Federal Webinars

http://www.federalwebinars.com/

Attend complimentary "How to do business with CMS/DHHS" Webinar on Dec 05, 2007. Listen to Gloria Berthold, national business development expert and Kathy Minchew, a Federal Healthcare Specialist on how to engage (and win bids!) with CMS officials by understanding their mission priorities.

Attend complimentary "How to do business with Navy" Webinar on Jan 9 2008. Listen to Gloria Berthold, national business development expert and Alan Heisig, an experienced business leader and Navy veteran on how to do business with the US Navy.

Update Your NAICS Codes in all records

NAICS 2007 Implementation Completed

FedBizOpps implemented NAICS 2007 on 5 October 2007 in compliance with the OMB 2007 revision to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). To avoid NAICS code mismatches, please take the necessary steps to ensure that your FBO feeder system complies with NAICS 2007 codes.

You can find a listing of the new codes on the US Census web site at http://www.census.gov/epcd/naics07/index.html and the related Federal Register notification (May 2006) at http://www.census.gov/epcd/naics07/naics07fr3.htm.

Federal Buyers with active solicitations for which the NAICS code has changed will be contacted via e-mail to coordinate updating their solicitations to reflect the changes.

Vendor Notification subscriptions will automatically be updated to the new NAICS codes.

Source: http://www.fedbizopps.gov/what_is_new.html

WIPP Update -- bill on small business contracting

The Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee passed S. 2300, The Small Business Contracting Revitalization Act of 2007.

The bipartisan bill was drafted by Senators John Kerry (D-MA) and Olympia J. Snowe (R-ME), the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee, and cosponsored by Senator Benjamin L. Cardin (D-MD). The bill seeks to eliminate barriers for small business contracting, improves the oversight of unbundling contracts for small firms, increases enforcement of protections for subcontractors, and expands opportunities for minority, women and service-disabled entrepreneurs. According to Senator Kerry, the Majority Leader has agreed to consider this legislation on the floor before the end of the Congressional session this year.

The bill was passed with seven modifications to the original bill. Those included: An SBA study of the effectiveness of the Mentor-Protégé program, a SBA study of the number of dollars spent by agencies contracted to small businesses, an SBA study of the barriers facing women, 8(a), SDB and Hubzone contractors, an expansion of the BusinessLINC program, a GAO study of the effectiveness of Procurement Center Representatives (PCR) and an amendment to the surety bond program. Please find attached the amendments to the bill.

Senator Snowe expressed her frustration at the SBA’s lack of implementation of the women-owned contracting program and pointed out that the failure to implement this program greatly affected the ability of agencies to meet their woman-owned goal. Senator Levin, Chair of the Armed Services Committee, is seeking to amend the bill with regard to some DOD contracting issues. Although he was not specific, Chairman Kerry said he would work with him to resolve differences. Senator Bond is pursing an amendment similar to the Enzi/Bond amendment to last year’s SBA Reauthorization bill to address SBA regulations with regard to venture capital. It is his belief that SBA regulations discourage investment from venture capitilists’ investment in small businesses, especially the biotech industry.

Read the Bill.

Bill to aid small business government contractors

Senate close to approving bill that would aid small contractors

LOUIS LLOVIO
Daily Record Business Writer

November 8, 2007 6:54 PM

A U.S. Senate committee has approved a bill that senators say would improve the process in which small businesses in Maryland are awarded federal government contracts.

The bill, S 2300, was unanimously approved by the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship Wednesday and will now go to the floor of the Senate for a vote, which is expected before Thanksgiving.

Gloria Berthold, president of TargetGov at Marketing Outsource Associates Inc., a Baltimore government procurement consultant, said that while she said she applauded the Senate’s efforts, the bill lacked teeth.

She said government agencies are too short-handed and underfunded to do the oversight required by the new law or the existing ones.

The shortage in procurement officers also makes it easier for short-handed agencies to “bundle” contracts and let the big companies handle subcontracting.

Bundling is where small contracts are included in larger ones that are picked up my prime contractors, like Northrop Grumman Co.

In theory, the smaller contracts would trickle down to small business that would do the work as subcontractors.

But that doesn’t happen, she said.

Click here to read the full article.

