Daniel Sloan

⚠️ Common Challenges in Government Contract Bidding Many businesses struggle with government contracts not because they lack capability, but because the process is complex. Common challenges include understanding solicitation requirements, meeting strict compliance rules, preparing clear documentation, and standing out in a highly competitive field. Success often comes down to preparation, accuracy, and patience.Which part of the bidding process has been the most challenging for you so far?

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Daniel Sloan

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For any government work I have been a part of, the most difficult part is all the "red tape". There were always substantially more "hoops" to jump through which were never experienced on non-government work. One example was a small project we did with my previous employer on a new data center. Our contract was $140,000 but it was just as much work as a million dollar contract for a private company. I couldn't believe it. Everything was micromanaged and scrutinized. Needless to say we weren't profitable on our $140k project. Maybe it was because we didn't do government work a lot so we didn't know how to appropriately bid it but there just always seems to be substantially more restrictions with government work from my experience.

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End of 2025...

It has been such a great and crazy year. Personally, I feel like it's been a "refining" year for me with personal struggles and trials trying to teach me patience. It's been extremely hard...a lot of things I do not hope to have repeated...but I know I've become better for having gone through them. Unfortunately, I'm not out of my trials yet but nothing I can do but keep pushing. Just wanted to say thank you for your support in our community. It really means the world to us. This is brand new to us so we are grateful for you taking this journey of DIY growth with us. Wishing you each a Happy New Year! I hope you can look back on 2025 with fondness and gratitude and see the growth you experienced amongst your struggles and trials. Wishing you the best to come in 2026 from UCanBuildThis!

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Daniel Sloan

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@Paula Boggan when planting trees or bushes, have you ever heard of digging a square hole instead of a round one?

Daniel Sloan

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@Paula Boggan Very cool. We tried it once and were very surprised. Our plant seemed to do better than usual. Although, digging a small square hole is kind of difficult.

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After One Month of Editing....

It's Finally DONE! Check out our latest video showing step-by-step how to Frame a Basement! We hope you had a wonderful and relaxing Christmas Holiday. This video is also available in our Woodworking Course.

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Daniel Sloan

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@Julia Smith Thank you but I have a full-time job. I just do this type of thing on the side. What project are you working on?

Daniel Sloan

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@Julia Smith Thank you so much Julia! I love doing that kind of thing!

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I've been trying something New...

To give my kids a fun new tradition, I've been trying something new...they seem to liking it so far. This was my third one this year...