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8a Magazine’s content is provided by the federal and state certification and contracting industry experts of ez8a, Advance GSA, Government Marketing, Advance 8a and Fedvital, as well as guest contributors that are at the top of their field. Active 8a Articles are designed to focus on the advantages a firm has after becoming 8a Certified by the SBA. While our articles highlight ways to utilize your 8a Certification, as well as stay in compliance with the SBA, further exploration of the subject matter or even issues that we have yet to discuss (or haven’t discussed in a while) may be at the top of your mind. Click ‘Ask An Expert’ to send a note directly to our resident Active 8a Expert, Mark Ryan. From there, Mark can help answer any questions your firm may have concerning how to make your 8a Certification work for you. Ask an Expert
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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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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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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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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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Unlocking GSA Contracts: Your Key to Federal Success

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.... View More
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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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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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Federal Contract Vehicles: A Pathway to Government Procurement Success

Federal Contract Vehicles play a pivotal role in ensuring fairness and efficiency in the federal procurement process. By providing streamlined avenues for purchasing goods and .... View More
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Winning Government Contracts: GSA eBuy Advantage

Exploring how GSA Solicitations and the GSA eBuy system can create a significant advantage for GSA contract holders in the federal space is what we will explore today.... View More
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Finding Federal Buyers: Not as Difficult as You Might Imagine

With more than 2 million civil employees, there are more than 60 federal agencies. In the federal marketplace, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to know who to call.... View More
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