A GovCon compliance specialist and contributor at GovCon Digest. I’ve spent over 10 years helping U.S. government contractors stay on top of DCAA audits, FAR rules, and incurred cost submissions. With a Master’s in Accounting and a focus on federal cost regulations, I break down complex requirements so contractors can stay compliant and get paid.
In the world of government contracting, where the stakes are high, and the pace is relentless. Here to share how top government contractors (GovCons) are thriving amidst pressure. Drawing insights from the soon-to-be-released 2025 GAUGE Report by Unanet and CohnReznick, explore actionable strategies, practical examples, and trends shaping the future of GovCon success. Whether you’re…
Let’s think about a scenario like this: federal agencies have been stuck in the slow lane for far too long, tangled up in outdated, clunky IT systems that were once revolutionary but now barely keep the lights on. These legacy systems aren’t just old but they’re blockers to progress. They slow down missions, tie up…
A Sluggish Climb in U.S. Production The latest numbers are in, and they’re not exactly encouraging. U.S. manufacturing output in May rose by a modest 0.1%, following a slight decline in April. It’s not quite the rebound many had hoped for, especially in a sector that’s often considered a barometer for the broader economy. While…
A Billion-Dollar Stage Set for Growth Live Nation Entertainment is making a massive move by investing $1 billion to build 18 new music venues across the U.S. over the next 18 months. From small clubs to large amphitheatres, this expansion demonstrates the company’s confidence in the post-pandemic rebound of live events. According to early industry…
The Trump administration is lassoing the Agriculture Department into the digital age. Looks like trading dusty paper will form for sleek apps through IT government contracts. Their new policy agenda is all about freeing small family farms from bureaucratic quicksand. An internal audit sniffing out every last paper-based application like a bloodhound on a mission,…
🌟Air Force’s $485M Cyber Operations Training Contract! A Train for the Cyber Warriors! Time for the small businessman! If a small business specializes in cyber training, tech support, or high-impact curriculum design, this is the opportunity have been waiting for. The Department of the Air Force just posted a sources sought notice for the Cyber…
Imagine the U.S. Army grappling with a relentless torrent of data streaming in from countless sensors – a digital deluge threatening to overwhelm. Enter QinetiQ US, the data navigation experts, who have secured a significant $49.4 million contract, with the potential for additional work, to bring order and understanding to this complex information landscape. This…
A Quiet Shake-Up with Loud Consequences Last week, something big happened quietly. The USDA and U.S. Forest Service laid off nearly 9,000 employees. These weren’t middle managers or pencil-pushers. These were conservation planners, soil scientists, wildlife experts—people whose daily work protects our farms, forests, and food systems. It’s the kind of news that doesn’t trend…
A fresh era of new changes sweeping through Washington, and it’s got cybersecurity folks buzzing! The Trump administration’s cost-cutting campaign, led by the Department of Government Efficiency, is setting up government contracting like never before. Navigating the New Era of Cyber Partnerships Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is saying a goodbye to some threat-hunting companions.…
Ever wondered if government contracts can be as thrilling as a blockbuster movie? One such contract shines brightly in the spotlight: ManTech’s $199 million award to support the NOAA Cyber Security Center. This deal is not only a significant infusion of cash. At the same time, it is a sign that even the government can…