Since 2019, Emerlee Trevino has been helping businesses get in compliance for federal contracting by assisting with their System for Award Management (SAM) registrations. As a US Federal Contractor Client Service Manager, Emerlee assists clients with her problem-solving and customer service skills.
Editor's Note: This post was originally published in 2020 and has been updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness as of July 2023.
The Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) lay the groundwork for how government solicitations and contracts are put together. And while it's true that the FAR is mainly written with government officials in mind - the ones crafting the contracts - it's a mistake for businesses to gloss over them.
After all, these regulations aren't just about compliance. Having a firm grasp of the FAR can tilt the scales in your favor in government contracting.
Originally published in March 2020. Updated in April 2024 to reflect the latest standards and practices.
Start Embark on your federal contracting journey with confidence. This guide offers a clear, practical understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Master these regulations to ensure compliance and secure a strategic advantage in the competitive federal marketplace.
A cornerstone of US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) since March 2014, Marianne Swager has transitioned into her role as Client Engagement Manager, where she continues to bring over a decade of dedication and expertise to the company. Marianne is instrumental in providing comprehensive training and development for small businesses, helping them build the competitive attributes necessary to compete for Federal and DoD contracts.
Since 2019, Frank Piccolo has been using his knowledge and determination to advance businesses in the federal marketplace. To him, the greatest reward is knowing that he can make a difference in a client's life.
CW Financial & Management, LLC (CW) is an SDVOSB based in Decatur, Illinois. After getting registered through USFCR and learning with the USFCR Academy, they won seven federal contracts in their first year in the federal marketplace.
Find out more about how, with USFCR's services, CW was able to win seven contracts.
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USFCR's GSA Program was created to streamline the application process for a GSA schedule. This makes getting onto a schedule both relatively fast and simple. Unlike our competitors, USFCR uses a pay-as-completed model to ensure our service is cost-effective for your business. Learn more about how it works in the video below.
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