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Government Acronyms for Successful Federal Contracting

Apr 26, 2023 12:21:40 PM / by USFCR posted in Guides, News

Feeling overwhelmed by the alphabet soup of government contracting? Don’t worry! This guide will break down common acronyms and abbreviations used in federal contracting and government agencies. Whether you're just starting out or looking to brush up, these terms are essential for effective communication and contract success.

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DEBCC & NBCC Partnership with USFCR: Increasing Access to Capital for SEDI-Owned Businesses

Apr 3, 2023 4:15:41 PM / by USFCR posted in News

 

Ayanna Khan is a powerful force in grant writing, business consulting, and fundraising. With over eight years of experience in the field, she has a proven track record of helping organizations secure funding from prestigious institutions.

This article will delve into Ayanna Khan's background and The National Accelerator Program "Increasing Access to Capital for SEDI-Owned Businesses," a collaboration between Local NBCC Incubator Programs, the Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce (DEBCC), and USFCR, which aims to assist Small and Early-stage Disadvantaged Businesses (SEDI) by providing them with access to low- or no-cost hybrid incubator and accelerator programs, thus increasing their access to capital.

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DEBCC and NBCC Partnership with USFCR: Increasing Access to Capital for SEDI-Owned Businesses

Apr 3, 2023 10:39:31 AM / by USFCR posted in News

 

Ayanna Khan is a powerful force in grant writing, business consulting, and fundraising. With over eight years of experience in the field, she has a proven track record of helping organizations secure funding from prestigious institutions.


This article will delve into Ayanna Khan's background and The National Accelerator Program "Increasing Access to Capital for SEDI-Owned Businesses," a collaboration between Local NBCC Incubator Programs, the Delaware Black Chamber of Commerce (DEBCC), and USFCR, which aims to assist Small and Early-stage Disadvantaged Businesses (SEDI) by providing them with access to low- or no-cost hybrid incubator and accelerator programs, thus increasing their access to capital.

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MedOne Pro: Elite Nurse Staffing Solutions

Apr 3, 2023 10:39:23 AM / by USFCR posted in News

Temporary nurse staffing companies are Indispensable in providing immediate staffing relief to healthcare facilities nationwide. The healthcare industry is constantly expanding and evolving, and the demand for qualified medical professionals is at an all-time high. MedPro One has exceeded this demand for more than 15 years by providing immediate elite staffing of nurses and medical professionals across the United States.

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Celebrating Women's History Month in Federal Contracting

Mar 27, 2023 11:32:29 AM / by USFCR posted in News

 

March is Women's History Month, a time to celebrate the significant contributions of women throughout history. This month, we focus on the outstanding achievements of women in federal contracting, a traditionally male-dominated field.

As a woman business owner, you are likely familiar with federal contracting. However, you may not be aware of the numerous benefits and resources available to women. The federal government aims to award at least 5% of all contracting dollars to Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs). The Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) certification program allows women-owned businesses to compete for contracts with corporations committed to supplier diversity.

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Essential NAICS Codes for Snowstorm Relief Contracts

Feb 27, 2023 10:27:47 PM / by USFCR posted in News


With winter in full swing, many parts of the Northwest and Northeast United States are still experiencing severe snowstorms. These storms create dangerous conditions, destroy key infrastructure, and leave many without power.

You can be part of the relief efforts by providing the services the federal government needs and having the corresponding NAICS code within your registration. Relief contracts are an excellent way to get started as a contractor while helping your fellow Americans.

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5 Technologies the Federal Government is Using to Streamline Contracting

Feb 15, 2023 12:23:49 PM / by USFCR posted in News


The federal contracting process is complex and lengthy, often involving multiple steps, stakeholders, and documents. It’s no wonder the government is looking for ways to improve and streamline the process. Luckily, modern technology can help. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the five technologies the federal government uses to improve the processes for federal contracting and contractors.

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The DoD Extends UEI Deadline to Help Federal Contractors

Oct 10, 2022 10:24:00 AM / by Susan Spenader posted in News

In response to the extensive delays seen since April 2022 with the transition from DUNS numbers to Unique Entity Identifiers (UEI), the Department of Defense (DoD) announced in September that it isn't requiring contractors to have a new UEI until October 31, 2022.

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Unique Entity ID (UEI) Replaces DUNS Number [+Video]

Apr 21, 2022 2:15:00 PM / by Susan Spenader posted in News

As of April 4, 2022, SAM.gov has replaced the DUNS number with the Unique Entity ID (UEI) as their primary means of entity identification for Federal awards government-wide. This change has been made to streamline the entity identification and validation process and to no longer rely on a third-party website to issue the identifying number.

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Small Business Procurement Continues to Grow

Aug 21, 2020 2:03:07 PM / by USFCR posted in Veteran Owned Small Business (VETBIZ), News

The results are in. The Small Business Administration (SBA) released its FY2019 Small Business Procurement Scorecard. This scorecard serves as an annual report showing if federal agencies met their small business contracting requirements. Although things look dismal in the commercial sector, the federal sector is still strong on small business spending. 

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