Win Government Contracts before they post to SAM.gov

How Smart Government Contractors Capture Opportunities Before They Hit Public Bid Sites

Most contractors are taught to watch SAM.gov, scan bid boards, set up alerts, and respond when something looks like a fit. That is not wrong. It is also not enough. By the time an opportunity shows up publicly, a lot has already happened.…
DoD Acquisition Reform and Small Business Government Contractors

DoD Acquisition Reform Is Moving Faster. Small Businesses Should Be Paying Attention.

For years, small business contractors have heard some version of the same advice: register in SAM.gov, build a capability statement, find opportunities, submit proposals, and wait. That advice is not wrong. It is just incomplete. The…
The Contractors Who Win in Q4 Usually Start in Q3

Why Q3 Is the Real Start of Q4 in Government Contracting

A lot of small businesses new to government contracting assume Q4 is when the real action starts. That is only partly true. Yes, Q4 is the federal government’s busiest buying stretch because the federal fiscal year ends on September…
Build America, Buy America Rules Explained for Small Contractors

Build America, Buy America: The Domestic Content Rule That Can Knock Small Suppliers Out of a Deal Before They Even Know They’re In It

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A lot of small businesses do not realize they have a Build America, Buy America problem until a customer asks a painful question: “Can you certify this is BABA-compliant?” That is usually the moment the scramble starts. The buyer…
Department of Homeland Security and Government Contracting

DHS in FY2025: What the Spending Patterns Tell Small Businesses (and How to Act on Them)

If your company is “DHS-curious,” FY2025 is a good reminder that the Department of Homeland Security isn’t one monolithic buyer. It’s a federation of mission-driven components, each with its own buying habits, contract vehicles, and…
GSA Schedule OMB Memo

GSA Schedules Just Became Mission‑Critical: Why Contractors Should Act Now

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Introduction: A Seismic Shift in How Federal Agencies Will Buy Late yesterday the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released implementation guidance that will fundamentally reshape federal purchasing for “common goods and services.” The…
What the SBA’s ‘Made in America Manufacturing Initiative’ Means for Government Contractors

Reviving American Industry: What the SBA’s ‘Made in America Manufacturing Initiative’ Means for Government Contractors

A new chapter in American manufacturing is here—and if you're a government contractor, it's one you’ll want to be part of. On March 10, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched a major initiative designed to bring…
Top 10 Tips for New Government Contractors (That You Might Not Know Yet)

Top 10 Tips for New Government Contractors (That You Might Not Know Yet)

If you’re new to the world of government contracting—welcome. It’s exciting, but let’s be honest—it’s also complicated. From registration hurdles to figuring out what the heck a NAICS code even is, the road to winning your first…
Visibility in Government Contracting

Why Visibility Is Everything in Today’s Government Marketplace

And How To Win When Contracting Officers Are Busier Than Ever There’s a quiet shift happening across the federal contracting space—and if you’re a business looking to win awards, it’s time to pay attention. Under recent administrative…

FedBiz’5 Podcast | Episode 62 | The 2025 Stopgap Shake-Up: Winners, Losers, and What to Do Next

In this episode of FedBiz'5, host Bobby Testa takes a deep dive into the recently signed 2025 stopgap funding bill—and what it means for government contractors navigating the remainder of the fiscal year. Signed into law by President…