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Concern for Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Businesses

Concern for Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Businesses: A Deep Dive

(Credit for the following article: SBA Office of Inspector General Sounds the Alarm on Self-Certified Small Disadvantaged Businesses - by Steven Koprince) In recent times, the U.S. government has set ambitious goals regarding contracts awarded…
The Importance of Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management for Government Contractors
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The Importance of Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management for Government Contractors

Cyber threats are omnipresent in this day and age. From the recent attack on a California healthcare provider that paralyzed emergency rooms nationwide to the MOVEit software hack that affected multiple federal agencies, cyberattacks are becoming…
SBA's 8(a) Program Ruling: Implications and the Path Forward

SBA’s 8(a) Program Ruling: Implications and the Path Forward

The recent U.S. District Court ruling in the Ultima Services Corp. v. U.S. Department of Agriculture case has generated significant buzz within the federal contractor community. It pertains to the Small Business Administration's (SBA) 8(a)…
The SBA's Unwavering Commitment to HUBZone Integrity: What It Means for Government Contractors

The SBA’s Unwavering Commitment to HUBZone Integrity: What It Means for Government Contractors

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently reiterated its dedication to safeguarding the integrity of the Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone) program. This comes as an unequivocal message to all stakeholders: the…
Acquisition 360: A New Rule to Improve the Federal Acquisition Process
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Acquisition 360: A New Rule to Improve the Federal Acquisition Process

The Department of Defense (DoD), General Services Administration (GSA), and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have jointly issued a final rule that amends the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). This rule, known as "Acquisition…
The Pentagon is Prioritizing a Streamlined Acquisition Program

The Pentagon is Prioritizing a Streamlined Acquisition Program

The Department of Defense (DoD) is actively taking steps to improve and expedite its acquisition processes. Instead of developing entirely new methods, the Defense Department is set on leveraging existing tools more efficiently. At a recent…
The Federal Government Braces for an Eventful Transition

The Federal Government Braces for an Eventful Transition

Busy Federal Q4 2023 to Bleed into Just as Crazy Q1 2024 The 4th Quarter federal buying season is here, and federal agencies across the U.S. are geared up for a tumultuous period that promises to spill over into an equally chaotic 1st Quarter…
An Updated Guide to GSA Per Diem Rates for 2023

Navigating the World of Government Contracting: An Updated Guide to GSA Per Diem Rates for 2023

As a business owner, you're no stranger to the thrill of the game. Every day is a big game, where you're the main player, and the success of your company is the prize. But what if you could increase the stakes and the potential rewards? What…
New Government Search Tool to Help Native American-Owned Small Businesses
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New Government Search Tool to Help Native American-Owned Small Businesses

The U.S. General Services Administration (“GSA”) has launched a new search tool to support Native American-owned small businesses that allows government buyers to more easily find specific Native American-owned small businesses when searching…
Christmas in July
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Christmas in July! Capitalizing on the Federal Fiscal Year-End Spending Now

As we welcome July, the start of the federal government's fiscal year 4th Quarter ending on September 30th, we also prepare for the government’s annual year-end spending spree. In the world of federal agencies, unspent budget allocations…