Free National Teleconference for Veterans: Start and Build a Successful Business in a Multi-Billion Dollar Market

Press Release
Phone: 1-866-579-1346
Contact: Gloria Berthold
Email: info@targetgov.com
Web site: www.targetgov.com

Veterans: Learn How to Start a Business and Sell to the Federal Government

Free National Teleconference for Veterans: Start and Build a Successful Business in a Multi-Billion Dollar Market

Washington, DC. In honor of Veterans Day, the national teleconference, “Veterans Business Opportunities with the Federal Government” will be held Thursday, November 15, 2007 from 1:00 to 2:00pm EST (noon CST, 11:00 am MST and 10:00 am PST). There is no cost to attend the teleseminar for any veteran or anyone who works for a veteran-owned company anywhere in the United States. No wasted travel time or expenses, you attend directly from your own phone, at your office or on your cell phone. Phone lines are limited to the first 300 people who sign up.

The US Federal Government spends over $400 billion dollars every year purchasing products and services of virtually every type from businesses large and small throughout the United States. Federal law has stated that 3%, or $12 billion dollars should go to companies who are owned by veterans or service-disabled veterans. Veterans can take advantage of this built-in market, and serve the world’s Fortune One customer – the U.S. Federal Government -- if you know how to successfully start a business and also navigate the government contracting maze.

Speakers from the Veterans Administration and other experts will discuss how start a business, how to best open doors to the lucrative government contracting market with the Veterans Administration, as well as other federal agencies, prime contractors and teaming partners.

Who Should Attend: If you are a veteran or employed by a veteran-owned company of any type or size, you should attend. You attend over your phone, either from your desk or cell phone. There is no cost to attend this teleconference, but space is limited to the first 300 registrants. Go to www.targetgov.com and click on the “Teleconference” button in the upper right corner of the home page. Select the Veterans Business Development teleconference. Or call toll free 1-866-579-1346 to register.

Tamika Gray joined the Veteran's Administration Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) in March 2006 from the Office of Acquisition & Materiel Management, where she served as a contract specialist and a contracting officer. Her assignments have included: U.S. Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, VA, and Health and Human Services before accepting a permanent position in 2001 with the VA’s Office of Acquisition & Materiel Management.

Gaurav "GP" Pal is FedXccel’s Chief Executive Officer and Founder. "GP" has nearly 15 years of experience providing technology solutions to customers both in the private and public sectors. He has worked with organizations like the US Navy, AT&T, and Deloitte Consulting to sell and deliver complex solutions in a variety of industries including Market Research, Telecom, Healthcare and Financial Services. He successfully helped build the systems integration practice of a $70 million Federal IT Company through effective sales & marketing to public sector agencies at the Federal, State and County level. GP will cover how to give yourself the competitive edge by working on contract opportunities 6-12 months before the RFP hits the street. He will discuss how to estimate demand for your product or service, find teaming partners, identify federal government buyers and get early intelligence on future procurements.

Gloria Berthold is the host of the teleconference and is President of TargetGov at Marketing Outsource Associates, Inc. which focuses on government procurement and related business development services. She is author of many articles and “The Veterans Business Guide” (book); an international speaker and she has created a series of Government Business Guides highlighting specific federal agencies and business opportunities. She has been interviewed on television and radio shows and has been quoted in national publications such as USA Today, Government Executive and Entrepreneur magazine.

Click here for more information or to register.

Expand your business! Gain lucrative government contracts.

Attend a TargetGov Teleconference to learn how to win bids and get your own government contract.

November 15, 2007 Thursday, 1:00 to 2:00 pm EST
Veterans Business Development

Speakers from the Veterans Administration and other federal agencies will discuss how to best open doors to the lucrative government contracting market with the Veterans Administration and other federal agencies.

This teleconference is FREE! Sign up today.

Click here for details or to register.

December 4, 2007 Tuesday, 1:00 to 2:00 pm EST
Procurement Technical Assistance Centers

New to government contracting and want to learn how to win bids?

Seasoned business professional looking to expand your business in government contracting and increase profits?

Both new and seasoned business owners will learn about the world of government contracting. Attend this Teleconference and hear from experts who know how to cut through the red tape and seize those contracting bids!

Click here for details or to register.

December 13, 2007 Thursday, 1:00 to 2:00 pm EST
Opening the Door to Security Clearances & Intelligence Agency Contracting

This introduction to the 15 federal intelligence agencies covers their processes, what procurement vehicles are most often used and other details for building profitable relationships at these more secretive agencies.

Learn how to determine if you need security clearances, how to get them, the teaming alternative, where to find specific decision makers and how to build an effective business development strategy.



Click here for details about the Security Clearances & Intelligence Agency Contracting Teleconference or to register.
Click here for details or to register.

Self-Nominations Sought - Prime Contractors Award

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is now accepting self-nominations for the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence.

