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How to Find Federal Government Contracts in the U.S.
How to Find Government Contracts to bid on? Finding U.S. federal government contracts can open substantial business opportunities for companies of all sizes. The federal
New Executive Order Broadens Definition of Defense Contractor Underperformance
Overview: A new executive order (EO) issued January 7, 2026 is putting fresh pressure on defense contractors – and, by extension, their subcontractors – to
GAO Sustains Protest: Recordings Reveal Flaws in $814M DIA Contract Award
Background: DIA’s $814M Intelligence Support Contract In early 2025, the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) solicited bids under its SITE III contract vehicle for a major
GSA Cracks Down on Consulting Firms and Resellers Amid FAR Overhaul
In recent months, the General Services Administration (GSA) has been moving quickly on multiple fronts to tighten oversight of federal contracting – from refreshing major
Government Shutdown 2026 – February 3 Update: Shutdown Ends, Government Reopens & Guidance for Federal Contractors
As of February 3, 2026, the partial U.S. federal government shutdown is finally ending. Congress has moved forward on a funding deal to reopen the
February 2, 2026 Government Shutdown Update: Status, Small Contractor Impacts & Strategies
Latest Shutdown Status and Congressional Actions (Feb 2, 2026) As of February 2, 2026, the federal government remains in a partial shutdown that began over
January 30, 2026 Shutdown Update: Congress Hustles to Avert Federal Government Shutdown Tonight
Shutdown Status and Latest Legislative Updates (Jan 30, 2026) As of January 30, 2026, the U.S. federal government faces a funding deadline at midnight, and
Government Shutdown Looms: January 29, 2026 Update – Latest Moves in Congress & Impact on Small Federal Contractors
As of January 29, 2026, the United States federal government is once again on the brink of a shutdown. Lawmakers have until midnight on January
Government Shutdown 2026 – January 28 Update: Status, Impacts, and Strategies for Contractors
As of January 28, 2026, the federal government is just days away from a potential partial government shutdown. Lawmakers face a funding deadline at the
SAM.gov Registration Guide 2026: Step-by-Step for Small Businesses
What is SAM.gov and Why Do You Need It? Before you can bid on a single federal contract, you need one thing: an active SAM.gov
SBA Suspends Over 1,000 8(a) Contractors for Missing Data Submission Deadline
Last week the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) took the unprecedented step of suspending over 1,000 companies from its 8(a) Business Development program for failing
Is the SBA 8(a) Program Going Away? What Contractors Must Know
For decades, the SBA’s 8(a) Business Development Program has been a cornerstone of federal contracting for small, disadvantaged businesses. This 47-year-old program – long viewed