
Do you qualify for these 5 certifications? Most contractors don’t know they’re eligible.
Govt. Contracting Tips
Are you missing out on federal contracting growth simply because you didn’t know you were eligible for a certification? Many small and medium‑sized businesses assume the certifications are just for others—when in fact they might be very…

FY 2026 Federal Contracting Guide: How Small Contractors Can Leverage Registration, Certifications & Market Intelligence to Win
Govt. Contracting Tips
New fiscal year, fresh runway. FY 2026 officially began on October 1, 2025, which means agencies are updating priorities, refreshing pipelines, and moving budget to programs that matter right now. If you’re a small business, this is your…

The 2025 Government Contract Proposal Guide: How to Write Proposals That Win
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Government contracting is one of the most powerful ways for small and mid-sized businesses to grow. Yet for many contractors, the biggest challenge isn’t finding opportunities — it’s writing a proposal that wins.
That’s where the…

FedBiz365 Just Got Even Smarter: Here’s What’s New (And Why It Matters for Government Contractors)
Govt. Contracting Tips, Latest News
Market research is the cornerstone of successful government contracting. The more you know about what agencies are buying, who’s winning contracts, and when new opportunities are coming, the more prepared you are to compete and win.
That’s…

10 Things Every Government Contractor Should Know About the New Fiscal Year
Govt. Contracting Tips
Happy FY2026! The federal government’s new budget cycle began on October 1st. In the world of government contracting, that’s more of a starting gun than a fresh calendar. If you’re a small or medium‑size contractor serious about winning…

Major Update to the DBE / ACDBE Program: What Small Business Government Contractors Need to Know
Govt. Contracting Tips, Latest News
The federal government has just rolled out one of the most important changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concessions DBE (ACDBE) programs in decades. For small businesses engaged in transportation-related contracts…

The Shutdown Is Federal, Not Final: How Contractors Can Pivot to SLED and Keep Winning
Govt. Contracting Tips, Latest News
If you’ve been watching the news or even just checking your inbox, you’ve likely seen headlines about a federal government shutdown.
And if you’re a government contractor, those headlines can raise some tough questions. Will funding…

New FAR Part 19 Explained: How Small Businesses Benefit from the Overhaul
Govt. Contracting Tips, Latest News, The FAR
The FAR rewrite has been one of the most sweeping changes in federal procurement in decades. Among all the parts being overhauled, Part 19—Small Business Programs—is arguably the one with the highest stakes for small businesses. Why?…

FAR Overhaul Guide: What the New Model Deviations Mean for Contractors | Parts 7, 24, 28, 30, 44, 46, 48, and 49
Govt. Contracting Tips, The FAR
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is undergoing a historic rewrite. For decades, contractors have worked under a patchwork of rules layered with guidance, supplements, and agency interpretations. The current overhaul is intended to simplify,…

Trump Administration Reunites with Elon Musk on AI: What Government Contractors Need to Know
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On September 25, 2025, President Trump and Elon Musk officially reunited in a move already being described as a watershed moment for government technology. The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced a major OneGov agreement with…