This is one of SBA’s most prestigious awards. This award recognizes large prime contractors that have excelled in their utilization of small businesses as suppliers and subcontractors. One award may be made in each of the following five categories: manufacturing; service; research and development; construction; and utilities.

If you believe that you have an outstanding small business program, you may nominate yourself for this award. The winners will be selected in March 2008, and the award will be presented in the Spring in Washington, D.C., during Small Business Week. Companies that have received the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence during the past three (3) years are not eligible. The deadline for nominations is December 28, 2007. No nominations will be accepted after the due date.

View the Information Sheet with additional information. If you have any questions, please contact Terry Budge at 215-580-2805 or e-mail at terry.budge@sba.gov

Your self-nomination for the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence must be received in the Philadelphia Office at the address below by December 28, 2007.

U. S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Office of Government Contracting – Area 2
Robert N.C. Nix Federal Building
900 Market Street – 5th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107

WIPP Teleconference Series

WIPP launches Presidential Power Teams Kick-Off Teleconference Series!

2008 is going to be a pivotal year for American politics and WIPP members are already engaging in opportunities to influence the election and outcome for women-business owners and the issues that matter most to them.

Our Presidential Power Teams offer the ability for WIPP members to become educated on the small business positions of the candidates, gain an understanding of the electoral process, and learn about opportunities to become engaged in a campaign of their choice.

The Presidential Power Team teleconference series is open to WIPP dues-paying members at no charge. If you are not a dues-paying member but would like to participate in this series, as well as WIPP events throughout the year, please contact Lisa Fineberg at lfineberg@wipp.org to learn more about WIPP membership.

If you would like to register for one or all of the teleconference calls, please click on the dates below. There is no limit to the number of calls you can sign-up for. There is no charge to participate in the series.

Presidential Power Teams Kick-Off Teleconference Series

November 7, 2007, 2:00 pm EST - Pre-Primary Analysis: What, when and how? All you need to know about the primary schedule, early primary states and convention delegate selection process. Susan Turnbull, Vice Chair, DNC; Alice Germond, Secretary of the DNC and DNC Rules Committee.

November 12, 2007, 4:00 pm EST - The Approaching Presidential Election: Choosing state Convention delegates. Jo Ann Davidson, Vice Chair, RNC.

December 10, 2007, 4:00 pm EST - How you can make a difference in the 2008 Election. Get involved in the campaign of your choice. Jo Ann Davidson, Vice Chair, RNC.

December 13, 2007, 2:00 pm EST - One Year Out- What are the issues? How can we impact them? Susan Turnbull, Vice Chair, DNC.

January 17, 2008, 2:00 pm EST - A Super Tuesday preview. We’ve seen the results of some early primaries and South Carolina is just around the corner. Where are we now? What can we expect? Susan Turnbull, Vice Chair, DNC.

January 22, 2008, 4:00 pm EST - Report of early primaries and a review of US Senate races. Jo Ann Davidson, Vice Chair, RNC.

One Voice! We Decide!

WIPP, Women Impacting Public Policy, Inc. is a national bipartisan public policy organization that advocates for and on behalf of women and minorities in business, strengthening their sphere of influence in the legislative process of our nation, creating economic opportunities and building bridges and alliances to other small business organizations. Through WIPP, our collective voice makes a powerful impact on Capitol Hill and with the Administration. Click here to read WIPP’s Bipartisan Policy Statement. 888.488.WIPP ~ www.WIPP.org

Contracting Opportunity! Submit your bid.

The Turner/Gilbane Joint Venture has been awarded the $650MM Hospital Complex from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Norfolk District.

If you have not completed the prequalification form you must do so in order to be entered into our database for bidding opportunities.

The prequalification form is available on our website www.turnergilbane.com

Tentative Bidding/Award Schedule:

Fall 2007
Initial Construction Package, General Conditions Items (Dumpsters, Trailers, Site Set-up Items), Parking Garage Structure, Foundations

Spring 2008
Building Envelope, Long Lead MEP & Equipment, Elevator & Escalators

Summer – Fall 2008
General Trades, Equipment, Finishes, & Specialties

Turner/Gilbane Joint Venture looks forward to working together with companies to identify potential subcontracting opportunities on this very important project!

Small Business Contracting Revitalization Act

Click the link below for the Small Business Contracting Revitalization Act of 2007 as introduced by Senator Kerry (D-MA) reinstating the implementation of the Women's Small Business Program and updating contracting issues for Veterans, Minority-owned firms, Small Disadvantaged Businesses and other important small business issues.

Small Business Contracting Revitalization Act