Federal Access: a government contracts solution center for small businesses

Loading Image... 
 

HOME ::   

Print

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.
  
     
       
Small Biz News ...   Featured Sites ...  
   

Small Business Contracts. Interagency Task Force seeks public comments on how to improve Federal contracting opportunities for small businesses. June 14, 2010.

General Services Administration. New Purchase Agreements for Office Supplies Established. June 2, 2010.

Interagency contracts. GAO report urges agencies to improve management, coordination and recordkeeping on interagency contracts including those driving the GSA MAS Program. May 25, 2010.

Tools for Online Success. Google and SBA offer big tips for small business. May 17, 2010.

Bid Protests. GAO denies small business protest of agency's decision to exercise contract option. May 11, 2010.

Legislation. Proposed 2010 Federal Contracting and Oversight Act would expand contractor performance database. May 11, 2010.

Procurement Rules. Clarity is key to avoiding icy government-industry relationship. April 9, 2010.

Veteran-owned Businesses. SBA Awards Grants to Help Veteran Small Business Owners. March 31, 2010.

GAO Report. Steps Have Been Taken to Improve Administration of the 8(a) Program, but Key Controls for Continued Eligibility Need Strengthening. March 30, 2010.

GAO Report. Fourteen Ineligible Firms Received $325 Million in Sole-Source and Set-Aside Contracts. March 30, 2010.

Architect-Engineer
Contracts
. Final Rule Revises 10% Retainage Clause on Contracts for A&E services.   March 19, 2010.

SBA issues Proposed Rule: Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program. March 4, 2010.

GAO Report. Status of SBA's Implementation of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. January 19, 2010.

Government Spending. Contracts might not be getting enough credit for stimulus job creation. December 2, 2009.

Legislation. Senate bill would protect contractor whistleblowers. October 2, 2009.

Information Security. GAO Says Agencies Continue to Report Progress, but Need to Mitigate Persistent Weaknesses.  July 17, 2009.

Contracting Data.  GAO says despite efforts, gaps remain in data on contractors. May 27, 2009.

Happening in CongressHearing on the Role of Small Business in Recovery Act Contracting. | U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business & Entrepreneurship.  May 21, 2009.

Federal SpendingContractors jockey for IT, construction, energy projects at DoD. March 30, 2009.
 

Getting Business from Government Prime Contractors. Online Seminar hosted by NAGC. Learn first-hand from executives from several of the country's leading government contractors.  June 10, 2010.

IRS Virtual Small Business Tax Workshop 2010.  Interactive lessons to help small business owners learn their tax rights and responsibilities.

Hilton Head Government Contract Conference.  A week of workshops and networking opportunities for contractors and government representatives. July 12-16, 2010.

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.

|      
Services ...   Resources ...  
   

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.
 

   
What's New? ...  
 

This Site was last updated on June 16, 2010.
 

|      
Top  |   Free Newsletter ...
   

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

federal access