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2020 Was Quite Unpredictable  The past year was certainly quite a ride. Many businesses had to suffer some very unexpected hard times. This type of roller coaster marketplace is one of the reasons that registering for the SAM directory in 2021 is a very smart move.  The Coronavirus has changed almost every aspect of life in the… Continue reading Why Your Business Should Register For SAM In 2021

Get The Bid Package  After you have ascertained the government contract that you want to bid on, it is important to contact the agency and request a bid package. This package is also often called the solicitation package.  After you receive the package, review it carefully. Find out what the purchasing office is wanting to buy… Continue reading How To Get Government Construction Contracts Part- 2

Government Contracts Can Be Very Lucrative For Small Businesses  The United States government issues 500 billion dollars in federal contracts on a yearly basis. They also set aside 23 billion dollars specifically for small businesses. However, many small businesses find the process of winning government contracts daunting and give up before even really trying.   Sam… Continue reading Federal Government Compliance For Small Businesses Part 1

Just like every other industry, the pandemic has had a profound effect on the government contracting industry. However, government contracting still can promise a profitable future for small businesses. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018 has provided a large amount of funding for many government programs, including the military. This allowed for $500 billion dollars to be used for new… Continue reading Government Contracting Trends For Small Businesses In 2021

Welcome Back!  We are happy that you are continuing to join us in our series on what to do if you do not agree with a decision made by the government about a contract award.  Time Tables for Filing a Protest to the Government Accounting Office or GAO  You must file a protest to the GAO within… Continue reading Protesting A Government Contract Decision- Part 2

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. That will still hold true in the coming… Continue reading Government Contracting Strategies For Small Businesses 2021- Part 2

Understanding The Federal Contracting System  General Services Administration, also known as GSA, is responsible for acquiring the goods and services needed by federal agencies. The United States government basically needs everything and is a super consumer worth $500 billion dollars.  The government uses schedules to purchase goods and services. When there is a need in an agency… Continue reading Rules For Obtaining Government Contracting For Small Businesses

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 that were doing quite well had to totally rethink their business models quickly in order to survive.  One of the best ways to expand your business and have a secure lifeline… Continue reading Guide To Federal Contracting -Part 2

The First Step Is Registering With SAM  To do any 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 SAM directory.  Please read one of the helpful blog articles on… Continue reading Government Contracting Bidding Tips

What Is Government Contracting?  Government contracting is when specific government agencies contract with private companies for specific goods or services. The agencies usually put out a contract or often a request for proposal (RFP) and various companies can place bids for the project. Once an agency selects a particular business, a contract is signed, and that business… Continue reading Guide To Federal Contracting-Part 1