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MBE: Why Does Getting Your Business Certified Matter?
If your company qualifies for a certification, such as being a minority owned business, it is very beneficial in the government bidding world and important for your business to get the proper certification.
Pre-Bid Meetings: Why Are They Important?
For some types of solicitations for goods or services a pre-bid meeting or conference will be held. But how important are they? Learn more.Most Recent
Why Expiring Term Contract Notifications Are Important for Your Business' Growth
When looking for your next bid opportunity, you may come across something known as expiring term contracts. This can be your opportunity to submit your bid and try to win the next term contract.
Getting Notified of Government Infrastructure Contracts
he Bipartisan Infrastructure Law has helped to provide government funding to make sure public roadways, waterways, and bridges are up to standard and working for the people. Thanks to this bill, there is a huge surplus of money to be spent on infrastructure over the next few years.
Why The Lowest Bidder Is Not Always the Most Qualified Winner
It is a misconception to believe the lowest-priced bid response will always win. While each government agency has a different evaluation process, there are pre-qualifications that must be considered before choosing the best bid response.
Do I Qualify as A Small Business to Compete for Government Contracts?
So, you may be thinking “how do I know if I can be recognized as a small business to qualify for set-asides?” At the federal level, the SBA has implemented size standards that we are going to talk about in this article.
NIGP Category Code selections work for you and your vendors
NIGP codes are widely used amongst local government agencies for their solicitation processes. Consisting of a specific set of numbers, these codes are used to identify commodities and/or services during the procurement process. Therefore, local government agencies use these codes to identify the goods or services that they are looking to purchase.
Bidding Across State Lines
Buying from local vendors has become a trend with many government agencies, but this should not deter you from crossing state lines. There are many benefits to expanding your business outside of your local region.
Local, State and/or Federal Bidding: Which is the Best Fit For your Business?
Which bid opportunities are the best fit for your business to pursue- state, local or federal opportunities? The decision can be challenging, and the answer will depend on what type of business you operate, where you are located, and the resources and manpower you have at your disposal.
How To Find Fulton County Bids and RFPs on Bidnet Direct
Fulton County in Georgia joined Bidnet Direct in 2020 and has published over 600 solicitations through the Georgia Purchasing Group.
Start Bidding This Holiday Season on Bidnet Direct
The months of November and December are big spending months for many consumers as they prepare for holiday celebrations, decorations, gifts and more, while many government agencies are also spending money on winter activities such as snow plowing and salting, as well as holiday events, decorations, lighting, and displays around various towns and cities.
