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US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) is the largest and most trusted full-service Federal consulting organization. USFCR also provides set-aside qualifications, including women-owned, veteran-owned, disadvantaged (8a), HUBZone, and other federal contracting services, technology, and training.
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Client Success: Dig Defence, LLC Lands GSA Schedule

Jan 24, 2020 6:32:00 PM / by USFCR posted in General Services Administration (GSA), Success Stories

Dig Defence, LLC 

Dig Defence, LLC is a woman-owned small business (WOSB) based in Muldrow, Oklahoma, with a patented fence design. Originally, the fence was for keeping pets in and pests out. However, the business has grown to provide protection for zoos and airport runways.

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Video: How the Simplified Acquisition Program Works

Jan 22, 2020 9:25:19 AM / by USFCR posted in Videos

USFCR's Simplified Acquisition Program (SAP) was designed to give you a head start for working with the largest buyer of goods and services. It is the fastest and easiest way to set up a business-to-government marketing (B2G) initiative. Not only does it get you compliant with the System for Award Management (SAM), but you will also be provided with an optimized Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile, an online capabilities statement, and a custom email domain.

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Reading the FAR: The Quick Guide for 2020

Jan 16, 2020 9:00:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Guides

This is your ultimate (and quick) guide to approaching the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Here, we are going to cover the following: 

  • What is the FAR?
  • How is the FAR broken down? 
  • Key Sections for Contractors. 
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The Contractor’s Guide to the General Services Administration

Jan 2, 2020 3:02:00 PM / by USFCR posted in General Services Administration (GSA)

Editor's Note: This post was originally published in March 2016 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

Government contracting is often seen as the holy grail for business, a reliable partner with a never-ending requirement and funding source. With such a large market, it is no surprise that businesses want a piece of the pie. But is the pie right for you?

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Video: How our HUBZone Certification Service Works

Dec 11, 2019 10:48:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Videos

The HUBZone Certification Program can help your business win more government contracts. USFCR provides a streamlined process to make sure this process happens error-free and compliantly.

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Video: How Our SAM Registration Assistance Service Works

Dec 9, 2019 10:24:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Videos

Using a third-party consulting firm to assist with your registration saves time and money and ensures compliance. Here's how our program works.

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Video: How our 8(a) Certification Service Works

Dec 4, 2019 10:47:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Videos

The 8(a) Business Development Program requires a lengthy certification process. This designation can help your business win more government contracts. USFCR provides a streamlined process to make sure this process happens error-free and compliantly.

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Video: How our WOSB & EDWOSB Set-Aside Service Works

Dec 2, 2019 11:02:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Videos

Setting up as a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) and/or an Economically-Disadvantaged Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) can help your business win more government contracts. USFCR provides a streamlined process to ensure this process happens error-free and compliantly.

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Case Study: Veteran's Choice Procurement, LLC

Nov 7, 2019 5:01:23 PM / by USFCR posted in Veteran Owned Small Business (VETBIZ), Simplified Acquisition Program (SAP), Success Stories, Videos

Veteran's Choice Procurement, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) located in Austin, Texas. They provide healthcare supplies and equipment to federal agencies. With USFCR's services, owner Jesse Carlow went from starting a business to winning six contracts in less than a year.

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Bid Protests: A Quick Rundown for Q1 2020

Oct 31, 2019 3:27:53 PM / by USFCR posted in Guides, News

In the first quarter of the fiscal year, the Pentagon awarded Microsoft its prestigious $10 billion Joint Enterprise Defense Infrastructure (JEDI) contract. 

For now. 

That's because if you've been reading up on this contract, you would know it was riddled with disputes. One of which was a bid protest made by Oracle Corporation. Then, right after Microsoft was awarded, Amazon Web Services was expected to file one as well. 

This blog post will give you a rundown on bid protests.

We are going to answer the following:  

  • What is a bid protest? 
  • Why are bid protests filed?
  • Where do I file a bid protest? 
  • How should I approach bid protests? 

Let's begin. 

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