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Unpopular opinion: SAM.gov isn't the hard part
The hard part is what comes after figuring out who's actually buying, when, and why. SAM.gov just gets you in the room. Most people treat registration like the finish line. It's the starting line. What stage are you at right now, still working through registration, or registered and stuck on "okay, now what"?
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@Tara Slaughter CFS Community Team Thank you so much for this, Tara that really means a lot 😊 I run a consulting practice focused on federal government contracting, and my core focus is contract research basically helping small businesses figure out which opportunities are actually worth pursuing before they burn a weekend on an application that was never a real fit. I also work as a freelancer with Golden Achiever Foundation. I got into this because I kept seeing founders waste time chasing grants/contracts that looked good on paper but weren't realistic for their stage or set-aside status, so a lot of what I do now is that upfront "is this even worth it" filtering. Really glad to be part of this community looking forward to learning from everyone here too!
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@Lori Wagner the "witness protection subcontractor" line is way too accurate 😂 that's such an underrated part of this business, you can have the compliance side locked down and still get burned by someone ghosting mid-bid. The FAR/pass-through questions you're asking are honestly the right ones to be asking before the award, not after that's where a lot of primes get into trouble. Limitations on subcontracting especially catches people off guard because it's not just "can I sub this out," it's "how much can I sub this out and still legally be the prime." Sounds like you're doing this the right way, plugging away, learning from each solicitation instead of rushing the first bid out the door just to have one submitted. First award's going to hit different after all this groundwork.
🚨 August 29, 2026 11am PST Saturday Live Gov Contracting Q&A 🚨
🆓 FREE Government Contracting Q&A 📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026 🕚 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM (PST) Whether you're just getting started or have questions along the way, join us for a live Government Contracting Q&A! We'll discuss topics such as: ✅ SAM.gov Registration ✅ Certifications ✅ Finding Government Opportunities ✅ Where to Get Started ✅ General Government Contracting Questions Everyone is welcome! Please use the Zoom link below to join: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81136611701?pwd=6iN2UQcoRbFDNfS2lZqs4EYD1IC8SH.1 ⭐ Government Contracting Members Program 🕦 11:45 AM (PST) Government Contracting Members will receive a separate Zoom invitation for our exclusive members-only training. During this session, we'll continue our in-depth training with topics including: - Live contract searches - Government portals - Bid opportunities - Real-world examples - Lessons learned - Member Q&A We look forward to connecting with you all, have a great day.
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🚀 Tuesday Motivation: Make ONE Move Forward — It's Federal Q4!
Good morning everyone! Happy Tuesday! ☀️ Here’s your reminder for today: You do not have to have everything figured out to make progress. And if you're pursuing federal government contracts, NOW is the time to be moving. We are in the 4th Quarter of the Federal fiscal year, which runs through September 30. Agencies are actively working to meet their procurement needs before the fiscal year closes. So don't sit on an opportunity waiting for everything to feel perfect. Get those bids submitted! Government contracting and building a business can sometimes feel overwhelming—SAM.gov, certifications, capability statements, solicitations, pricing, outreach, follow-ups…the list can get long. But today, don't focus on the entire list. Make ONE move forward. Maybe today you: ✅ Review one solicitation ✅ Submit one bid or quote ✅ Email one contracting officer or buyer ✅ Follow up on an opportunity you've already submitted ✅ Update your capability statement ✅ Research one agency that buys what you sell ✅ Contact one potential teaming partner ✅ Follow up with one customer or facility And remember: the federal procurement portals don't close when your workday ends. Opportunities are available to research 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. You may not work government contracts from 9–5. Maybe you have a full-time job, you're raising a family, running another business, caregiving, or building your second chapter. That's okay. An hour tonight still counts. One solicitation reviewed still counts. One email sent still counts. One bid submitted absolutely counts. One email can start a relationship. One phone call can create an opportunity. One bid can become your first—or your next—government contract. 🎯 Tuesday Challenge Drop ONE thing in the comments that you're committing to accomplish today. 👇🏾 Let's hold each other accountable. Federal Q4 ends September 30. Don't just watch the opportunities—position yourself to win one. 🇺🇸
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Help founders register, bank & get certified fast & painless. Off the clock, you'll find me on the golf course fixing my slice.

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