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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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

Foret Contracting Group, LLC is a construction, landscaping, and building maintenance company based in Thibodaux, Louisiana. Through US Federal Contractor Registration's (USFCR) Simplified Acquisition Program, they won a contract for grounds maintenance for the U.S. Coast Guard Base New Orleans.

This month on USFCR Academy Live, we are covering the basics of understanding the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). FAR is a set of regulations issued to make a standard set of processes for government acquisitions. 

Check out the new episode of USFCR Academy Live every Wednesday at 2 PM ET on Facebook.