USFCR Blog

Frank Piccolo: Senior Registration & Contracting Specialist

Mar 11, 2020 11:17:00 AM / by USFCR posted in Team

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.  

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USFCR Academy Live: Buy American Act

Mar 9, 2020 3:43:09 PM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

On this week of USFCR Academy Live, we're covering FAR Part 52. This section includes the Buy American Act. You can sign up to attend on our webinar page and learn more about the Buy American Act in this blog post. 

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Harnessing Your Power: Women-Owned Small Businesses in Federal Contracting

Mar 5, 2020 2:38:00 PM / by USFCR Academy posted in USFCR Academy

You have a unique edge in federal contracting as a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) or an Economically-Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB). These certifications can open doors to lucrative contracts by reducing competition and giving you preferred status with federal agencies.

It's no secret that women entrepreneurs have been historically underrepresented. The ED/WOSB program is designed to turn the tide, but the process can be tricky. Once certified, finding the right contracts amidst the flood of daily solicitations can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.

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Client Success: SDVOSB Wins 7 Contracts

Mar 5, 2020 1:42:56 PM / by USFCR posted in Veteran Owned Small Business (VETBIZ), Success Stories

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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Video: How Our Vendor Management Program Works

Mar 4, 2020 12:29:47 PM / by USFCR posted in Videos

Are you a prime contractor looking for subs? Not sure that they are in compliance for federal contracting? Then check out the Vendor Management & Compliance Program from US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) by watching the video below.

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USFCR Academy Live: Quality Assurance

Feb 17, 2020 11:51:05 AM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

On this week's episode of USFCR Academy Live, we're covering subcontracting. Join us on Wednesday, 2/26, at 2 PM ET by signing up on our webinar page.

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USFCR Academy: The Rules for Subcontracting (FAR 44)

Feb 12, 2020 2:40:00 PM / by USFCR Academy posted in USFCR Academy

This article has been thoroughly reviewed and updated as of June 2022 to ensure accuracy and relevance in the ever-evolving landscape of federal subcontractor reporting.

The Rules for Subcontracting on Federal Contracts (FAR 44)

Subcontracting — it's the lifeblood of the government supply chain. With most large contracts requiring a slice of the pie for small businesses, the prime contractor-subcontractor relationship isn't just important; it's vital.

Prime contractor or subcontractor — it doesn't matter which side you're on. What matters is understanding the rules of the game. And these rules? They're etched in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Get a handle on these, and you're on the road to compliance.

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USFCR Academy Live: Subcontracting

Feb 10, 2020 11:20:36 AM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

On this week's episode of USFCR Academy Live, we're covering subcontracting. Catch the latest episode every Wednesday at 2 pm ET on Facebook

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Video: How the GSA Program Works

Feb 4, 2020 3:40:00 PM / by USFCR posted in General Services Administration (GSA), Videos

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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USFCR Academy Live: The History of the System for Award Management

Feb 3, 2020 12:13:34 PM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

The System for Award Management, commonly referred to as "SAM," was implemented in July 2012. SAM is an online system that helps both government and non-government entities manage their federal awards. 

Catch the newest episode of USFCR Academy Live every Wednesday at 2 PM ET on Facebook

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