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For Contracting Officials

Need government contracting documents and resources in a hurry? We've got you covered. Check out the categories below for fast and easy access to all of your top-requested items.

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    What is a Small Business?

    A small business is not dominant in its field of operation and qualifies as a small business concern under Title 13, Code of Federal Regulations, part 121 (13 CFR 121).

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    HUBZone

    Find out how to apply the requirements of the HUBZone Program to help certified HUBZone small businesses receive their fair share of contracting opportunities. 

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    Non-Manufacturer Rule

    The Non-Manufacturer rule allows a small business to offer a product that it did not manufacturer under a small business set-aside if SBA has offered a waiver.

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    Report Fraud, Waste & Abuse

    Learn how you may report fraud, waste, mismanagement or misconduct involving SBA programs or employees.

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    Protests

    When a contract is awarded, a losing bidder may allege that a competing company misrepresented itself in a way that caused the contract to be awarded unfairly.

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    Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization

    The Federal Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) is an organization of federal small business program officials and is a great resource for contracting officers.

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    Small Business Goaling

    Did you know that formal goals are in place to ensure that small businesses get their fair share of work with the federal government? Learn more about the process.

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    Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

    These resources will help you become familiar with the regulations that apply to most federal contractors.

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    Certificate of Competency Program

    The Certificate of Competency (COC) program allows a small business to appeal a contracting officer's determination that it is unable to fulfill the requirements of a specific government contract.

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