Government Contracting Blog

Supply chain security is a popular buzzword in the federal government especially when it comes to domestic procurement and focusing on initiatives like the Buy American Act (BAA). The newest Executive Order (EO) is no different, but that doesn’t mean you should gloss over it, especially if you’re a contractor within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).

A government contractor capabilities statement is a one-page marketing document that introduces your company to federal buyers. It summarizes your core competencies, differentiators, past performance, certifications, and contract vehicles to help agencies quickly determine whether your business is a good fit for their requirements.

The fourth quarter (Q4) of the federal government's fiscal year is officially underway. As agencies work to obligate their appropriations before the fiscal year ends on September 30, contracting activity increases across the federal government. Whether you are a current or prospective government contractor, Q4 offers valuable opportunities to compete for new work and expand your reach in the federal marketplace.

After years of anticipation, NASA announced the initial SEWP VI contract awards in June 2026, marking the next generation of one of the federal government's top IT acquisition vehicles. While the ordering period does not officially begin until November 1, 2026, now is the time for both contractors and technology providers to understand what SEWP VI is, how it differs from SEWP V, and how they might be able to get involved.

With the release of GSA’s Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Solicitation Refresh #31 earlier this year, Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) is now mandatory for all SINs under MAS. As of July 1, 2026, all MAS contracts are subject to TDR, and all contractors are required to begin reporting sales monthly.

Back in March, we covered GSA's proposal to modernize the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) by consolidating the certification rules and clarifying certain points of the program. In late June, FedRAMP released the FedRAMP Consolidated Rules for 2026, establishing a new certification framework that will gradually replace many long-standing processes over the next several months.