Should My Small Business Respond to a Sources Sought or RFI? The purpose of a sources sought notification is to determine if a small business can perform required contract work, while a Request for Information’s (“RFI”) purpose is to collect written information about the capabilities of various suppliers. Where a sources sought notification may seek to learn […]
The best online directory of businesses selling to the Federal Government just got better! Introducing the SAM Score™. What is the SAM Score™? Your business’s SAM Score™ provides you with a clear view of how your business appears to government buyers. Designed by the team at FedBiz Access, the custom tool is found only at […]
FedBiz Access (“FedBiz”) was recently named to the annual listing of Top 10 companies that are at the forefront of providing government consulting services and impacting the government marketplace. As the federal government continues to rely on technology to streamline its operations, businesses seeking to work with the government must also stay up to date […]
The world of government contracting has long been known for its bureaucracy and red tape, making it a difficult arena for many businesses to navigate. However, the advent of artificial intelligence (“AI”) and natural language processing (“NLP”) technologies such as ChatGPT are set to revolutionize the way contractors do business with the federal government and […]
How the Government Begins Its Procurement Lifecycle All government procurement begins with either an idea or need by a government agency. The procurement lifecycle starts with market research and determining whether the size of the contract meets the simplified acquisition threshold for a small business set-aside award. It’s important for businesses to get involved in […]
If you’re a business owner looking to sell your products or services to the government, getting a GSA Schedule is a crucial step. A GSA Schedule is a 5-Year Contract (renewable up to 3x’s) that allows government agencies to purchase products and services from your company at set prices and terms. However, the process of getting a […]
The Department of the Navy’s Office of Small Business Programs (DONOSBP) has recently announced its plan to increase the number of 8(a) awards to small businesses. This move is aimed at improving the participation of small businesses in Navy contracts and increasing diversity in its supplier base. In this blog post, we will explore what […]
Small businesses often find themselves in a position where they need to explore new opportunities to grow and succeed. One of the most promising avenues for growth is to win government contracts. However, this can be a daunting task for many small businesses that lack the experience and resources necessary to navigate the complex world […]
Today we say hello to Senior Contracting Specialist Sidney Waters, a FedBiz and USMC veteran with a big smile, flexible ears, and a proven record of assisting businesses in the government marketplace. Name: Sidney Waters Position/Title: Senior Contracting Specialist Time at FedBiz: 9 years Experience: After the Marine Corp I worked in construction building swimming pools, […]
Engaging Government Buyers Who in the federal government should a small business reach out to so that they can build a relationship? It takes targeted market research to identify the federal agencies whose needs most closely align with your core competencies. Then, it takes grit and patience to build win-win relationships. In this episode of […]