Equity Goals and Labor Clauses Rolled Back: The New Reality for GovCon Compliance
The federal contracting landscape has shifted dramatically. In late January 2025, President Trump signed Executive Order 14173 — “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit‑Based Opportunity”, rescinding EO 11246 and effectively dismantling decades of affirmative-action and DEI mandates in federal contracts What Changed—At a Glance The Ripple Effect What Government Contractors Should Do Now A New Compliance Epoch The […]
CMMC + SWFT: The New Cybersecurity and Software Battlefield for DoD Vendors
CMMC SWFT: What This Means for Today’s DoD Vendors The defense sector is facing a technological and regulatory transformation. In recent years, the United States Department of Defense (DoD) has intensified its efforts to secure its digital and supply chain infrastructure. This has resulted in the creation of two significant initiatives: the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification […]
Selling AI to the Federal Government? Here’s How to Stay Compliant
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has officially moved from innovation to implementation in the federal space. From automation tools and predictive analytics to decision-support systems and cybersecurity solutions, agencies across the federal government are actively investing in AI-powered technology. But before your AI solution makes it into the hands of federal buyers, there’s one thing you need to get […]
VA Cancels 585 Contracts: Lessons for Surviving Federal Budget Cuts
In March 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) made headlines by canceling 585 federal contracts, a move that has triggered concern across the government contracting community. For contractors doing business with federal agencies, especially those working under VA or GSA contracts, this decision raises serious questions about contract stability, compliance, and how to adapt in the face […]
Why Federal Agencies Are Freezing New Contracts and What You Can Do About It
If your company depends on federal work, you’ve likely felt it already. Federal agencies are freezing new contracts, delaying awards, and quietly shifting procurement schedules. The slowdown is real, and it’s affecting businesses across nearly every sector. So what’s behind the current federal procurement slowdown, and more importantly—what can you do about it? What’s Causing the Federal […]
How to Get on GSA Advantage and Succeed in Government Sales
Why GSA Advantage Can Transform Your Federal Sales Strategy Selling to the U.S. government is one of the most stable and scalable ways to grow your business. And if you’re ready to step into that world, GSA Advantage is your front door. Think of it as the federal government’s version of Amazon—a secure, streamlined marketplace used by […]
Welcome to the GSA Procurement Reset: What the FAR Overhaul and Executive Orders Mean for Contractors
The Government Just Changed the Rules—Are You Ready? Federal contractors, listen up: The way the U.S. government buys is undergoing a historic transformation. Two powerful executive orders—EO 14240 and EO 14275—are rewriting the rules for government procurement. One executive order centralizes procurement under GSA, while the other rewrites the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to streamline, modernize, and reduce red tape. […]
Let’s Welcome Cody AI: GSA’s Smartest Move in Government Procurement
Introduction: Federal Procurement Enters a New Era If you’ve ever submitted a proposal to a federal agency, you know the process isn’t exactly fast—or simple. Between compliance documents, data cross-checks, and outdated platforms, contracting can feel like navigating a maze with a blindfold. But change is here. The General Services Administration (GSA) has unveiled Cody AI, a digital […]
Which Procurements Are Impacted by Section 889 Rule and Why It Might Blindside You
A Wild Reminder: Why Section 889 Is Wrecking Plans Maybe you think you’re safe. After all, you don’t sell routers or build satellites, right? Wrong. Section 889 is not just lurking behind tech contracts anymore. It’s oozing across almost every single kind of federal procurement you can imagine. From IT modernization projects to paperclip deliveries. […]
Consulting Firm Debarred by GSA
If you have done business with the Government long enough you have heard about companies getting debarred, or black listed, from doing business with the government. A Florida-based consulting firm, Federal Verification Co,, Inc., was the latest to get this exclusion from the General Services Administration (GSA). In the past they have done business under […]