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Government Contracting Crash Course: A Big Client for Small Business

Look inside the world of government contracting and find out what it takes to become a vendor with the world’s biggest customer. Learn the basics of how to get certified and how to partner as a way to get your foot in the door.

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Get familiar with process. Learn how the government works, determine if contracting is right for you and prepare your business for government contracting.

Start with Learn the Basics if you have no contracting experience. It covers:

  • The basics of government contracting.

  • The types of businesses that contract.

  • The industries and specialties of government contracting.

  • How the government does business.

  • Businesses that have found success in contracting.

Chapters:

  1. CheckmarkWhat is Government Contracting?

    An overview of how the Government Contracting program works.

  2. CheckmarkIs Government Contracting Right For Your Business?

    Find out if Government Contracting makes sense for your small business.

  3. CheckmarkGovernment Contracting Opportunities

    The types of industries and specialties that the government contracts.

  4. CheckmarkKeys To Success

    What to expect once you start contracting.

  5. CheckmarkSuccess Story

    How Randy Lebolo and his company Lebolo Construction, found success working with the government.

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