The Minority And Women Owned Small Business Guide To Government Contracts

The Minority and Women-Owned Small Business Guide to Government Contracts: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started takes the complication out of getting started in government contracting when you are a small business. Don't learn the hard way and utilize the steps outlined in this book to navigate through the massive amount of paperwork. The author, Linda Rawson, CEO, and Founder of DynaGrace Enterprises started her company, initially called Sensory Technology Consultants, in 2006. DynaGrace Enterprises is a 100 percent Women-Owned Small Business, SBA 8(a) graduate and has done many millions of dollars of federal government contracts. Linda shares her knowledge of government contracting to help you get started. In this book you will learn: - Why you would consider obtaining government contracts to help your business be profitable -How to get started in government contracting including government systems that you need to register on -How to correctly set up your accounting system to ensure proper classification of revenue and expenses -How to apply for and obtain socioeconomic status to get government contract set-asides -Documented examples of how to search for government work with step-by-step instructions -How to market the federal government including marketing artifacts and social media strategies -The advantages of teaming, utilizing a joint venture or a Mentor/Protégé arrangement -An overview of how to respond to contracting opportunities -Some excellent human resource tips The Minority and Women-Owned Small Business Guide to Government Contracts: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started helps you understand the steps required to begin obtaining government contracts.

The Minority and Woman-Owned Small Business Guide to Government Contracts: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started takes the complication out of getting started in government contracting when you are a small business. Don't learn the hard way and utilize the steps outlined in this book to navigate through the massive amount of paperwork.The author, Linda Rawson, CEO, and Founder of DynaGrace Enterprises started her company, initially called Sensory Technology Consultants, in 2006. DynaGrace Enterprises is a 100 percent Women-Owned Small Business, SBA 8(a) certified and has done many millions of dollars of federal government contracts. Linda shares her knowledge of government contracting to help you get started.In this book you will learn:- Why you would consider obtaining government contracts to help your business be profitable-How to get started in government contracting including government systems that you need to register on-How to correctly setup your accounting system to ensure proper classification of revenue and expenses-How to apply for and obtain socioeconomic status to get government contract set-asides-Documented examples of how to search for government work with step-by-step instructions-How to market the federal government including marketing artifacts and social media strategies-The advantages of teaming, utilizing a joint venture or a Mentor/Prot�g� arrangement-An overview of how to respond to contracting opportunities-Some excellent human resource tipsThe Minority and Woman-Owned Small Business Guide to Government Contracts: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started helps you understand the steps required to begin obtaining government contracts.

The Minority and Woman-Owned Small Business Guide to Government Contracts: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started takes the complication out of getting started in government contracting when you are a small business. Don't learn the hard way and utilize the steps outlined in this book to navigate through the massive amount of paperwork. The author, Linda Rawson, CEO, and Founder of DynaGrace Enterprises started her company initially called Sensory Technology Consultants, in 2006. DynaGrace Enterprises (DGE) is 100 percent Women-Owned Small Business and is SBA 8(a) certified and has done over $1 billion dollars of DoD government contracts. Linda shares her knowledge of government contracting to help you get started. In this book you will learn: Why you would consider obtaining government contracts to help your business be profitable How to get started in government contracting including government systems that you need to register on How to correctly set up your accounting system to ensure proper classification of revenue and expenses How to apply for and obtain socioeconomic status to get government contract set-asides Documented examples of how to search for government work with step-by-step instructions How to market the federal government including marketing artifacts and social media strategies A brief overview of how to respond to government contracting opportunities Some excellent human resource tips The Minority and Woman-Owned Small Business Guide to Government Contracts: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started helps you understand the steps required to begin obtaining government contracts.

Government law attorney Steven J. Koprince teaches you to concentrate on the crucial but complex Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other rules required for keeping contracts alive and avoiding penalties. Each year, the federal government awards billions of dollars in small-business contracts. The Small-Business Guide to Government Contracts puts a wealth of specialized legal counsel at readers’ fingertips, answering the most important compliance questions like: Is a small business really small? Who is eligible for HUBZone, 8(a), SDVO, or WOSB programs? What salaries and benefits must be offered? What ethical requirements must be followed? When does affiliation become a liability? Small-business contracts are both the lifeblood of hundreds of thousands of companies and a quagmire of red tape. No one can afford to be lax with the rules or too harried to heed them. The Small-Business Guide to Government Contracts empowers contractors to avoid missteps, meet their compliance obligations--and keep the pipeline flowing.

Winning Government Contracts shows you the way. It begins at the beginning, assuming no prior knowledge of the government marketplace and its sometimes complicated terminology. Written in a clear, easy-to-understand language by experienced sales and marketing professionals, this book takes you through the registration and bidding process step by step.

