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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.
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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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.
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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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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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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.
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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.
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
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
