1. Winning Is Just the Beginning: The Real Work Starts After the Award Everyone celebrates when the award notice hits your inbox — confetti, high-fives, maybe even victory snacks. But here’s the surprising truth: winning federal contracts is only the start. The real magic (and sometimes the real chaos) begins after the award. Managing federal…
1. Why Capture Management Frameworks Matter More Than Luck Let’s be honest — sometimes federal contracting feels like a high-stakes lottery. But here’s the truth: the winners aren’t lucky. They’re strategic. And they rely on strong capture management frameworks to guide every move. Before the proposal, before the pricing, before the panic — the magic…
Ever stared at a blank screen, RFP in hand, knowing you’ve got to crank out a killer proposal by dawn? Yeah, I’ve been there more times than I care to admit. Back in my early days as a govcon officer, I’d pull all-nighters piecing together bids for defense contracts, juggling FAR compliance, team inputs, and…
Why Federal Contracting Training Matters Breaking into the federal government marketplace can feel overwhelming for businesses of any size. Success depends not only on ambition but on understanding the rules that govern billions of dollars in contracts each year. This is where federal contracting training becomes essential. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and related compliance…
1. A New Wave of Data-Center Growth Schneider Electric has secured $2.3 billion in U.S. data-center deals, a major milestone that signals the rapid expansion of the country’s digital backbone. This surge in data center growth is driven by AI, cloud computing, and the increasing demand for high-performance digital infrastructure. And yes—if it feels like…
A Surge in Industrial Renovation Across the U.S. Industrial Manufacturing is experiencing a major upswing, with industrial renovation projects jumping nearly 28% since June. That’s not a small bump — that’s a national signal. Companies aren’t just expanding; they’re modernizing, upgrading, and rebuilding the backbone of American industry. Whether it’s aging factories getting digital makeovers…
For federal contractors in 2025, labor law compliance isn’t just a legal requirement — it’s a business lifeline. The Department of Labor, FAR Council, and contracting agencies have tightened enforcement, increased penalties, and expanded audits. In short, contractors can no longer afford to guess. They must know the rules, follow the rules, and prove they…
A Major Boost for America’s Manufacturing Revival GE Appliances is making headlines again — this time with a bold $490 million investment to relocate washer production from China back to Kentucky. It’s a move that perfectly captures the ongoing manufacturing revival across the United States. For GE Appliances, the decision isn’t just about cutting supply-chain…
Eaton Bets Big on AI Power Demand Eaton’s $9.5 billion acquisition of Boyd Thermal is more than just another corporate deal — it’s a major statement about where the future is headed. As AI power demand skyrockets, companies are scrambling to secure the cooling and energy technologies that keep those massive data centers alive. Eaton…
As the government shutdown drags into its third week, federal contractors are growing a storm of legal and financial risks. While federal employees are guaranteed back pay under a 2019 law, contractors are left navigating a murky landscape of delayed payments, suspended work orders, and potential labor violations. “This is really causing a lot of…