The U.S. government is the biggest customer in the world! How can your small business get a piece of the pie? The Definitive Guide to Government Contracts begins at the beginning, and assumes no prior knowledge of the government marketplace. Written in a clear, easy-to-understand language by experienced sales and marketing professionals, it takes you through every step of the process—finding the opportunities; understanding the requirements; registering your company and submitting your bid; shipping, packaging, and invoicing requirements. The same step-by-step approach is used to explain the increasingly popular GSA contract, from researching the schedules, preparing the paperwork, and submitting your proposal, to the all-important marketing that is required once the contract has been awarded. Thinking about selling to the federal government but don't know where to begin? The Definitive Guide to Government Contracts is all the help you need.

Are you looking to enter the world of government contracting but feeling overwhelmed by the complexity and intricacies of the process? Look no further! This comprehensive guide is designed to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to navigate this unique sector and achieve success in this rewarding but challenging industry. Inside this informative and engaging book, you'll find invaluable insights into the government contracting landscape, including detailed explanations of key concepts, step-by-step instructions for navigating the procurement process, and actionable tips for positioning your business to win contracts. From exploring new markets and opportunities to understanding contract terms and conditions, this guide has you covered. Additionally, you'll benefit from real-life examples, case studies, and expert advice, all designed to help you build a solid foundation in government contracting. The friendly and conversational tone of this book makes it easy to digest complex information and apply it to your business with confidence. By delving into the topics covered in this book, you'll learn how to develop a strong brand identity, leverage digital marketing strategies, build lasting relationships with government clients, and cultivate strategic partnerships. Furthermore, you'll gain insight into the importance of continuous improvement, innovation, and staying informed on industry trends and regulations. At its core, this guide emphasizes the importance of persistence and adaptability, two essential qualities for success in the world of government contracting. By nurturing these qualities within yourself and your organization, you'll be better prepared to navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities that come your way. Whether you're an aspiring government contractor or a seasoned professional looking to expand your knowledge, this book is the ultimate resource to help you achieve your goals and unlock your full potential in this dynamic and rewarding industry. So why wait? Embark on your government contracting journey today with this invaluable guide!

The federal professional services market is one of the world’s largest, and one of the most competitive. Companies struggle to compete and prosper. In Zero to a Billion, David Kriegman, former SRA International executive, presents techniques to help companies succeed where many have failed. His book goes beyond standard compliance books to provide answers to questions like these: Why do some companies grow while others stagnate or go out of business? How do you differentiate yourself and compete with much larger companies? Why do you lose work when the customer says you are doing a good job? How do you attract, retain, and motivate top talent? Why do some acquisitions succeed while others are considered less than a success or even a failure? Kriegman draws on his thirty years of experience to illustrate the essential lessons of strategy, business development, cultural issues and operations with real-world examples and actionable ideas. The book is recommended for new and mid-career managers as well as seasoned executives.

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Each year the Federal Government contracts for $500 billion worth of supplies and services from 650,000 contractors. To acquire all those supplies and services, the Federal Government and its contractors must comply with thousands of pages of regulations. Those regulations can be daunting for anyone: large businesses seeking to expand by entering the Federal market; employees new to Federal contracting; the Federal Government itself. Small businesses without dedicated staffs of contract experts find comprehending and complying with the Federal acquisition regulation particularly vexing. However, the rewards are great for those small businesses that master the "Federal procurement maze" - the Federal Government has set annual goals for awarding $100 billion in contracts to small businesses, $25 billion to women-owned businesses, $25 billion to minority-owned businesses, $15 billion to service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, and $15 billion to small businesses in areas of high unemployment. For more than 30 years, GETTING STARTED IN FEDERAL CONTRACTING has been the standard reference for government contract information, guidance, and advice. Now, with this revised and expanded sixth edition, contracting professionals have the help, knowledge, and information they need to maneuver through the Federal procurement maze skillfully and successfully: An explanation of the key officials and what they do How to locate contracting opportunities Special "set-aside" programs for different types of small businesses Small business subcontracting goals for large businesses "Micro-purchase" procedures for purchases under $3,500 ($5,000 for the Department of Defense) Simplified procedures for purchases under $150,000 Invitations for Bids (IFB) and Requests for Proposals (RFP) Reverse auctions Different types of fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts Indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts Federal Supply Schedules Selling commercial supplies and services Selling foreign products Unique procedures for architect-engineering and construction contracts Labor laws Protests against contract awards Contract administration Filing claims Integrity and ethics rules Records retention requirements In addition, GETTING STARTED IN FEDERAL CONTRACTING includes a ample solicitation, forms, examples, key websites, abbreviations, glossary, and a detailed index.

This manual provides corporations and their suppliers with a deeper understanding of the barriers and challenges preventing women-owned businesses from accessing and fully participating in local and global values chains. It provides the tools and techniques for reducing or eliminating these barriers and for leveraging the vast untapped economic potential represented by women-owned businesses. For many women, entrepreneurship offers a path to economic empowerment and it is incumbent upon corporations to help create conditions that permit this.