Federal Contracting Insights & GovCon Blog
Practical, expert-written articles to help government contractors write better proposals, build smarter pipelines, and win more federal contracts, written by former evaluators and capture professionals.
Virtual Assistant vs. Proposal Coordinator: Which Does Your GovCon Team Need?
Both roles take work off your proposal manager's plate, but they solve different problems. Here's how to tell which one your team actually needs right now.
Security Clearance Levels Explained: Public Trust to TS/SCI With Polygraph
Clearance terms get thrown around loosely in job posts and proposals. Here is what each level actually means, and why the details matter when you staff a contract.
How to Build a Daily SAM.gov Opportunity Monitoring Routine (Your VA Can Run)
Finding opportunities early is the cheapest competitive advantage in federal contracting. Here's a repeatable 30-minute daily routine, and how to hand it to an assistant.
23 Tasks Government Contractors Should Delegate to a Virtual Assistant
If your BD lead is also your proposal coordinator, registrations clerk and calendar manager, you're paying senior rates for admin work. Here's exactly what to hand off.
Contingent Hires and Key Personnel: How to Staff a Proposal Before You Win
Key personnel can make or break an evaluation, yet many contractors name them at the last minute. Here is how to secure strong candidates early and keep them after award.
How to Hire Cleared Professionals Fast: A Playbook for Government Contractors
Cleared hiring is slower and riskier than commercial hiring, but most delays are avoidable. Here is the process we use to fill cleared roles without missing contract start dates.
Cleared Recruiting Partner vs. In-House Recruiting: Cost, Speed and Risk
Every contractor eventually asks whether to build a cleared recruiting team or work with a partner. The right answer depends on volume, timelines and the roles you hire.
Federal Teaming Agreements: A Complete Guide for Government Contractors
Learn when to team, how to structure partnerships, what goes in a teaming agreement, and how to protect your company from common teaming risks.
GWAC, IDIQ, MAC, BPA, and SEWP: Federal Contract Vehicles Explained
Learn what every federal contract vehicle is, how each one works, and which vehicles align with your federal strategy.
How DOGE is Reshaping Federal Contracting in 2026: What Contractors Must Know
The Department of Government Efficiency is driving significant changes in federal spending. Here's what's actually changing for contractors, which sectors are growing, and how to adapt your strategy.
How to Use AI in Federal Proposal Writing (Without Getting Disqualified)
Learn which proposal tasks are safe to automate, where AI creates risk, and how top GovCon firms are winning with AI-assisted proposals.
How to Win Government Contracts as a WOSB: The Complete Playbook
Woman-Owned Small Business certification unlocks access to $30B+ in annual set-aside contracting. Here's how to get certified, find the right opportunities, and win.