The current SEWP V contract has a value of over $45 Billion with about 140+ contract holders including 100+ small businesses with 9000+ OEM (providers) This contract is utilized by every government agency and other prime contracts to support their contracts. This is a tremendous opportunity for small businesses providing products and services in Information and Communication Technology and Audio …
IT contractors is this the right time to consider going after federal contracts
Everyone knows that the federal market is huge. Problem GSA is Facing in Small Business IT market Over the past three years the number of small businesses offering IT services to the federal government has significantly decreased in the GSA portfolio. The number of businesses in this sector has shrunk by an alarming 24% between 2018 and 2021. The main …
GOVERNMENT WIDE ACQUISITION CONTRACTS (GWAC) DO YOU NEED ONE?
If you are seeking to be a prime contractor in federal contracting your firm will more than likely need to be on a GWAC such as GSA Schedule MAC contract which can provide you with contract opportunities for at least 20 years. What are the key differences between a Government Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) contracts and federal government Multi-agency contracts …
GSA Announces Latest Cryptocurrency Auction
GSA Announces Latest Cryptocurrency Auction June 8, 2022 If you are into Cryptocurrency this is an excellent resource for you. ATLANTA — The U.S. General Services Administration has announced its latest auction of five lots of cryptocurrency. The five lots total 5.0 bitcoin with an estimated market value of over $268K. Auction open: Tuesday, June 7 at 5 p.m. CT. Auction close: Thursday, June …
Federal Marketing Checklist …..Opens Doors
Below are the Administrative – Tactical – Strategic Checklist you should run through to make sure you are preparing your business for federal contracting success. Administrative 1. Determine a perceived need for a product or service (could be a new product, invention etc) you have the capability to offer to the federal government at a reasonable price with at a …
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Federal Specialties, Inc. has partnered with one of the strongest manufacturing, engineering, and I.T. group in the US. Our deep industry knowledge and extensive network deliver the top talent you need to help you grow and support your business. Benefit from Our Experience Our team delivers valuable benefits that will make a real difference in your business—and your bottom line. …
8(a) Program participants Extension
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration published an interim final rule effective January 13, 2021 allowing 8(a) Program participants to elect a one-year program extension in the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program due to the challenges of COVID-19. Eligible 8(a) firms must meet the following qualifications: Any firm that participated in the 8(a) Program between March 13, 2020, and September 9, 2020, has the option to …
SBA’s FEDERAL PROCUREMENT SCORECARD
Are you getting your share? Below is a snap shop for Maryland Small Business? Nationally, small businesses secured a record-breaking $132.9 billion in prime federal contracts; women-owned contracting goal met for second time in history as 8 federal agencies receive A+ score The U.S. Small Business Administration’s release of the “Fiscal Year 2019 Small Business Federal Procurement Scorecard” shows a record-breaking $132.9 billion …
New Opportunities from the Federal Government
HOW new Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) Pilot Program might make federal sales easier Selling to the federal government can be complicated, particularly for startups, smaller companies, and those unfamiliar with government contracting. The procurement process creates a jungle of barriers including crushing complexity, awkward communications, and significant expense just to try and compete for business. As a result, a …
GSA SCHEDULE CONSOLIDATION
GSA is in the process of consolidating GSA Schedule to a single schedule from the current 24! This means lots of changes including SINs, product/service offerings, and more. Here is a brief summary: CONSOLIDATION DETERMINATION MAS REFORM INITIATIVE: The General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) Program, also known as the Federal Supply …