Publisher's Synopsis
Did you know that the United States federal, state, and municipal government, including the military, is the world's largest buyer of products and services? The government spends more than $500 billion in contracting dollars every year. American law currently establishes a goal that 23% of prime Federal contract dollars go to small businesses, yet it has fallen short of this goal for the past several years. Small businesses need to take better advantage of the Federal marketplace. This practical guide is intended to: -Help small business owners de-mystify the government procurement process and increase access to money-making contracts -Provide potential businesses with basic steps on how to become certified as a government contractor -Offer resources on marketing and assistance with the bidding process -Highlight, how to start and sustain a company with no hassle or red tape that will streamline the various government procurement system This is a handy book that guides individuals on how to do contract business with the United States government; Federal, State, and Municipal government agencies. The big idea is to coach how to be a boss by providing services that get you paid very well by various government agencies.