Small Business Federal Government Contracting

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Small Business Set-Asides - What The Data Signals For What Comes Next

Set-asides remain central to federal procurement, although qualification, certification and competition look very different from even 12 months ago. Firms that balance compliance rigor with proactive market engagement and a diversified growth strategy will be best positioned for sustained success.

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Protecting Intellectual Property And Proprietary Data In Federal Government Contracting

Contractual relationships established directly with the US government or under subcontracts and purchase orders under government contracts with other companies must contain provisions for the protection of intellectual property and proprietary data.

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SERENITY - Vermillion River Valley - Hastings, Minnesota

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The U.S. National Debt - How Single Year Budgeting And Funding Cycles Lead To Unmanageable Government

Having dealt with the funding process in the government contracting industry (both large and small business) for over 40 years, I can discuss with some credibility a major weakness in the huge machine we call the US  Federal  Government — the one year budget cycle.     A huge reason for much of the largess in the National Debt is the fiscal year funding agony in which the US Government is entrenched. Shutdowns, delays and spoon feeding funds to areas as vital as the environment, national defense and healthcare must cease.  

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Using AI To Meet The Veteran Job Search Challenge

Transitioning soldiers should ditch the mindset that AI is a job-killing obstacle to overcome and instead think of it as a tool “that can support your transition,” said Dr. Thomas Easterly, know as the Army’s “AI Guy”

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Advocacy's Latest Economic Data On The Role Of Small Businesses Across The U.S.

Readers can find each congressional district’s total number of small employers by industry and the number of workers employed by these businesses. Charts, tables, and maps effectively visualize the data, such as the share and distribution of self-employed workers across the district.

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Managing Organization Conflict of Interest (OCI) In Small Business Federal Government Contracting

If a potential for a conflict of interest is real, it is best to make that fact a principal factor in your bid/no bid decision. Your past performance rating will take a major hit if OCI is uncovered after award and you have not made full and open disclosure previously.

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Every Capability Statement Needs A Mission Story

Organizations that consistently earn customer trust don’t just describe their capabilities. They demonstrate ‘Proof Point Marketing’ – the difference between product-focused marketing and mission-focused marketing.

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Ready Reference Library - Military, Small Business And Veterans Affairs

Pictorially illustrated, direct links to topics on the Military Industrial Complex, Small Business Federal Government Contracting and Veterans Affairs. (Use toggle feature and click images to access and follow on Pinterest)

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Managing Risk And Recovery In Federal Government Contract Terminations

Managing risk and recovery in FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACT TERMINATIONS.  View the risks for the two most common termination types in the light of funding and performance liability.

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LAKESIDE - Vermillion River Valley- Hastings, Minnesota

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Too Many Trucks, Too Many Zeros: Army Audit Drive Exposes Flaws

After years of work, the Pentagon is on track to pass its first-ever financial audit in 2028, the U.S. Army’s top financial officer told Reuters, a breakthrough for an agency that manages nearly $1 trillion a year but has never been able to fully account for its spending.

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Military Spouses Can Find Jobs - Keeping Careers Is The Hard Part

Military spouses often navigate challenges that extend well beyond the hiring process. Frequent moves interrupt professional networks.

Industries should work together to retain talent across employers when military families relocate. Military spouses have continued building careers even if the employer changes.

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Your Rights and Obligations Under a Government Contract Stop Work Order

During government shutdowns or other circumstances where the government reserves the right to order a cease work, actions must be taken recognizing receipt of the stop work order and the relationship of the order to resumption of effort, funding constraints, contract terminations and associated business risk.

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Export Basics For Your Small Business

Nearly 96% of consumers live outside the U.S., and two-thirds of the world’s purchasing power is in foreign countries. If you’re a small business owner, consider exporting your goods to increase your profits, reduce market dependence, and stabilize seasonal sales.

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Pentagon Task Force To Review CMMC Hits The Ground Running

As part of the review, the department issued a request for information to solicit feedback from defense industrial base companies and assessment organizations on how burdensome CMMC compliance is. “We are going to listen to what the defense industrial base has to say, especially small and innovative companies…..”

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7 Overlooked Opportunities To Boost Your Small Business Value

The most successful firms distinguish themselves by looking for and seizing these hidden opportunities. Look for similar opportunities to build a sustainable competitive advantage and increase your valuation.

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