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Welcome to Federal Access, a government contracts solution center for small businesses.  Here, you will find information about services, resources, and business development programs to assist your small business enter and compete effectively in the multi-billion dollar Federal procurement sector.  We invite you to visit often to get the latest on how to grow your business.  This page is your starting point to hundreds of pages of invaluable information on accessing and doing business with the government.
  
     
       
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DCAA. Former employees say Defense audit agency is "broken." August 6, 2008.

HUBZone Program. SBA's Control Weaknesses Exposed the Government to Fraud and Abuse.  July 17, 2008.

HUBZone Program. Additional Actions Are Needed to Certify and Monitor HUBZone Business-es and Assess Program Results.  July 17, 2008.

DHS Procurement.  House Committee on Homeland Security issues report on 2007 DHS small business procurement actions. May 20, 2008.

Govt. Workforce. Federal agencies face challenges, but have opportunities to hire and retain experienced employees. April 30, 2008.

Tax MattersRule change could bar tax delinquents from contracts. April 22, 2008.

Minding Your Business. Federal officials want contractors to own up to potential violations of federal law. April 1, 2008.

Business Management. How 2007 Tax Code Changes Affect Small Business. March 9, 2008.

Federal Acquisition: Oversight Plan Needed to Help Implement Acquisition Advisory Panel's Recommendations. | February 28, 2008.

Small Business Contracting. House Subcommittee Calls for Plain Language in Government Documents. February 26, 2008.

Association of Government Accountants Report.  Public Attitudes Toward Government Accountability & Transparency.  February 20, 2008.

Acquisition Budget. Bush administration proposes $7.3 billion for IT security. February 7, 2008.

Government Spending. Pentagon says 2009 budget will include $70 billion for wars. January 28, 2008.

Legislation. Veterans and reservists may see small-business aid. January 21, 2008.

Women-owned Businesses. Defenders, attackers of women's contracting regulations square off. January 16, 2008.

GAO Report. Federal-Aid Highways - Increased Reliance on Contractors Can Pose Oversight Challenges for Federal and State Officials. January 10, 2008.

Small Business Credit.  SBA Teams with Dun & Bradstreet to Provide Small Business Owners with Credit Management Resources. January 9, 2008.

Incentive Fee Contracts.  OMB memo directs agencies to review and update acquisition policies regarding incentive fee contracts. December 4, 2007.

Contractors Code of Ethics.  Final rule issued on contractors code of ethics. November 23, 2007.

H.R. 3867.  House Small Business Committee approves bill to increase procurement opportunities for veterans. October 22, 2007.

Women-owned Businesses. SBA claims progress on development of women-owned business program. October 5, 2007.

Procurement Spending. Treasury IG Report Cites Growing Risks of Inefficient Government Spending.  September 24, 2007.
 

Federal Grants Update 2008.  This one-day seminar provides updates on new developments in the federal grants management environment. Various dates & locations.

Excellence in Government 2008. This year's Conference will consist of two one-day events: 1) Human Capital focus - May 12, 2008; and 2) Program Management focus - July 15, 2008.

Knowledge Management.  The 9th Annual Knowledge Management Conference & Exhibition. April 28-29, 2008.

Teaming as a Growth Accelerator - INPUT 2nd Annual Teaming Seminar.  March 27, 2008.

Avoiding IT Project Failure: The Role of Independent Assessments. March 13, 2008.

Internal Controls: Meeting Federal Requirements for Accountability. October 15-18, 2007.

COVITS (the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Innovative Technology Symposium). September 16-18, 2007. Closed.

Proactive Federal Contract Administration: Seminar Addresses How to Successfully Maintain Your Government Contract. October 4-6, 2006. Closed.

Small Business Technology Bootcamp. Learn how to incorporate smart technologies in your small businesses. June 23, 2006.

G-CON Small Business Contracting Symposium. Mark your calendar for this one-day event. June 20, 2006.  Closed.

TechNet International 2006. Information Sharing - Adaptability Across the Spectrum of Operations. Washington, D.C., June 19-20, 2006.  Closed.

MSPB Report. "Contracting Officer Representatives: Managing the Government's Technical Experts to Achieve Positive Contract Outcomes." Released May, 2006.

DoD Procurement Conference: Responding to Acquisition Challenges in a Dynamic Environment.  May 23-26, Orlando, Florida.  Closed.

Federal Small Business Programs: Gaining the Edge Using Small Business Programs.  Advantage Consulting, Inc.  March 16, 2006.

TECHEXPO Top Secret Career Fairs: Coming to Baltimore, Maryland and Arlington, Virginia in February, 2006.  Closed.

SBA Issues Report: The Small Business Economy, 2005.  Full Text.  January, 2006.

Best Places to Work in the Government: 2005.  New Report Issued.  September, 2005.

Federal Procurement After Adarand. Report Issued by U.S. Commission on Civil Rights.   September, 2005.

DoD Report: Strategy for Homeland Defense and Civil Support. July 1, 2005.

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Enter Services:  Obtain legal and business development guidance to grow your small business in the Federal procurement marketplace.  Here are some highlights:

8(a) & SDB Programs
Get certified as an 8(a) or Small Disadvantaged Business and gain access to lucrative contract opportunities.

Bid Protests:  Protect your right to fair treatment when bidding on Federal government contracts.

Contract Management Services: Maximize your bottom line and protect yourself from government auditors.

Contract Claims and Disputes:  Get the advice and legal representation you need to win your government contract case.

Free Newsletter: Take your information pipeline to the next level.  Sign up for updates on the latest developments in the Federal procurement sector.
 

Enter Resources:  Our Resource Center links you to hundreds of pages of information on doing business with the Federal government.  Below are examples of what you will find:

Does your business 
qualify as "small?"
Guidance on government standards for determining eligibility for small business benefits.

Procurement Information
Where and How to Obtain Contracts for Your Emerging Small Business.

Access to Financing.  Venture capital or angel financing may be options for your growing business.  See if you qualify for the assistance you need. 

Contract Management Resources: Critical resources on regulatory compliance in one convenient location.
 

   
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This Site was last updated on August 12, 2008.
 

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