The Department of Defense had contracts worth more money than all other federal agencies combined in 2020. Wouldn’t you like your business to be benefiting from defense contracting? Defense contracts are highly competitive. In such a high-stakes environment, you need every possible advantage. Learn how…
Did you know there are at least 16 different variations of government contracts available? Before you can begin to solicit contracts from the government, you need to know which type of contract would be the most beneficial for your business. Here’s a list of the…
Are you beginning to build a business and career around government acquisitions? As I’m sure you’ve noticed, there’s a great deal of information you’ll need to master to successfully bid–and win–government contracts. To help you steer through the obstacles that you’ll encounter as you progress…
In recent years, government contracting has come to rely increasingly on Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs). Whether hiring new names in the industry or adept veterans, OTAs are the method of choice for many large government agencies. According to federal law, agencies can use OTAs for…
The path to winning government contracts can seem convoluted–especially when you’re first starting out. It can often feel daunting to navigate the different requirements from finding your DUNS number and your NAICS classifications, getting your security clearances–all before you can begin soliciting proposals. There’s a…
There’s been quite a few conversations in the media this spring about reviewing our country’s supply chains all spring. But why is this necessary for the defense industry? 100 Day Supply Chain Review Back in February the Biden White House released The Executive Order on…
If you are trying to advance your career, finance a major project, or grow your income, you may want to look into how to get a government contract. The government is a public entity that uses federal contracts to engage skilled professionals in the private…
Despite pandemic-induced setbacks that derailed many industries, last year’s Department of Defense contract spending was booming. A combination of already lofty planned expenditures–paired with emergency money dumps–drove DoD spending to record highs in 2020. The 45th President’s commitment to rebuilding our national defenses reached an…
Are you trying to work out exactly what a Corrective Action Request is? This is a question that many suppliers to the Department of Defense have. If you want to keep your contract and continue getting more contracts, it’s vital that you get your head…
The global defense industry is on fire right now, with levels of spending nearing Cold War-era highs. Typically around 2% of global GDP, current defense spending is currently at 3.6% This spending binge is fueled by a new arms race between China and the United…