Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Are You Part of the Old DIB or the New DIB? The Battlefield is Starting to Change and So Might DoD’s Needs.

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 during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: How to Learn What You Need to Know. Applying the Feynman Technique May Help.

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 during the noon hour on Tuesdays. 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

The U.S. Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development Program is a powerful resource designed to help socially and economically disadvantaged small businesses gain access to the federal contracting marketplace. This nine-year program offers specialized business training, counseling, and set-aside contracting opportunities to help firms build capacity and compete more effectively for federal contracts. In this […]

Cyber Thursday: CMMC 2.0 What is 48 CFR and why it matters?

This session will explore the 48 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) in depth, focusing on its role in establishing the legal and contractual foundation for cybersecurity requirements in federal acquisitions. The 48 CFR's Timeline and particular clauses will be discussed at length so we can understand the future of the CMMC Program. Speaker: Matt Frost, […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Tired of Hearing Everyone Talk About Using AI but Don’t Know How to Get Started. We Will Discuss Some Pointers That Will Help.

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 during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: How the Federal Government Defines Research. 5 Critical Things 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 during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Acquisition Hour: Selling to the Government – is there an opportunity for your small business?

The U.S. government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the world, buying everything from office supplies and construction to advanced technology and professional services. But is government contracting the right market for your small business? In this session, participants will learn: How the government buys and what it looks for in small […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: DIU’s Digital OnRamp Platform – What It Is and How Can It Help You Succeed in the Federal Marketplace.

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 during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: If a Company Has Received an Award, Does That Mean That They Satisfy the Buy American Requirements? A Topic-Level Discussion of the Applicable Regulations.

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 during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Acquisition Hour: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Overview

The Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) serve as the principal set of rules governing the federal government’s purchasing process. Understanding the FAR is critical for any business looking to succeed in the federal marketplace, as it defines how the government acquires goods and services and sets the standards for contractor performance and compliance. In this session, […]