Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Happy to share that I'll be speaking at GovCon Summer Shorts - Subcontracting! Make sure to attend it on August 22!
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Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Let's get some interest here! The WOSB Program needs you!
Presidential Appointment | SBA Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting & Business Development (GCBD)
Are you interested and eligible for assisting WOSB Government Contractors? #MoreInfo: https://lnkd.in/ef5cqA_6 SB-OEDWB-24-003 | Women's Business Center Application Readiness and Procurement Assistance | #Eligible Applicants: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. HBCUs, Hispanic Serving Institutions (HCIs), and Native / Tribal Colleges & Universities are encouraged to apply. | Description: The purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to provide grant funding for organizations to establish Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) to assist women entrepreneurs with application readiness for certification in the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Programs, procurement assistance, and entrepreneurial development. Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Grants.gov Contact Center Phone Number: 1-800-518-4726 Hours of operation are 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The contact center is closed on federal holidays. support@grants.gov
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Think about this quote as you approach Federal buyers, requiring offices, small business specialists, and leadership this end of FY and year round. As a CO/KO and Chief of Contracting, I always took more time with the businesses that came to me asking what help my agency needed and never mentioned wanting a contract award. Be THAT business.
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Great conversation with Randie Ward, in case you missed it.
The Govcon Giant | Helping ordinary people win extraordinary contracts. Helping large companies find strategic partners. Post & articles about the process of scaling businesses through contracting..
Are you missing out on federal contracts? Don't miss one of my latest YouTube uploads where Randie Ward talks with Shauna Weatherly, President and Founder of Federal Subcontract Solutions LLC, about her extensive experience in federal acquisition. Watch the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/ekVTRd8F #FederalContracts #GovernmentContracts #FederalAcquisition #BusinessStrategy
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Thank you to Steven Koprince for including my recent FedSubK NOW! feature article, "The End of FY Madness: Things Contracting Officers Want You to Know" in his hand-picked list of articles this month. Subscribers to my monthly newsletter, FedSubK NOW!, get access to two feature articles covering acquisition topics of interest to small businesses. Find the entire list of FedSubK Features and archived issues of the newsletter at fedsubk.com/fedsubk-now.
Federal Government Contracts Educator | Federal Government Contracts Speaker, Blogger & Author | Small Business Advocate | Tribal Business Board Member | Nonprofit Board Member & Volunteer
Every month, I publish a hand-picked collection of the best expert-written articles on federal contracting from the previous month. For July 2024, you'll find articles on service-disabled veteran-owned small business self-certification, tips for landing sales meetings with government buyers, updates on bid protest possibilities for OTAs and task orders, and much more. Enjoy! #govcon #governmentcontracting #federalcontracting
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Small businesses, when you are starting out in the Federal marketplace you need to do your homework. If you contact me and say you don't have time to attend a webinar, read, or do the homework, chances are this market isn't for you. Sorry but there is really no way around the homework piece. Of course you can pay someone to do it for you but that's expensive and you still won't know the bulk of what you need to navigate this marketplace and the Federal contracting process with a good amount of confidence. However, if you focus on the Three P's -- Policy, Process, and People -- you can thrive. I break down what specifically to focus on under the Three P's in my webinar, "Empowering Your Federal Contracting Journey". Check it out at https://lnkd.in/gjMg5hYX. While you're there, sign up for FedSubK NOW!, my monthly newsletter. Subscribers will get invite details soon for my July 26th event where I'll go over "Using Government Tools to Read the Federal Marketplace". Don't miss out!
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Kudos to Federal Aviation Administration for listening and talking to your former staff that are now in industry. These folks know both sides of the same issues. More agencies would benefit from this direct insight. GSA in particular would benefit seeking feedback from those of us who have seen three sides of its issues and successes -- customer agency, Federal employee, and industry. Thoughts?
Yesterdays reverse industry day for the Federal Aviation Administration demonstrated the factors that drive industry decisions on investments, teaming, solution development, and bidding on federal procurements! The first session involved a role play showing a company going through 3 gate reviews to decide whether they will pursue and bid on a mock FAA opportunity. The second session brought back many former FAA officials who are now in industry to discuss some of the challenges of communication and engagement at different points in the procurement process. Thank you to Professional Services Council members and participants that spent months preparing for this event: Frank Anstett, Hollie Dupes, Rob Davies, Donna Glassley, Cheryl Rogers, Sandra Schreiner, Bob Tobin, Michael Borden, and H. Giovanni Leusch-Carnaroli . Thank you to the FAA (Nathan Tash, Dave Ingram, and Harry Lutz) for their willingness to listen to the industry side and for letting us host this event. #FAA #govcon #federalprocurement #acquisition #reverseindustryday #governmentcontracting
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
BestHire is an expert in their league.
🚀 "In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity." - Albert Einstein Ever wondered how some businesses manage to stay ahead in the ever-evolving IT landscape? In May 2024, I had the privilege of interviewing Andy McCabe, the mastermind behind Computer Rescue, located on the Storrs Campus in Conn. Andy and his team are not just experts; they are trailblazers in IT Networking Management with over two decades of experience. Their secret? Relentless vigilance and a commitment to excellence. In an industry where the "Wild Wild West" of hacking is a constant threat, Andy McCabe & Scott Dunstan, owners, have set a gold standard. They don’t just react; they anticipate. Their 24/7 network monitoring isn't just a service—it's a lifeline for businesses navigating the complex world of IT security. At BestHire, we resonate deeply with this ethos. Just as Computer Rescue ensures the safety of your IT infrastructure, we ensure the integrity of your workforce. Our comprehensive background checks and drug testing services are designed to help you build a team that not only meets but exceeds your expectations. With our services, you can reduce risk, save money, and hire the right person the first time. This interview was a powerful reminder that success is not just about having the right tools but also about having the right people. Andy’s team exemplifies how expertise and dedication can transform challenges into opportunities. So, here’s my question for you: How are you ensuring your business stays ahead in your industry? Share your strategies and experiences in the comments below. If you found this post insightful, give it a like and repost it to spread the knowledge. #ITSecurity #BackgroundChecks #BusinessSuccess #BestHire #RescueWorld.com #ITProtectionAnswered
Federal Acquisition SME (35+ Yrs of Federal Service (Retired)), Small Business Advocate, & President | Founder of FedSubK, a SBA-Certified WOSB Helping Small Businesses Expand Their Federal Contracting Knowledge.
Luke Nascimento is right. Smalls need to start using these tools in ways that make sense for them. BUT.... There is too much noise in the space right now. So, how can you cut through it? I've created a checklist to assess your readiness to use AI tools before you pay for that monthly or annual subscription. DO, KNOW, and ASK using our list at https://lnkd.in/g4xpycbT.
Building automations to supercharge small businesses in government contracting | Founder, CEO @ Arctas
In a survey of 600 government contractors, small and mid-sized companies were more hesitant to using AI in their BD than larger firms. I’m genuinely curious why… Anyway, of the 55% that plan to use AI as part of their BD in the next year, here’s the breakdown of how people are using it: - Developing text for proposals & RFIs - Using AI to develop pricing for basis of estimates - Identifying win-themes and strategies effectively of previous bids to influence new responses - Identifying contract opportunities with the highest win probability - Analyzing RFPs/RFIs for key requirements and compliance - Automating contract management and monitoring performances and issues How are you using AI or automation next FY? Source: Deltek Clarity 2024: Government Contracting Industry Study #automation #ai #governmentcontracting
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6dShauna Weatherly I’m proud to be in your company! I hope our peeps come to the whole series! Including yours Chelsea Meggitt !