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Getting Started in Government Contracting

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Contracting with the U.S. federal government, the world's biggest customer, is unlike working with any other client. While the labyrinth of regulations and bureaucracy can be daunting, the opportunity that comes out of federal contracting can be highly lucrative. In this guide, we help you get ready for federal government contracting.

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Getting Started in Federal Government Contracting


Registering to do Business

Registering to do Business

Preparation pays off in federal contracting. Before you are even considered for a contract, you must register your business in several locations.

Finding Federal Contracts

Finding Federal Contracts

Federal agencies use several methods of advertising their intent to spend money, including socioeconomic set-aside programs and government websites such as SAM.gov.

Understanding Contract Types

Understanding Contract Types

There are many types of contracts the government may write, each of which has advantages and disadvantages for both the contractor and the government customer.

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