What does the government buy from small businesses?

A: The federal government buys virtually any type of service available, including administrative, engineering, janitorial, scientific, accounting, legal, landscaping and even construction services.

How do I get a government contract for a minority business?

Getting certification

1. Bid for federal contract set-asides for 8(a) businesses.
2. An advanced-training program and mentoring.
3. Access to the Business Consortium Fund’s Working on Capital Loan Program.
4. Participation in business-opportunity fairs conducted by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

Can you sell things to the government?

Generally speaking, federal contractors and businesses interested in providing goods and services to the government must: Find available opportunities with the government relevant to their business. Make necessary preparations for bidding on a GSA contract. Submit an offer.

What is a small business GSA?

Small Business Set Asides Through the Schedule Program, GSA increases contracting opportunities for small businesses, and assists buyers in achieving or exceeding their socioeconomic goals. Customers now have the ability to set aside orders.

What are the benefits of a minority owned business?

Numerous benefits come with being certified as a minority-owned business, from access to special business training to a preference for contracts with government entities.

• Access to Government Grants and Contracts.
• Increased Business Partnership Opportunities.
• Training Workshops, Management, and Technical Guidance.

How do you land your first government contract?

Enroll in the Simplified Acquisition Program

1. System for Award Management (SAM) Registration.
2. Official Government Profile Creation in Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS)
3. Monthly Email Bid Notifications and Contract Support.
4. Complete Government Business Plan with Direct Access to Buyers and Prime Vendors.