SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Please join attorney John Holtz , as he heads back to his home state of Nebraska, to the Meet the Buyers Conference. This is Nebraska’s premier government contracting conference where businesses can advance their contracting knowledge, connect with other business owners, and network directly with agency representatives and buyers.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Discover how to navigate the process and secure government contracts for your business. Key Takeaways Bidding on government contracts presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, especially small enterprises, with substantial revenue and credibility benefits. Why Bid on Government Jobs?

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Indian Country Business Summit (ICBS) is hosting its annual “Diversity in Government Contracting” ICBSSHOW in Oklahoma City this month. And our very own Gregory Weber will be attending and presenting on federal contracting legal updates. Legal updates is always a great presentation.

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SmallGovCon

APRIL 26, 2024

In federal government contracting news this week, be sure to check out the stories about the new sustainability rules (and our recent blog ), as well as new legislation on solicitation language and buying technology. It’s wonderful weather for all those recently planted gardens, however, as long as the storms aren’t bad!

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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

JANUARY 4, 2024

"Government contracting is not a secret, it's just a process. When you follow the process, you'll have repeatable, predictable success as a small business government contractor." PHASE 4 | Relationships ' Relationships ' are key to your government contracting business. Download your copy here.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Diving into government contracting with SAM requires a clear roadmap to success. SAM.gov stands as a crucial portal for businesses seeking federal contracts. This article delivers a concise guide on effectively using SAM, from completing your registration to enhancing your contracting strategy.

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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

JUNE 1, 2023

Social Selling has emerged as a powerful strategy to engage with federal agency buyers and teaming partners. Next he explains when and how to engage to become 'findable' and 'attractive' to potential buyers. So it is crucial to reach and connect with these potential buyers. It is just a process. Visibility.

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OCTOBER 29, 2024

Want to expand your small business with government contracts? This article covers how a small business government contractor can qualify, find opportunities, and thrive in this space. We’ll explore essential resources, strategies for winning contracts, and compliance requirements.

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Tracker Intelligence

JULY 20, 2022

With so much money in play, it should be unsurprising that government procurement attracts so much interest. Even big names like Amazon, Dell, and Apple hold government contracts in England. The popularity of government contracting is a testament to how beneficial the process can be for your business.

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Government Contracts & Global Trade

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The most important section in your federal proposal and contract will always be pricing – just ask any CEO or federal buyer. But in today’s government market, there are a lot of areas that can confuse a contractor’s pricing strategy. And when you win the bid, the questions remain: “will we make a profit?”

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Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

3] TINA defines cost or pricing data to mean all facts that, as of the relevant date, a prudent buyer or seller would reasonably expect to affect price negotiations significantly. [4] 4] TINA is intended to “level the playing field” by providing Government negotiators the same cost or pricing data available to contractors.

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APRIL 26, 2024

CSGMP stands out as the premier marketing program designed specifically to drive success in the government sphere. By leveraging the Client Success Government Marketing Program, companies gain access to a comprehensive suite of strategic resources tailored for government contracting.

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OCTOBER 10, 2023

Earning Government Contracts is something that most of us don’t know a great deal about. In his most recent interview on the Spotlight Digital Network with Damon Roberts, Jason shares his knowledge and passion for Government Contracting, and explains how you can get started in the industry as well.

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Federal News Network

AUGUST 1, 2024

Companies entering into government contracting (or expanding their capabilities team skillset) may consider a mergers and acquisition strategy. They can merge with or acquire another contractor to gain past performance history, new contract vehicles and new technical capabilities. subsidiary), then buyers may avoid novation.

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Government Contracts

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A Colorado state judge entered an emergency order Monday forcing a Colorado aerospace company that sold its assets to California-based Interconnect Solutions Co. for $15 million to turn over its business accounts to ISC, which said the accounts are needed to perform work for customer Lockheed Martin.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 3, 2024

To set the groundwork for future episodes, Nicole Owren-Wiest and Erin Rankin talk fundamentals: What is the purpose behind the often counter-intuitive and complex government contracts cost and pricing rules? What are the various price analysis techniques available to the world’s largest buyer of goods and services? “It

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The Indian Country Business Summit (ICBS) is hosting its annual “Diversity in Government Contracting” ICBSSHOW in Oklahoma City this month. And our very own equity partner, Nicole Pottroff, will be attending and presenting on this year’s federal contracting legal updates.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Welcome back to the Cost Corner, where we provide practical insight into the complex cost and pricing requirements that apply to Government contractors. 23] Because the test for allocability is stated in the disjunctive, a cost is allocable to a Government contract if it meets any of the foregoing criteria. [24]

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The government imposes unique requirements and rules that are disconnected from the commercial sector and often require different business systems and compliance mechanisms.   Hispanic Americans start more companies per capita than their non-Hispanic counterparts. And it would be a loss for the government and private sector.

