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Three Steps in Conquering Supply Chain and Procurement Challenges

It is but normal for any entrepreneur to feel apprehension and doubt in taking bigger steps to gain more from their investments. After all, no business theory can ever definitely foretell the success of a venture. Everything becomes a wager and every step may as well fall down to the (more…)

Differences between Sealed Bids and Proposals

There are five things to be done before writing any proposal. First, the Return on Investment (ROI) associated with submitting a proposal must be considered. Second, the cost of writing the proposal must be guaranteed acceptable in terms of the potential for new business even if you do not win. (more…)

Differences between IFB, RFP, and RFQ

Before discussing the basic difference between RFP, RFQ and IFB, RF it is necessary to give what these acronyms stand for first. IFB stands for Invitation for Bid, RFP stands for Request for Proposal, and RFQ stands for Request for Quote. Basically, these types of government solicitation differ considerably in terms (more…)

Deciding to Pursue Government Projects- Go or No?

Pursuing government projects must not be done impulsively. Before you start to write a response for an RFP, it is imperative to weigh all options very cautiously. While working for the government seems safe, several things need to be taken into account. There are some instances when some parts of (more…)

Knowledge in Government Proposal Writing as Weapon for Successful Government Procurement

Summary: When it comes to government contracts, entrepreneurs should be able to determine the different types of federal government proposals along with the effective ways on how to write a government proposal. Government procurement may be one of the most effective ways to make the investments return in multiple folds. (more…)

ORCA Registration How To’s

Summary: ORCA registration is one of the most important steps of government procurement, as this makes any supplier eligible for bidding and negotiation. Thus, it is important for entrepreneurs in the government procurement market to know the ORCA registration process by heart. Managing a business can be tough, especially when (more…)

Employees Rights the Federal Contractors Should Observe

Summary: Employees of the federal contractors perform crucial roles in government procurement. Thus, they are entitled to several benefits and rights as mandated by the Davis-Bacon Act. Venturing into government procurement process is one of the greatest leaps that small enterprises can take. And while federal contractors need to exhaust (more…)

Checklist for Successful Government Proposal Writing

Summary: It is more convenient for the contractors to have a federal writing proposal checklist at hand during government proposal writing in order for them to have an idea on what a proposal should contain.   Government proposal writing has always been a tedious task for contractors. This particular document (more…)

What’s there to Know about NAICS and CAGE Codes?

Summary: The government follows a standardized classification system of contractors in government bidding in order to maintain an organized negotiation and screening of potential vendors. Thus, it is a must for the contractors to know more about NAICS and GSA CAGE codes.   Government procurement can simply be defined as (more…)

What To Keep In Mind During the First Three Primary Steps of Government Procurement Process

Summary: It is never enough to know what to do in government procurement process. Contractors should also know how to do the crucial steps that might make or break their business ventures. There’s more to government procurement process that contractors need to learn aside from the proper product placements and (more…)

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