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The latest insights for government contracting success, GSA Schedule assistance, & IT Manufacturer support.
By:
Stephanie Hagan
May 8th, 2024
A new Final Rule will introduce the support of price competition in AbilityOne Program contracts. The Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled, which operates as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission, published a Final Rule in late March clarifying the Commission’s authority to consider different pricing methodologies. The rule went into effect on April 22, 2024. Since the Program’s inception in the 1930s, price hasn’t been a major factor in awards, unlike the rest of the government contracting world. Let’s talk about this new legislation and how it impacts government contractors.
By:
Daniel Lopez
May 6th, 2024
Small businesses are widely recognized for their significant contribution to the economy, as they continuously create job opportunities. If you're a small business owner and worried about competing with larger corporations in the government contracting world, don't be discouraged. Small businesses have the advantage of small business set-asides, which help them to compete. In this blog post, we'll explore everything you need to know about small business set-asides, from what they are and how to qualify for them, to how to successfully secure these assistance programs.
Do you know what the real benefits of being on the GSA Schedule are? Learn the top 10 reasons (and advantages) why you should consider it.
By:
Natalia Ventura
May 3rd, 2024
Recently, the General Services Administration (GSA) released a webinar covering policy landscape in the government Q2 of FY24. During this webinar, they explored various topics relevant to current and prospective GSA contractors. In this blog, we’ll discuss changes that were implemented in Q2 FY24 and what’s expected in Q3 FY24 (April through June), such as robo mods, TDR changes, and new regulations regarding Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM).
By:
Stephanie Hagan
May 1st, 2024
As global conflicts continue, causing inflation, supply chain shortages, and other negative economic impacts, many businesses turn to the public sector to expand their markets and find a more stable stream of opportunities. Even if the commercial markets are not performing well, the government is always in need of supplies and services to keep our agencies and programs running. However, even if you know some of the government contracting basics, getting your own government contract and finding time to maintain contract compliance can be a large ordeal to take on yourself. As GSA Schedule consultants, we at Winvale help our clients acquire a GSA Schedule and offer maintenance and compliance assistance throughout the entire contract. With over 20 years of experience, we’ve seen the many ways our clients have profited from public sector consultants. But we know it's not always easy to justify hiring someone to help you through this process.
By:
Stephanie Hagan
April 26th, 2024
When you go through the GSA Schedule acquisition process, you are evaluated on many levels. From administrative and financial records, to past performance and your pricing, GSA takes a close look at your company. This is because GSA wants to ensure you are going to be a reliable contractor and can supply the products and services you intend to offer. However, once you have made it successfully through the acquisition process and are awarded your GSA Schedule contract, the evaluations don’t necessarily evaporate.
GSA Schedule | Resources and Insight
By:
Matthew Lewis
April 24th, 2024
If you have recently been awarded a GSA Schedule, you may be wondering what can you do to make sure your rates and offerings remain as competitive as possible? As a GSA Schedule holder, one of the most important aspects of maximizing the potential of your contract is having an understanding of best practices from a pricing standpoint. When can I raise my rates? When should I consider adding additional items to my GSA Schedule? How can I view my competitors’ rates? These are some of the questions GSA contractors should consider.
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