Government Contracting Blog

If your organization has long relied on grants and those funding streams have recently been cut or reduced, you might be wondering what’s next. One thing we’re starting to see in the procurement world is the pivot from federal grants to federal government contracts. Some organizations that have previously relied on grants are turning to government contracts for additional ways to increase revenue. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the key differences between grants and contracts, help you assess your readiness, and help you understand the process of getting a government contract.

Entering the public sector through a GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) can open your business up to a whole new world of opportunities, from new federal and state customers to a range of tools and procurement sites to help you gain visibility. However, navigating a new market as a small business can be a daunting task. It can be especially daunting as a veteran-owned business—veterans can face significant obstacles entering the federal market.

Cybersecurity scams are on the rise, and they aren't as simple as the infamous gift cards for your boss gimmick. Bad actors have become more skilled in their phishing and hacking, making it more important than ever to have a strong cybersecurity posture. As a government contractor, you inevitably deal with sensitive government information, data, and software, so there are certain government regulations you have to follow to defend against compromising your network.

When a government agency has a need for a product or service, the dollar amount determines how they go about procuring it. One of the most important of these benchmarks is the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) — the dollar amount under which agencies can use streamlined acquisition procedures to buy goods and services. These simplified methods are designed to reduce administrative burden and speed up procurement, which benefits contractors and agencies alike. Recently, a final rule was issued to raise the Simplified Acquisition Threshold from $250,000 to $350,000 to account for inflation. This is good news for contractors, especially small businesses. This blog post defines the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), its purpose, its impact on small businesses, and what you should do when searching for opportunities within the set threshold.

If you have recently been awarded an OASIS+ contract, understanding how to navigate eBuy is essential. GSA eBuy is the only platform where all OASIS+ task orders are posted, which means your ability to find and respond to new business depends on how well you know the system. In this blog, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to successfully use eBuy for your OASIS+ contract, from logging in and managing your contract to identifying opportunities and submitting competitive quotes. We’ll also touch on helpful tips for requesting feedback and utilizing available training resources. Let’s start by making sure you know how to access and log in to eBuy.

Some of us might just see it as the start of fall, but October also means the beginning of a new federal government Fiscal Year. The transition from FY 2025 to 2026 is a crucial period for contractors with new opportunities, shifts in budget allocations, and renewed procurement priorities. Especially now that we changed administrations, we can expect to continue to see a significant amount of change in federal procurement over the next year. How you prepare for this change as a GSA Schedule contractor can significantly impact your success in the coming year. So, let’s talk about 10 strategies to ensure your contract is ready for the upcoming Fiscal Year.