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This month we are covering the basics of understanding the FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation). It is a set of regulations issued to make a standard set of processes for government acquisitions. If you are a small business owner, FAR 19 is a part that you should pay particular attention to. 

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USFCR's Simplified Acquisition Program (SAP) was designed to give you a head start for working with the largest buyer of goods and services. It is the fastest and easiest way to set up a business-to-government marketing (B2G) initiative. Not only does it get you compliant with the System for Award Management (SAM), but you will also be provided with an optimized Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile, an online capabilities statement, and a custom email domain.

This is your ultimate (and quick) guide to approaching the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Here, we are going to cover the following: 

• What is the FAR?
• How is the FAR broken down? 
• Key Sections for Contractors. 

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?

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.

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. 

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Using a third-party consulting firm to assist with your registration saves time and money and ensures compliance. Here's how our program works.

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.

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.

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