In this live stream, Rick Howard, former government procurement officer and owner of GovClose, reviews the government contracting process and answers your questions live!
Rick addresses specific questions from viewers about government contracting, using USAspending.gov, forming joint ventures for set-asides, finding subcontracting opportunities, and differentiating between federal and local contracts. Special attention is given to software and hardware businesses, leveraging LinkedIn for business presence, and seeking joint ventures for SDVOSB, 8A, WOSB, and HUBZone contracts.
00:00 Introduction and Chat Setup
00:30 Overview of Government Contracting
01:24 Leveraging Public Data for Government Sales
03:15 Interactive Q&A Session
06:26 Starting with USA Spending
11:21 Finding Your Niche in Government Contracting
13:33 Proposal Submission and Follow-Up
26:04 Using LinkedIn and Websites for Credibility
30:40 Starting a Business in Government Contracting
30:59 Challenges of the Middleman Approach
31:56 The Reality of Writing Proposals
33:05 Consulting as a Viable Alternative
33:27 Certifications and Registrations
34:47 Federal vs. Local Contracts
36:04 International Government Contracting
37:48 Software and Security Requirements
43:49 Teaming and Subcontracting
45:32 Networking and Resources
46:00 Final Thoughts and Q&A
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#govcon_101 #government_contracting #government_contracting_101 #government_contracting_for_beginners #sam.gov