Understanding the FAR Part 11 Overhaul: How to Align with the Government’s Updated Description of Needs

Understanding the FAR Part 11 Overhaul: How to Align with the Government’s Updated Description of Needs

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When federal agencies make purchases, their first step isn’t writing a contract—it’s defining what they need. That step, called requirements development, is guided by FAR Part 11. This section of the FAR lays the foundation for every…
About SBA’s New Small Business Search

Beta Today, Business Tomorrow: Make the Most of SBA’s New Small Business Search

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A Quiet Beta with Big Implications Click over to beta-search.certify.sba.gov and you’ll see a simple banner: “Small Business Search is currently in Beta… you may find different search results here than in DSBS, so please continue…
Building Relationships with Government Buyers in 2025

Beyond the Bid: How Relationship Capital Wins in Federal Contracting

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Take a quick look at SAM.gov and you’ll notice some familiar hurdles—solicitations that get re-scoped, forecasts that take time to refresh, and plenty of chatter about Q4 budgets. Even so, contracts are still being awarded every week, often…
FAR Model Deviations Implemented Across Agencies

FAR Model Deviations Implemented Across Agencies: What Small-Business Contractors Need to Know

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Pull up your favorite procurement coffee mug—the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) just entered the fast-lane. On April 15, 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14275, “Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement.” Its marching…
Executive Order 14240 Explained and Benefits for Small Businesses

Executive Order 14240 Decoded—And Why It’s a Game-Changer for Government-Ready Small Business Owners

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Pull up a chair, because the biggest shake-up in federal procurement since the GSA Schedule was born just landed on your desk. Signed on March 20, 2025, Executive Order 14240, “Eliminating Waste and Saving Taxpayer Dollars by Consolidating…
$1.18 B Up for Grabs: How HHS’s FY 2026 Budget Opens the Door for Facility-Management Pros

$1.18 B Up for Grabs: How HHS’s FY 2026 Budget Opens the Door for Facility-Management Pros

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Introduction – Why FY 2026 Is Different When the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) drops a 55-page “Budget-in-Brief,” government contractors everywhere grab a highlighter. This year’s release is more than another…
GSA Finalizes MAS Consolidation Phase 3: What Government Contractors Should Know and Do Next

GSA Finalizes MAS Consolidation Phase 3: What Government Contractors Should Know and Do Next

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After years of gradual transformation, the General Services Administration (GSA) has officially completed Phase 3 of its Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Consolidation. If you’re a government contractor—especially one with a GSA Schedule—this…
“Made in America” Matters: What Government Contractors Need to Know

“Made in America” Matters: What Government Contractors Need to Know

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If you’re a government contractor—or looking to become one—there’s one phrase you’ve likely heard more frequently in recent years: “Made in America.” But this isn't just a feel-good marketing slogan or patriotic tagline. It's…
AI in Government Contracting

FedBiz’5 Podcast | Episode 64 | Algorithms and Acquisition: What Federal Contractors Need to Know About AI

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Algorithms and Acquisition: What Federal Contractors Need to Know About AI Welcome back to another insight-packed edition of FedBiz'5, the podcast where government contracting gets real. In this episode, host Bobby Testa breaks down…
Understanding the New FAR Part 34 Rewrite: What It Means for Government Contractors

Understanding the New FAR Part 34 Rewrite: What It Means for Government Contractors

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Federal procurement is going through a major transformation—and it's not just about streamlining paperwork. The FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) is being overhauled to improve clarity, empower decision-makers, and make the acquisition…