Diplomatic Deals: How to Secure Lucrative International Government Contracts

The Power of International Government Contracts In the fast-paced world of business, the pursuit of global opportunities isn’t just a choice—it’s a strategic imperative for sustainable growth. Have you ever considered the transformative potential inherent in international government contracts? Beyond mere transactions, these contracts serve as portals to new revenue streams and elevate your business […]

GSA’s Commercial Platforms Are Thriving, And Needing Improvement

According to fedbizaccess.com, the GSA Schedule program is the premier acquisition vehicle in government, with approximately $50 billion a year in spending or 10 percent of overall federal procurement spending.

In 2018, the National Defense Authorization Act directed the General Services Administration (GSA) and the Office of Management and Budget to create an online e-commerce program, now known as the Commercial Platforms program.

The 8a Certification Program Is Facing Uncertainty

The SBA 8a program, designed to support small businesses owned by racial or ethnic minorities, has faced criticism from a federal court. The 8(a) program is aimed at helping small businesses that are at least 51% owned and operated by a U.S. citizen who is socially and economically disadvantaged. In a significant development, a federal judge in Tennessee has […]

5 reasons GSA contract may NOT be winning government deals

A lot goes into obtaining a GSA Contract. Ensure your company is taking the steps to keep that contracting vehicle not only compliant but also set up in the most advantageous way for your company. It happens often that companies win their GSA award, but later don’t understand why are they not winning any business. […]

Best Practices for Getting Started in Contracting

The team here at Capitol 50 gets asked a lot, “how do I get started in government contracting?”; when we hear this question, we ask a few qualifying questions and normally point them in the direction of our  industry partners at Elevare, LLC. The Elevare team specializes in vetting opportunities/pipeline development and strategic partner identification. […]

Maximizing Opportunities: A Deep Dive into the 2022 NAICS Updates

The business landscape is ever-evolving, and staying on top of industry changes is crucial for small businesses. One significant update that entrepreneurs need to be aware of is the 2017 NAICS list revision by the Small Business Administration (SBA). In this article, we’ll delve into the details of the 2022 NAICS updates and explore why […]

Oasis+ Proposal Secrets Unveiled: Your Path to Excellence

For those new to the GSA world, the Oasis+ proposal marks an exciting evolution of the Oasis and BIC MAC programs. In this series, we delve into the draft RFQ (Request for Quotation) for Oasis+, the next-generation solution for integrated services. If you missed our first blog about how the contract will be structured, you […]

On the Brink: GSA Contract Holders, Read This First!

The world of government contracting is vast and intricate, with General Services Administration (GSA) contracts playing a pivotal role for many businesses. If you find yourself nearing the end of your GSA contract’s last option year, there are crucial considerations that could significantly impact your future opportunities. In this article, we’ll delve into the potential […]

BIC MAC: The New Way to Secure Govt. Deals

GSA is launching a broader, more flexible best-in-class multi-agency contract to improve how agencies buy services. This contract will replace OASIS.    Why a new BIC MAC?  OASIS ends 2024 Limited access to best-in-class contracts for services beyond the existing IDIQ contracts Managing too many contracts, driving up acquisition costs… this offers MAC consolidation flexibility MAS not able to accommodate the full […]

Contracting 101: GSA Advantage and eBuy Made Simple for Success

GSA Advantage and GSA eBuy are two platforms that you need to know how to use if you currently hold a GSA Contract, or plan to. These tools will guide your company to new opportunities to take advantage of. GSA Advantage is the ecommerce site for GSA and is primarily product based, whereas GSA eBuy […]