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FedScout

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Land profitable government contracts and make long-lasting relationships with government buyers. Learn about what to avoid when looking for your next contract. Use the right tools and processes to easily discover your niche. It’s easy to get buried under the licensing, registration, and administrative work.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 13, 2023

I was in Iowa last month, John Holtz is headed to Nebraska next week for the Fall Meet the Buyers Government Contracting Conference and Nicole Pottroff will be going to Oklahoma the following week for the ICBS Conference. It’s also conference season at SmallGovCon.com. Please come out to see them if you are in the area.

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Traditional public procurement is often adversarial between public buyers and suppliers, with each side aiming to maximize its own benefit through strict rules for protection. In contrast, relational contracting emphasizes cooperation for mutual benefit.

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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

APRIL 26, 2023

This is just one of the 6 Essential Marketing Assets for Small Business Government Contractors in the Federal Marketplace In the market research phase, government buyers are just trying to collect a pool of 'generally qualified' vendors and don't have time to read lengthy documents.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

JUNE 27, 2024

The final rule explains that the SUP-free icon is intended to act “as an important discriminator when buyers are making purchasing decisions” so that FSS contractors that adopt this voluntary measure will become more marketable in the federal procurement space. View the full article

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Public sector professionals must responsibly procure goods and service contracts on behalf of the taxpayer. Seasoned practitioners in public procurement can be jaded from situations that have gone wrong, and it is common for inexperienced public buyers to experience risk aversion and fear of the unknown.

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aptac

JUNE 22, 2018

Especially in emergencies, agency buyers may rely on the internet for market research. Actively research to find contract opportunities and then pursue them. Contact your PTAC : There are never shortcuts in government contracting. PTACs provide a wide range of government contracting help – most free of charge!

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Tendersinfo

JUNE 4, 2021

Identify the Pain Areas of the Buyer It is of utmost importance to comprehend the requirements and recognize the torment spaces of the buyer. A tender response should be able to make you stand out from the competition and talk about how your services can add value to the buyer.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 30, 2023

And by checking that competition box, you now have a mechanism to receive or potentially get a government contract. So someone like me, a practitioner on the government side who is supporting a government buyer, has the ability to do business directly with you for your solution, not for anything for your solution.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 1, 2024

The FAR defines a requirements contract as: A requirements contract provides for filling all actual purchase requirements of designated Government activities for supplies or services during a specified contract period (from one contractor) with deliveries or performance to be scheduled by placing delivery orders with the contractor.

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Public Contracting Institute

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

GSA is asking Congress to modify this part of CICA so that using Schedule contracts will meet competition standards when doing so results in the “best value” for government buyers. GSA believes that this change will remove any ambiguities and make clear that Schedule contracts are a competitive method of acquisition.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

This will allow buyers to have clear information on their approach, and how to overcome current risks and promote sustainable changes. The Act requires that all public entities consider the social value and impact of procurement decisions, and comply with the Government Buying Standards.

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Select GCR

JULY 23, 2024

This thorough vetting process ensures that only qualified businesses can engage in government contracting, enhancing overall transparency and reliability. Additionally, SAM registration provides access to federal service desk assistance, helping businesses navigate the complexities of government contracting more effectively.

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AWS Public Sector

JUNE 3, 2024

This made it simpler for specialists to bid for government work and increased government access to technology innovators. The simplified procurement process worked for tech and focused on outcomes, so the government became a knowledgeable buyer of technology. These commitments support inclusive, diverse economic growth.

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Public Contracting Institute

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These federal initiatives give veterans a strategic advantage in the competitive arena of government contracting. Set-aside programs are designed to ensure these businesses have a fair competitive edge in federal contracting. The Public Contracting Institute is proud to support your journey on the path to success.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 22, 2023

They leveraged Paraguay’s high quality, publicly accessible open contracting data to measure the existing participation of these smaller businesses and to understand their challenges in working with government buyers. A key insight was that entrepreneurs didn’t know much about government contracting.

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GovSpend

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Knowing that intelligence benefits all participants in the sales process, GovSpend aims to put procurement data in the hands of both buyers and sellers, enabling them to have smarter, more productive purchasing conversations. The GovSpend platform was built with this workflow in mind.

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Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 16, 2024

The platform provides real-time alerts, detailed project insights, customised dashboards, and tailored support for buyers, making it one of the best tools for companies seeking to stay ahead in their business proposals. A good profile makes it easier for your clients to trust you, which will likely attract more buyers.

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