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The single biggest purchaser of goods and services in the world is the US government. Learn the step by step process of winning government contracts from former defense procurement officer Lt Col (ret) Ricky Howard. For more information please visit us at: https://www.dodcontract.com
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After the real estate market crashed in 2007 Mr. Coffie launched a successful consulting company helping small business owners earn millions in revenues via federal small business programs. In 2012 he launched Evankoff Construction, a steel erection company building airplane hangars and metal buildings for government agencies around the country. In 2017 Mr. Coffie launched Scorecontracts @ YouTube a channel to help other small businesses achieve their revenue goals using the power of federal ...
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In this special episode, we have Natalie Rosario, a 27-year-old entrepreneur who rapidly secured four government contracts with no prior experience and minimal capital. Inspired by a friend’s Instagram story, Natalie jumped into government contracting, quickly moving from her first bid on a single piece of paper to landing a five-year landscaping c…
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In this episode, we discuss the differences between LPTA (lowest price technically acceptable) and best value when it comes to government contracting. While best value is preferred in theory, in practice, LPTA is often used. There is subjectivity involved in evaluating proposals and that relationships and customer influence can impact the final dec…
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In this very special episode of the GovCon Giants podcast, we have Jackie Robinson Burnett, the Associate Administrator of Government Contracting at the SBA, a leader poised to revolutionize small business access to federal contracts. Jackie unveils a groundbreaking SBA platform that cuts certification approval times by up to 70%, offering small bu…
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In this episode, we talk about the real challenges of being a business owner. There are difficulty with self-doubt and the feeling of intimidation by other business owners. But how do you overcome them? We talk about some helpful and proven tips like listening to audiobooks and taking self-evaluation tests such as the Enneagram and Strengths Finder…
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In this episode, we have Lynn Petrazzuolo and we discuss her career in environmental science. Lynn shares the beginning of her journey, which involved building a team from scratch as a federal contractor. With the help of an experienced help desk operator, she learned the ropes and eventually realized the importance of having individuals with envir…
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In today's special episode of the Govcon Giants podcast, we sit down with Maria Snider, a remarkable entrepreneur who shares her journey from immigrating from Guatemala to building a successful government contracting business. Maria, a single mother of three, started her business six years ago with no money and just her home vacuum cleaner. Within …
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In this special episode of Govcon Giants, we have Jade Simon, founder and CEO of SimCore Solutions. Jade shares her inspiring journey from being a computer programmer to securing a seven-figure government contract. She reveals how a chance meeting at an NCMA Sneaker Ball and a LinkedIn post led to a successful partnership in the tech space. Jade al…
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In this episode, Adrienne shares her entrepreneurial journey from starting Armed Property Maintenance in 2006 to becoming a licensed builder and landing a $135K federal contract with the FAA. She discusses the challenges of working in the Detroit real estate market, including property theft, and how she adapted by implementing clever strategies lik…
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Today we have an incredible guest joining us, Bobby Brown. Bobby is the Founder and Owner of Bronco Oil, a name that has become synonymous with innovation and growth in the fuel delivery industry. Since we last spoke with Bobby in 2020, his company has transformed remarkably, growing from a small residential oil delivery service into a full-fledged…
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In this episode, we have Charles Keoho, we talk about how he can use their system to sell his products to contractors, primarily in the construction industry. His products are: insulated aluminum siding and asphalt and concrete repair. So how do you do it? By going to conferences where companies that use his products would be and be present at thos…
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In today's episode, we have Brian Sanvidge, the principal leader of regulatory compliance and investigations who has assembled a team of 20 individuals who work for the government and for companies on compliance and investigations. They focus on regulatory compliance, forensic accounting, and computer forensics. They also help large corporations me…
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GET "GovClose" CERTIFIED: Earn up to $400K a year as a freelance GOVERNMENT CONTRACT CONSULTANT: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification Hire A Trained Government Conrtracting Expert: https://govclose.com/contracts-training FREE BOOK: Download the "Government Contract Planner" For Free at https://www.dodcontract.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE Ch…
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In today's episode, we talk about the self-employment track offered by a rehabilitation program for individuals with disabilities. The program provides comprehensive training, supplies, and reimbursement for certifications or courses necessary for starting a business. The first step is to go through an evaluation process at the rehabilitation progr…
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In this episode, we talk about an important strategy for attracting government buyers in a business setting. The first step is to let the government know that your company exists, which can be done through partnerships and building a rapport with a specific sub-agency in your field of expertise. The strategy is a long-term game, as the government i…
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In today's episode, we discuss the difficulty of finding contractors for construction projects. Many companies struggle with this issue, especially when working on government facilities. If someone has access to good contractors, they can write their own "blank check" as the demand is so high. My suggestion is to make a list of the contractors, the…
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In today's episode, we talk about the process of obtaining contracts with the government and the quality of contractors the government typically gets. Typically, the government gets the best contractors that come to them, not necessarily the best contractors overall. There is a particular contract for art supplies worth up to $300,000 and a total a…
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Today we have an exceptional guest joining us, Shane McCall. Shane is an equity partner at Koprince McCall Pottroff LLC and the mastermind behind the renowned blog smallgovcon.com. With extensive experience in federal contracting, Shane's expertise is invaluable for businesses looking to navigate the complexities of government procurement. In this …
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In this episode, we talk about how a lot businesses have been affected by COVID-19. Talking about their experience, my guest today shared how their drivers who served the Boston area were affected, but listen up, their company was able to reassign them to fueling COVID testing sites with generators. This allowed them to keep their staff going and t…
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GET "GovClose" CERTIFIED: Earn up to $400K a year as a freelance GOVERNMENT CONTRACT CONSULTANT: https://www.govclose.com/sales-certification Hire A Trained Government Conrtracting Expert: https://govclose.com/contracts-training FREE BOOK: Download the "Government Contract Planner" For Free at https://www.dodcontract.com SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE Ch…
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In this special episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, we have Tony Reaves II, who shares his incredible success story after attending last year’s GovCon conference. Tony discusses how a conversation at the event led him to think about adding a “plus one” to his business, which deals in tires, and how that insight resulted in winning a $238,000 cont…
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In this special episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, we sit down with Megan Sheckles to celebrate the one-year anniversary of her attending the 2023 Contracting Connections Summit. Megan shares her inspiring journey, from leaving corporate America and celebrating her 40th birthday in Aruba to attending the summit on a layover in Miami. She discuss…
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In this special episode of the Govcon Giants Podcast, we have Ben Amaba, an expert in emerging technologies with over 30 years of experience, including his time as Chief Technology Officer at IBM. Ben discusses the growing risks in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, emphasizing the critical need for prevention and remediation to avoid costl…
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In this episode, we are discussing the responsibilities of a prime contractor in relation to their subcontractor. It's important to know that if a subcontractor doesn't pay their employees a fair wage, the prime contractor could be liable. We also talk about the benefits and drawbacks of being a prime contractor and we also highlighted the importan…
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In this episode, we discuss the process of bidding for government contracts. The different stages of the process, starting with the evaluation criteria in the blue phase, where feedback from interested parties can be given to the government to shape the requirements. When the process moves to the green phase and the bid is solicited, the government…
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In today’s Making A Giant special episode, we have an inspiring guest joining us, Tony Reaves. Tony is the founder of The Toota Group LLC, a company that has taken the niche market of vehicle tires and parts by storm within just 14 months. Tony's expertise shines through as he shares how he pivoted from a background in car sales to a thriving busin…
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