GSA Webinar: FAR 8.4 versus Open Market, Nov 8, 2012
GSA’s Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) webinar for November 2012 is on FAR Subpart 8.4 (Federal Supply Schedules) vs FAR Part 13 and FAR Part 15 (Open Market / Contracting by Negotiation). GSA offers a mixture of scheduled webinar, online anytime, and in-person training to help Schedule contractors effectively use the Schedules program to best achieve desired goals. After the webinar you should be able to:
- Describe FAR Subpart 8.4 and Part 15 procedures and how each fits into your acquisition strategy and planning Continue reading »
MD Federal Procurement Conference May 3, 2012 – Register Now!
The 2012 Federal Procurement Conference attracts businesses ready to do business with federal, state and local governments, primes and each other.
The conference Workshops provide businesses with access to experts and information about procurement opportunities and best business practices. Continue reading »
Register Now for “GSA Schedules 101: Reality vs. Myth”
In government FY11, GSA Schedule sales totaled almost $40 Billion. These contracts continue to be the go-to source for federal buying and are a common point of entry for commercial and emerging companies new to federal contracting. However, many myths still exist and the reality of getting a GSA Schedule contract has changed over the last couple of years. Pursuing any government contract is an investment of resources, so make sure you are armed with the knowledge you need to be successful.
Join Aronson’s GSA Schedule experts on March 27th for a reality-checking webinar where we will debunk myths and give you the real scoop on topics that include: Continue reading »
MD Federal Procurement Conference May 3, 2012 – Register Now!
The 2012 Federal Procurement Conference attracts businesses ready to do business with federal, state and local governments, primes and each other.
The conference Workshops provide businesses with access to experts and information about procurement opportunities and best business practices. Continue reading »
Event: Sept 22, 2011- Doing Business with GSA Webinar
Part of a 5 part series of webinars designed by the Office of Small Business Utilization (OSBU) with the goal of success for the small business. Learn about opportunities with GSA from GSA directly. This training includes an overview of GSA programs, provide sources of support and highlights the mentor protege program. Training updates are continually available at www.gsa.gov/osbu or follow OSBU on Twitter at Continue reading »
Cyber 2.01 Event – September 9, 2011
Sponsored by Howard County Chamber of Commerce and Aronson Capital Partners. Learn the true effects from cyber industry leaders while simultaneously growing your business through pre-qualified company match-ups with the top government and industry leaders in the field. In addition to the match-ups, there will be several panels focused on the near-term needs of the area’s top organizations, including NSA, DISA,SAIC, LG-Tek and more.
Date: September 9, 2011
Time: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Place: Johns Hopkins University, Laurel, MD
Updated: Surviving GSA Contract Cancellations
Update: Miss the event? Don’t worry, you can download the slides or listen to a replay of the presentation online.
GSA is facing shrinkage of their contracting workforce which, in return, is creating an increase in contracting officer workloads. An easy way for GSA to resolve this problem is to cancel contracts that are not in compliance.
Case-in-point: During the government fiscal year 2010 there were approximately 20,000 active GSA schedule contracts. Of those, 9,014 did not attain the minimum contract sales requirement of $25,000 and 6,825 had no sales at all!
Join Aronson on February 24thfor a free webinar Continue reading »
Event: Surviving Your Pay on Display – Executive Compensation and Subcontractor Award Reporting
Government contracting rules and requirements are constantly changing, but Aronson’s experts want to help you stay on top! The new FAR Clause 52.204-10: “Reporting Executive Compensation and First-Tier Subcontractor Award” represents a significant change in the type of information that is publicly available and how it should be collected. Join Aronson for a webinar on February 9th that will help you understand and comply with the new reporting requirements. Our government contracting specialists will address:
SBA Offers Small Business Disaster Preparedness Webinars
Small business owners have an opportunity to get tips on business continuity planning in 2011 through a series of free webinars hosted by the U.S. Small Business Administration and Agility Recovery Solutions.
“A vital part of growing a small business is guarding the company’s infrastructure,” said SBA Administrator Karen Mills. “These free disaster preparedness webinars are an opportunity for business owners to learn how to become proactive and practical about analyzing risks and making a plan to recover. Continue reading »
Event:Government Contracting Survival Series: “Survival of the Fittest”
Join Aronson & Company and our esteemed panel of experts on December 8th for a discussion on what agility means for government contractors, how you can create shareholder value, and tips for designing a successful sales strategy in a new economy.
The federal government’s unprecedented budget deficit will undoubtedly have a significant impact on our industry. In light of the changing government contracting landscape and impending budget cuts, your business strategies will necessarily shift. Continue reading »
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- A Marriage of Inconvenience: GSA Schedule Contracts & The Contractor Code of Business Ethics & Conduct Clause
- Emerging Small Businesses: To Grow Your Business, You Must Plan For Growth
- Government Contracting: Look Before You Leap!
- GSA Schedules – Strategies for Success
- New Employee vs. Independent Contractor Considerations
- Pay on Display – Understanding the Executive Compensation and Subcontractor Data Reporting Requirements & Ramifications
- The GSA Schedule: Your Ticket to the Federal Market (May 2010)
- The New FAR Codes of Conduct and Compliance Program Provisions
- The Seven Deadly Sins (of contract compliance)