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Government Business Development | Government
By:
Stephanie Hagan
October 30th, 2023
Veteran-owned businesses (especially small businesses) are often met with obstacles when entering the federal marketplace, which can make the process lengthy and more difficult. The government tries to mitigate this with providing more resources and opportunities for disadvantaged small businesses. Small businesses have access to unique opportunities within the federal government, including specialized programs and set-aside contracts. One socio-economic group the Small Business Administration (SBA) recognizes for set-asides and additional resources is Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDBVOSBs). In this blog, we’ll discuss what SDVOSBs are, how to certify, and what the federal contracting landscape looks like.
By:
Stephanie Hagan
October 26th, 2023
If you have a government contract such as the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), or are thinking about getting one, good cyber hygiene is key. Of course, every company wants to avoid cyber attacks and hacking, but it’s important when you are selling to the federal government to have certain practices in place to proactively safeguard your network.
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
October 18th, 2023
The government is consistently making changes to improve programs available for General Services Administration (GSA) Schedule contractors, especially alterations that positively impact small business owners. If you’re a small business, you may be familiar with the 8(a) Program Business Development Program. This program helps socially and economically disadvantaged companies, such as woman-owned, minority-owned, veteran-owned, and disability-owned small businesses. This 8(a) Program is designed to provide additional support by offering training, counseling, and access to government contracts. Additionally, it gives small businesses a fair chance to compete against large corporations.
Government Business Development | Government
By:
Stephanie Hagan
October 11th, 2023
In the ever-evolving world of government contracting, having the right tools and platforms can be a game-changer for businesses. If you have a GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract or are seriously thinking about getting one, you have probably come across the GSA eBuy site. GSA eBuy can be overwhelming if you aren’t familiar with it, but it’s an incredibly important tool for your GSA Schedule business development and success. For those who haven't or are just beginning their journey into government contracting, let's delve into why GSA eBuy is such a significant site for GSA Schedule contractors, and how you can use it to your advantage.
By:
Stephanie Hagan
September 26th, 2023
The government Fiscal Year is coming to a close on Saturday, September 30, 2023, which means time is not only running out to use up annual budgets, but the clock is ticking for Congress to approve government funds for next year. This year so far, Congress hasn't enacted any of the 12 appropriations bills setting the spending levels for next year, which could cause the federal government to shut down on October 1.
By:
Stephanie Hagan
August 30th, 2023
The Department of Defense (DoD) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) are expecting the release of a proposed Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) rule in September 2023. This rule was originally expected earlier this summer, but once released will set the framework for CMMC. Since this rule has been highly anticipated, let’s cover what you can expect over the next few months and how you can prepare for the implementation of CMMC.
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