A pivotal shift in the geopolitical landscape occurred yesterday as White House envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff traveled to Moscow to meet with Putin. This high-level engagement marks a critical juncture in the Russia-Ukraine war, moving beyond preliminary discussions to direct negotiations on a controversial U.S.-backed peace framework. For the government contracting base, this…
A Shockwave in Washington On December 2, 2025, Washington was shaken by revelations surrounding a U.S. military strike on a suspected drug-trafficking vessel in the Caribbean. What began as a mission to intercept narcotics spiraled into a legal and political firestorm when reports confirmed that a second strike targeted survivors clinging to the wreckage. The…
Introduction: Winning Isn’t the Finish Line—It’s the Starting Line You’ve just won your first federal contract. Cue the confetti and happy dances! But hold on—winning a contract isn’t the end of the story. In government contracting, your post-award performance determines whether that contract becomes a one-off win or a springboard for years of growth. Agencies…
Welcome to the Wild (and Lucrative) World of Federal Contracting If you’re a new vendor trying to break into federal contracting, you’ve probably already Googled “How do I sell to the government?” and then immediately wished you hadn’t. Don’t worry—GovCon market entry may be intimidating, but it’s also one of the most predictable and opportunity-rich…
Hey builders and entrepreneurs. Have you ever looked at a massive infrastructure project such as a highway bridge or a new hospital and wondered how you could secure a share of that work? I have personally been bidding on construction projects for more than ten years, ranging from small local jobs to large-scale federal contracts.…
The feds? They’re the world’s biggest IT buyer. Seriously,no private company comes close. From cloud migration to cybersecurity, Uncle Sam spends billions every year on technology. And here’s the kicker: those contracts aren’t just for the giants. Small firms, scrappy startups, and niche specialists can (and do) win big. I remember my first federal IT…
A Massive Boost for U.S. Manufacturing CNH Industrial has announced a bold move—nearly $5 billion in investment over the next five years—and it’s all focused on strengthening U.S. manufacturing. This commitment is more than just an expansion plan. It’s a clear signal that the company sees America as a long-term hub for innovation, production, and…
AI Data-Center Gear Driving a Big Collaboration A major shift is happening in America’s tech-manufacturing landscape, and it centers on AI data-center gear. OpenAI and Foxconn have officially joined forces to co-design and manufacture next-generation hardware for AI data centers across the United States. This includes power systems, networking gear, and specialized cabling — the…
A Nation on the Move Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the busiest travel periods in the United States. This year, more than 82 million people are expected to journey at least 50 miles from home, according to AAA. But as families prepare to reunite, severe weather is sweeping across the country, threatening to derail plans…
The Promise That Didn’t Deliver Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical giant behind blockbuster drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, has confirmed that its late‑stage trial of an older oral version of semaglutide failed to meet its main goal. The trial aimed to test whether the drug could slow cognitive decline in patients with Alzheimer’s disease. The…