I was awarded a contract for 111 lanyard pieces, each approximately 6 inches long, requiring ASTM-compliant packaging. In the photo below, the lanyard is shown in a 5" x 6" poly mil bag. My question is: is this bag size acceptable, or would a 3" x 8" or 3" x 7" bag be more appropriate to allow the lanyard to sit upright with less unused space? Note: I have the 5" X 6" already in stock, so I'm using what I have on hand.

Hi everyone I see a lot of business owners getting excited about government contracts which is great! But before you jump into bidding, make sure you’ve got your foundation right. These few things can make or break your first bid: * Get Your Business Registered Form your LLC or corporation and secure your EIN. Without that, you can’t even get started legally. * Sort Out Compliance Depending on your industry, you may need HIPAA, BBP, or safety certifications. Government agencies want proof you can operate responsibly. *Have a Strong Capability Statement This is your business resume ,a one-page summary of your strengths, past work, and services. It’s often the first thing contracting officers look at. * Register on SAM.gov You’ll need your UEI number and SAM registration to qualify for federal bids. Without it, you can’t get awarded a contract. *Be Financially & Professionally Ready Have your insurance, financial records, and a clean brand presence logo, website, capability deck that shows you mean business. Once these pieces are in place, you can confidently start going after RFQs, RFPs, and subcontracts. How far along are you in your setup? Are you still registering, or already bidding? Drop a comment below so we can all learn from each other!

Quick question for everyone When someone asks for your business website… what do you send them? A link to your Instagram or Facebook page or do you have an actual website? I’ve noticed a lot of amazing businesses still run fully on social media, and it made me wonder how that’s been working out for people. Do you think having a website really matters in 2025?

Hey Y’all! My name is Isabel. I’m 29 years old. I’m from Texas and I’m ready to win my first government contract!

Write a post under the category "Welcome" and introduce yourself. Tell us: ✅ Where you’re from. ✅ Your age. ✅ Your biggest goal as a Government Contractor. ✅ Your biggest struggle as a Government Contractor. When you make progress, you can post it in the "Wins" category. And whenever you have ANY questions, ask them in the community under the “Help” category. Or, if you have any questions for ME specifically, ask them under the category called "Ask Day." And to watch all the courses I created for you guys, go to "Classroom." Welcome to the Community. Enjoy. -Day Cantave