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Learn how to sell your products or services to the federal government through our agency. We help federal agencies purchase the products and services they need, and small businesses play an important role in that process. If you’re interested in working with us, there are a few key steps to understand.
This training walks you through how to get started, where to focus, and how to position your business for success.
We connect federal agencies with businesses through a variety of contracting programs and tools.
One of the most common is the Multiple Award Schedule program, which allows agencies to purchase from pre-approved vendors.
What this means for you:
Before you can compete for contracts, you’ll need to complete a few key steps:
These steps ensure your business is visible and eligible for federal opportunities.
There are several ways to do business with us:
The best path depends on your business size, experience, and readiness.
Once you’re registered and ready, you can begin identifying and responding to opportunities.
You may encounter:
Each requires a different level of response, from sharing information to submitting a full proposal.
Success in federal contracting often comes from building relationships and staying engaged.
You can:
These connections can help you learn about opportunities and improve your competitiveness.
As you gain experience, you can:
Many small businesses start small and grow over time through consistent participation.
Get started with federal contracting
Register your business in SAM.gov
Find contracting opportunities
Connect with a small business specialist
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When a military installation or Government - related facility(whether or not specifically named) is located partially within more than one city or county boundary, the applicable per diem rate for the entire installation or facility is the higher of the rates which apply to the cities and / or counties, even though part(s) of such activities may be located outside the defined per diem locality.
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