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Supplier Diversity: From Checking the Box to Driving Business Strategy

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Government, which has been sponsoring diversity programs since 1969 on government contracts. businesses proudly maintain robust supplier diversity programs. They have now moved from largely being a reporting exercise, to being a business strategy.

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SBA Lifts the Application Hold for 8(a) Certification

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Understanding the 8(a) Business Development Program: The 8(a) Business Development Program is a unique initiative designed by the SBA to provide a level playing field for small businesses, particularly those owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals. Developing a robust marketing strategy is equally crucial.

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Small and minority-owned businesses see more opportunity than ever

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And what we found that I think is both super important and maybe a little surprising, is that diverse owned and small businesses have the capacity for contracting. And they say that government contracting is critical for their business strategies. But it’s government. Tom Temin Sure.

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Another possible challenge for DoD’s $19B moving contract: No movers

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Service Contract Act complications Another major complication for movers: Under the GHC contract, they’ll need to comply with the Service Contract Act (SCA) — something they’ve never had to do before, and that they argue is fundamentally incompatible with the way the moving industry operates. I’m a military mover.

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Sole Source Procurement: A Guide to Single-Source Acquisitions

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These scenarios often involve a need for expertise, standardization, quality, compatibility, and exclusive availability of products or services. However, a sole source justification based solely on quality, preference, or standard price comparisons is invalid. There are several common scenarios where it is vital.

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Marketplace Interview: How DEI Actions Could Impact Minority Contractors

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As government transparency and efficiency continue to dominate the conversation, we are committed to delivering the high-quality intelligence you can trust. The executive order directed the government to terminate all government contracts that they view as being equity-related, Casimir said.