Posts by Province Consulting Group, Inc.
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…
Read MorePause 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…
Read MoreUpdate 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…
Read MoreIt’s Federal Fiscal Year End Let’s Win Some Awards
It’s that time again. It is the Federal Government’s Fiscal Year End. Participating in Matchmaking and Outreach are two ways to win last minute contracts before year end. 🚀 September 30th is the end of the federal government’s fiscal new year. Agency Funding aka Discretionary Spending must be approved by Congress each year and budgets…
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Read MoreContract 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…
Read MoreTeaming 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…
Read MoreBusiness Matchmaking & Industry Events: What To Expect
Business matchmaking and industry events are one important method of building business relationships. In today’s COVID 19 environment, these events have largely moved to a virtual environment, that is Zoom, Microsoft teams, WebEx, for example. Although in-person connection has many advantages, there are perks when attending a virtual event. Travel costs, for example, are vastly…
Read MoreHow to Make a Quick Bid/No Bid Decision
Public Agencies post Request for Proposals (RFP), Invitations to Bid (IFB) and the like daily. Although you may find your company is capable, a deeper review may prove the opportunity is still not a fit. A relatively quick review of the solicitation using the following tips should help you decide if you should proceed. This…
Read MoreYou Need A Past To Build A Future
Five Tips to Build Past Performance You may find the ability to build past performance is kind of like trying to get a job without experience. You can’t get a job because you don’t have experience, but you don’t have experience because you can’t get a job. As a new government contractor, you may have…
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