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USFCR Academy: FAR Parts 11, 13, and 15

Jan 14, 2020 3:46:06 PM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

 
Last week we covered the basics for understanding the FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation). It is a set of regulations issued to make a standard set of processes for government acquisitions.
 
Here are some FAR Regulations in more detail.
 
USFCR Academy Live is hosted every Wednesday at 2 PM ET. Check out this week's USFCR Academy Live on YouTube. 
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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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USFCR Academy Live: Time Management Resolutions

Dec 9, 2019 11:23:41 AM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

As the new year approaches, you may consider a personal resolution. However, it's also a great time to consider a resolution for your efforts in government contracting. Here are some questions a vendor should ask themselves when preparing their goals for contracting. This week's USFCR Academy Live webinar will also cover time management. 

Where to watch: USFCR Academy Live Facebook Group 

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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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USFCR Academy Live: Know Your Government Points of Contact

Dec 2, 2019 11:19:54 AM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

While navigating through government contracting, you will come across multiple points of contact (POCs). Dealing with all of them can be confusing. Here are some of the government points of contact you will encounter and their functions.

Where to watch: USFCR Academy Live Facebook Group 

When to watch: 11/4/19 @ 2 pm ET 

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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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USFCR Academy Live: Contracting Gratitude

Nov 25, 2019 10:07:30 AM / by Anna Rose posted in USFCR Academy

 
In government communication, expressing gratitude to the professionals, you will be
working closely with is important. Express gratitude to contracting officers, agency representatives, and other contracting professionals, as they will be major advocates for vendors in the future.
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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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