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The PWS is Not a "Guideline". It is the Actual Terms of the Contract
I have recently moved back to Florida from Kuwait, where I was suporting the AFCAP program inside an Air Force Base. The prime contractor (my employer) had a contract directly with the US Air Force, and I was hired for one year to perform the contract in accordance with the PWS. Now in a perfect world, the contractor ensures they adhere to the terms of the contract, while I as an employee, make sure that I follow company policy. However, a huge issue arose early on. The emplo
Dec 24, 2025


The Impact of the New GSA Shift on Small Business Owners
Government acquisitions will make the shift to GSA. I remember sitting at the contracting office doing some market research like it was...
May 4, 2025


5 Must-Know Websites For Government Contractors
There is a lot of information out there. Some of it is extremely useful, some not so much. For those of you who are new to this space,...
Dec 15, 2024


5 Secrets That Will Help You Win Government Contracts
Government contracts transforms businesses. They offer stability and long-term opportunities. I’ve seen firsthand what separates...
Dec 2, 2024


Disagree with a Contracting Officer's CPARS Rating? Do These 5 Things!
CPARS stands for Contracting Performance Assessment Report System. It's how the federal government gives contractors their report card....
Nov 23, 2024


How to Use JCCS to Win Government Contracts Overseas
If you have been following this blog, you already know that registering your company on SAM.gov is the first step to winning U.S....
Nov 17, 2024


US Defense Spending in Kuwait: A $1.8B Opportunity
US doesn’t just spend big—it spends massively . $916 billion in 2023 alone. With over 800 military bases globally, the US is committed to...
Nov 7, 2024


The Role of Due Diligence in Government Contracting
In the world of government contracting, due diligence is not just a box to check; it is a fundamental practice that separates success...
Sep 26, 2024


12 Laws For Government Contracting: Learn The Fundamentals
The world of government contracting may seem complex or even intimidating, but Juan Juarez’s new book, 12 Laws for Government Contracting...
Sep 20, 2024


The WORST Things To Sell To The Government | Mandatory Sources
So, you have an established business and perfected your product or service. But what if that one thing you sell is a bad product to sell...
Sep 8, 2024


Can You Subcontract 100% Of The Work?
In the world of federal contracting, there's a practice known as the "middle man method" that’s often met with skepticism. Contractors...
Sep 6, 2024


Are You Getting A Fair Price With The Government?
Negotiation is much like a game of tug-of-war, with both parties pushing and pulling until a reasonable price is agreed upon. What...
Sep 1, 2024
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