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Government Contracting Guides

Step-by-step guides to help you navigate federal contracting, from registration to winning your first contract.

beginner

FAR Basics: Understanding the Federal Acquisition Regulation

Navigate the FAR with confidence - key concepts every contractor must know.

9 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Section 508 Accessibility: Requirements for IT Products

Ensure your IT products and services meet federal accessibility standards.

12 min readStep-by-step
beginner

Creating an Effective Capabilities Statement

Build a capabilities statement that helps contracting officers and primes find and select you.

9 min readStep-by-step
beginner

Subcontracting vs Prime Contracting: Which Path Is Right for You?

Compare the pros and cons of starting as a subcontractor versus going directly for prime contracts.

9 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

DFARS: Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement

Additional requirements for Defense Department contracts beyond the FAR.

8 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Writing Winning Past Performance Volumes

Present your experience in a way that maximizes evaluation scores.

9 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Debriefings: Learning from Wins and Losses

Request and maximize value from post-award debriefings.

8 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

After Proposal Submission: What Happens Next

Understand the evaluation process and prepare for potential discussions.

9 min readStep-by-step
beginner

NAICS Codes: How to Choose the Right Classification for Your Business

Select the right NAICS codes to maximize your eligibility for federal contracts.

9 min readStep-by-step
beginner

Simplified Acquisition Procedures: Contracts Under $250K

Win small contracts through streamlined procurement processes.

8 min readStep-by-step
beginner

SAM.gov Renewal and Maintenance: Keeping Your Registration Active

Learn when and how to renew your SAM registration to maintain contract eligibility.

9 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Getting on GSA Schedule: Application Process Overview

Overview of the GSA Schedule application process and what you need to prepare.

9 min readStep-by-step
beginner

Federal vs State vs Local Government Contracting: Key Differences

Understand the differences between federal, state, and local procurement to choose the right market for your business.

11 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Bid/No-Bid Decision Framework: When to Pursue Opportunities

Develop a systematic approach to deciding which opportunities are worth pursuing.

8 min readStep-by-step
advanced

Pricing Strategy by Contract Type: FFP, T&M, Cost-Plus

Develop winning prices for different contract types while maintaining profitability.

9 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Option Years and Contract Modifications

Understand how contracts extend and change through options and modifications.

10 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Market Research: Using Sources Sought and RFIs

Leverage government market research to identify and shape opportunities.

8 min readStep-by-step
intermediate

Agency-Specific Vendor Portals and Registration

Navigate vendor registration requirements for specific federal agencies.

9 min readStep-by-step
beginner

How to Read a Government Solicitation: Section-by-Section Guide

Learn to decode RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs with this comprehensive guide to understanding federal solicitation documents.

10 min readStep-by-step
advanced

Joint Venture Registration for Federal Contracts

How to register and structure joint ventures for government contracting.

8 min readStep-by-step
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