USFCR Blog

Federal Proposal Formatting

Apr 20, 2020 3:04:43 PM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

This article was last updated on May 10th, 2023

Once a business locates a solicitation that aligns with its capabilities, the task of crafting a well-structured response in the form of a proposal begins. If you find starting your proposal challenging, you can connect with experts who can guide you.

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Angie Daetz - Human Resource Director

Apr 20, 2020 9:30:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Team

Since 2011, Angie Daetz has been helping clients understand the potential benefits of US Federal Contractor Registration's (USFCR) products and services. With her fluency, she can also assist Spanish-speaking clients. 

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Registration & Contracting Specialists

Apr 17, 2020 10:45:39 AM / by USFCR posted in USFCR Info

At US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR), we believe that government contracting is a venture that you shouldn't go into alone. That's why every business that works with us gets assigned a Registration & Contracting Specialist. 

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Connecting U.S. Businesses with COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Apr 8, 2020 11:14:51 AM / by USFCR posted in Videos

USFCR hopes you and your loved ones are safe during the COVID-19 crisis. We're providing this post and video to help you, your business, and your federal contracting endeavors during the crisis.

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Unison and FedConnect Solicitations

Apr 6, 2020 12:59:26 PM / by Anna Rose

This week's Bid Training will cover two other websites where government solicitations are posted: Unison and FedConnect. Learn more about these two platforms with this blog post. Bid Training is available to businesses enrolled in the USFCR Academy

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Emerlee Trevino - Client Service Manager

Apr 6, 2020 8:50:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Team

 

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. 

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The Ultimate Guide to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

Mar 25, 2020 12:44:16 PM / by USFCR posted in USFCR Academy, Guides

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. 

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Understanding the FAR and DFARS: Your Key to Federal Contracting

Mar 24, 2020 3:54:51 PM / by USFCR posted in USFCR Academy

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.

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Selling to the DLA

Mar 24, 2020 2:07:45 PM / by Anna Rose

Bid training is available for contractors enrolled in the USFCR Academy. This week we covered selling to the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). 

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Marianne Swager: Client Engagement Manager

Mar 20, 2020 11:40:33 AM / by USFCR posted in Team

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.

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