Proposal Management
Three Things to Know About Affirmative Action Programs to Stay Compliant with the OFCCP
When doing business with the Federal Government many procedures and protocols must be adhered to. Compliance with affirmative action programs within the OFCCP pose a special challenge.
Continue ReadingCapture is a Team Sport
JetCo Solutions offers clients a proven capture process, stellar bid cycle workflow, and talented employees.
That’s not enough to win.
Continue ReadingThree Government Sales New Year’s Resolutions for Small Businesses
The government fiscal new year began on October 1st and with it come opportunities to set your company’s government acquisition resolutions. Forethought is crucial in acquiring government contracts and we’ve outlined a few resolution ideas that can increase your company’s chances of winning government opportunities.
Continue ReadingSmall Business Set Asides
Every fiscal year the USG must set aside at least 23% of all contracts for small businesses, thus guaranteeing small business growth through business to government (B2G) sales and reinforcing the SBA’s mission statement: “To maintain and strengthen the nation’s economy by enabling the establishment and viability of small businesses and by assisting in the economic recovery of communities after disasters.”
Continue ReadingStand Out Grant Proposals
What does it take to make your grant proposal stand out among the competition? The description, way to measure success, and risk identification for your project are all important aspects of creating a stand out proposal.
Continue Reading40 Billion Ukraine Aid Package
As the global coronavirus pandemic seems to plateau, we have witnessed a timeline of events between Russia and Ukraine which has led to an untimely war. Over the last seven months this conflict has caused an excessive amount of destruction to the people of Ukraine. The United States, along with other countries, have devised a plan to assist Ukraine in their defense tactics.
Continue ReadingFederal Government to Replace DUNS with New Unique Entity Identifier
Businesses that contract with the federal government have used a DUNS number since it became a standard, unique business identifier in 1994, but that is changing. By April 2022, the government will transition to a new system created in SAM.gov: Unique Entity Identifiers.
Continue ReadingYour Win Themes Are Not About You
Winning proposals contain relevant win themes. And if you aren’t winning with your federal proposal responses, get introspective. Win themes play a crucial role in bid responses. So, let’s dive into the topic.
Continue ReadingWhat Does it Mean to Have a “Responsive” Bid?
Every solicitation states that in addition to being technically advantageous and/or lowest cost, the winning bid must be responsive. Responsiveness is often the first criteria measured by the government, and if your bid is unresponsive, it doesn’t matter if you have the best price—you’re out.
Continue ReadingBreaking Down the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Like a kid on their way to see to Santa, government officials are prepping their wish lists for the new infrastructure bill. On Monday, November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the largest infrastructure package in U.S. history. The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) will fund projects for many years to come, like a gift that keeps on giving.
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