security  The recent pandemic has just shed light on how things can change in the small business marketplace in the blink of an eye. Businesses doing quite well had to rethink their business models quickly to survive. Becoming a government contractor is one of the best ways to expand your business and… Continue reading How To Enter The Lucrative World Of Government Contracting