• Acquisition Hour: Writing a Winning Government Proposal

    Decided to bid on a solicitation? What should this proposal package include? Join us to look at pieces of the proposal puzzle, including: The proposal writing team at your company, and who should have input? Writing to the solicitation: action plans vs. promises The Cost Estimate: what’s realistic and forward pricing proposals Cover Letter purpose, […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Where’s the Market Research Data? Proxity, SAM, FPDS, and Other Sources

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Acquisition Hour: The 8(a) Business Development Program

    Sections 7(j)(10) and 8(a) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. §§ 636(j)(10) and 637(a)) authorizes the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to establish a business development program, which is known as the 8(a) Business Development program. Businesses that participate in the program receive training and technical assistance designed to strengthen their ability to compete […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Joint Certification Program, U.S. and Canada – An Overview of the Military TDA and Governing Directives

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Acquisition Hour: Federal Invoicing: PIEE / Wide Area Workflow

    The Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) is the primary enterprise procure-to-pay (P2P) application for the Department of Defense and its supporting agencies and is trusted by companies reporting over $7.1 billion in spending. The PIEE suite evolves continually, and DOD contractors must understand how new features support their contract administration process. This webinar will focus […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Capabilities Statements – Informal Observations On What’s Good, What’s Bad, and How to Use Effectively Special Guest Jack Laufenberg

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Cyber Thursday: CMMC 2.0: What Contractors Must Know in 2025

    As the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 program moves closer to full implementation, contractors must stay informed and prepared. This webinar provides a clear and current overview of CMMC 2.0, including key updates, the projected timeline for rollout, and what organizations should expect in terms of oversight and assessment. Attendees will gain a solid […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Innovation – Artificial Intelligence and Its Role in DLA Contracting: What Contractors Need to Know

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Acquisition Hour: Writing an Effective Capabilities Statement

    Like resumes, capabilities statements play an important role in effectively selling your company to potential government and corporate customers. Capabilities statements also follow similar rules to resumes – keep them to one page, don’t leave out important sections, and make sure each section is filled with relevant, up-to-date information. This session will detail what makes […]

  • WEDC Small Business Technical Assistance Grant – Informational Webinar

    Join us for an informative webinar on the Small Business Technical Assistance Grant! This session is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the program, guiding potential applicants through the application process, key dates, and essential information. Whether you're a first-time applicant or seeking to refine your submission, this webinar is the perfect opportunity to get […]