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GSA Schedules: Your Gateway to Efficient Government Purchasing

A GSA Schedule is a contract that enables government organizations to buy products or services at pre-negotiated prices from authorized vendors. Because these contracts are.... View More

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by Mark Ryan
Tuesday, November 18th 2025

Unlock 8(a) Growth with a GSA Schedule Advantage

Your 8(a) Time Clock Is Ticking. The SBA 8(a) Program lasts only nine years—and those years go fast. Every year and every opportunity matters. Why the GSA Schedule Matters. 8(a) firms that add a GSA Schedule Contract often more than double their annual.... View More

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by Emily Hatchel
Tuesday, November 11th 2025

Understanding the GSA and GSA Contracts: Your Federal Procurement Advantage

Navigating the complex world of government procurement may be difficult, particularly for companies looking to take advantage of the vast potential presented by federal contracts. One of the primary.... View More

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by Emily Hatchel
Tuesday, November 4th 2025

Your SDVOSB Likely Needs a GSA Schedule Contract

In my 20+ years working in government contracting, helping clients, I often get this question from my SDVOSB referrals: Is it really worth it? In general, a firm should expect to generate about.... View More

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by Mark Ryan
Tuesday, October 28th 2025

DOT Reshapes DBE Programs

Earlier this month marked a significant shift for small businesses seeking recognition as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) or Airport Concessions DBEs (ACDBE). The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has.... View More

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by Emily Hatchel
Tuesday, October 21st 2025

A Guide to GSA Consultant Selection

Securing a GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract is one of the most effective ways for a business to enter the lucrative federal marketplace—where annual spending exceeds $45 Billion and contract holders average over.... View More

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by Emily Hatchel
Tuesday, October 14th 2025

Unlocking Small Business Success: Why the GSA Schedule Is Now 4x More Valuable

If you're a small business selling to the federal government, now is the time to pay attention — the GSA Schedule is rapidly becoming the most valuable tool in your federal contracting strategy.... View More

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by Mark Ryan
Tuesday, October 7th 2025

Unlocking GSA Contracts: Your Key to Federal Success

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by Mark Ryan
Tuesday, September 30th 2025

8(a) + GSA Schedule: Unlocking Sales Growth

Many may not realize that while there are roughly 5,800 8(a) firms sharing more than $27 Billion in annual sales—averaging about $4.7 Million per firm—there exists a distinct subset of 1,400.... View More

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by Mark Ryan
Tuesday, September 23rd 2025

Unlock Federal Success: GSA Schedule is Your Storefront

Discover how a GSA Schedule can become your federal storefront, unlocking new opportunities for working with the government. Let's explore the significance of having a GSA Schedule and why..... View More

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