Posts by Province Consulting Group, Inc.

Small Business Federal Contracting: A Gateway to Growth in 2024

In the dynamic landscape of government contracting, 2024 continues to follow the pattern of the previous year, the soaring trajectory of opportunities for small businesses in the contracting arena. Small Business growth in contracting isn’t just a passing phase; it’s a steady, resolute ascent that’s rewriting the narrative of procurement dynamics. Per a DelTek study, there…

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IF a Government Shutdown Occurs: What Government Contractors Should Know

During a federal government shutdown, existing contracts aren’t always put on hold. If a contract still has time and funding allocated, it typically continues, unless the contracting officer decides otherwise. The contract remains valid until the funding is exhausted. Once funding runs out, contractors can choose to pause work or take a risk, hoping for…

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Empowering HUBZone Small Businesses: Record-Breaking Federal Contract Awards

In a historic milestone for the HUBZone program, small businesses in this category were granted an astounding $16.3 billion in federal contract awards. This remarkable achievement represents the highest amount ever awarded to HUBZone small businesses. Although falling short of the 3% statutory goal, this accomplishment signifies significant progress and opens the door to even…

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Pause on New SBA 8(a) Applications

The SBA has paused receipt of new 8(a) applications due to the court ruling by the Eastern District of Tennessee. In short, the ruling challenged the “presumptive disadvantage” of minority groups and therefore, their automatic eligibility for the 8(a) program.  The court’s decision ultimately states that the SBA isn’t allowed to use the “rebuttable presumption…

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Update Your Dynamic Small Business Profile

Add Your Capability Statement Your Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile is part of the marketing effort. Add your Capability Statement Link to your profile for increased visibility with buyers. Login to DSBS here to update. Remember! Becoming more visible to federal buyers is a gradual process that requires consistent effort, networking, and a focus…

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Contract Vehicles..Does It Include a GSA Schedule?

What is it? A contract vehicle (includes a GSA schedule) is the government’s method of streamlining how they buy goods and services.  Instead of soliciting offers for goods or services by releasing a Request for Proposal (RFP) or similar, the government pre-approves companies that can provide the items needed. The agencies enter into a agreement with these…

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Teaming Agreements vs Joint Ventures

Often I hear the terms Teaming Agreement vs Joint Ventures used interchangeably, however they are quite different. Joint Ventures involve two companies partnering to form a new entity. Teaming involves two separate companies partnering on specific bid(s) or proposal(s). One is obviously a longer term commitment than the other. When To Team.. If you are…

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