Listen to the Deep Dive Elevator Pitches: Riding Up to Success Have you ever wished you could captivate someone in the time it takes to ride an elevator? That’s the power of an elevator pitch! It’s a quick, impactful way to introduce yourself and your ideas. But what makes a great elevator pitch? Let’s break…
Listen to the Deep Dive GSA’s Tech Radar: Navigating the Future of Federal Tech Ever wondered how the government keeps up with the latest tech trends? Well, the General Services Administration (GSA) has a cool new tool to help them do just that! It’s called the Emerging Technology Radar. What is the Tech Radar? Think of it…
Listen to the Deep Dive GSA Seeks Feedback on New Contractor Performance Metrics Hey everyone, Have you ever wondered how the government chooses its contractors? Well, the General Services Administration (GSA) is working on a new rule to make things more transparent. They’re thinking about publicly posting contractor performance metrics on their eCommerce platforms! What…
Listen to the Deep Dive The Future of Government: A Technological Revolution Have you ever wondered how technology could make your interactions with the government smoother and faster? Well, the General Services Administration (GSA) is working on a groundbreaking solution: an emerging technology radar! What is an Emerging Technology Radar? Think of it as a…
Listen to the Deep Dive This is a blog post transcript about winning government contracts. It includes a conversation between Eileen Kent and Mike Price about proposal writing, bid/no-bid decisions, and other topics related to government contracting. Here are the key takeaways from the blog post: Here are some additional tips for winning government contracts:…
Listen to the Deep Dive Protecting Our Supply Chain: Understanding Section 847 of the NDAA Learn about Section 847 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which aims to mitigate Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) in US defense supply chains. Introduction Have you ever wondered how the products and services we use daily are…
Listen to the Deep Dive Experienced defense contractors are likely familiar with the Small Business Administration’s “Rule of Two,” which often requires federal agencies to set aside an acquisition for small businesses whenever there is reasonable expectation that offers will be obtained from at least two small businesses that are competitive in terms of fair…
Listen to the Deep Dive Understanding the Complexities of Government Contracting: A Breakdown of SBA’s Proposed Rule Changes The world of government contracting can be a labyrinthine one, especially for small businesses. Recent proposed rule changes by the Small Business Administration (SBA) have added another layer of complexity to the already intricate landscape. In this…
Listen to the Deep Dive The Interim Rule: A Simplified Guide for Government Contractors Understanding the New SAM Registration Rules The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) recently introduced an interim rule that aims to simplify the System for Award Management (SAM) registration requirements for government contractors. This change is designed to streamline the process and reduce…
Listen to the Deep Dive GSA’s GAP FAC: A Catalyst for Federal Procurement Innovation The General Services Administration’s (GSA) Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee (GAP FAC) has embarked on an exciting new chapter, focused on harnessing the power of emerging technologies to revolutionize federal procurement. With a renewed emphasis on artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and…
