Death of the Middleman: GSA Just Made Its Move govclose govcon government contracting gsa gsa schedule middleman Jun 13, 2025

GSA’s new strategy is great news—unless you're a Middleman

On May 28, GSA sent a letter to 10 of the largest value-added resellers (VARs)—companies like Carahsoft, CDW, Dell, and Mythics. These companies were asked to provide detailed data about their contracts: how much they charge, how much the...

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Defense Spending is Exploding: $20M+ for These Startups Jun 09, 2025

If you're building innovative tech—AI, drones, VR, advanced software—and looking for funding, you don’t have to rely on venture capital. The U.S. federal government is actively investing in startups and small businesses through R&D grants and 7-figure contracts, and the process may be more accessibl...

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Here's How Much The DoD Pays To Clean Swimming Pools Jun 05, 2025

The Government Paid $3.6 Million to Clean Pools — Here’s What You Can Learn From It

Yes, you read that right. The federal government paid one company over $3.6 million to clean swimming pools.

After wrestling with my own pool disaster this year, I got curious and started digging into USAspending.g...

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How To Create A Professional LinkedIn Profile For Government Contracting Jun 05, 2025

Your LinkedIn profile isn’t just a resume — it’s a powerful tool to build trust and credibility in the government contracting space.

In this training, former DoD Program Manager Rick Howard shares the simple 3-step LinkedIn strategy used by over 175 GovClose students to position themselves as exper...

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How I'd Teach a 10 Year Old to Win Government Contracts May 27, 2025

If you've been spinning your wheels responding to RFPs with little to show for it, it's time to flip the script.

Former Air Force Lt. Col. Richard Howard managed over $82 billion in government contracts — and now, he’s sharing the exact 4-step federal sales process he used to do it. It’s so straigh...

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1 Killer GovCon Business Hidden in Plain Sight May 19, 2025

After spending nine years as a Leasing Contracting Officer at the GSA, Stephen Porter made a bold move — he left federal employment for good and turned his insider expertise into a thriving consulting business.

Today, he helps companies secure long-term, 15-year government leasing contracts — and h...

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How to Automate Searches on Sam.gov May 19, 2025

Before you spend another dollar on third-party government contracting tools, make sure you watch this.

Most people overlook the powerful features built right into SAM.gov — and they’re missing out. These built-in tools can completely change the way you search for and win federal contracts.

In this...

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How To Get A Government Contracting Job in 2025 (Without Applying) May 12, 2025

Most people think getting a government contracting job means endlessly submitting applications online and then waiting, often in vain, to hear back. But that approach rarely works.

In this video, former DoD acquisitions officer Richard C. Howard shares a completely different strategy — one that doe...

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How to Start a GovCon Consulting Business – First Client in 60 Days May 12, 2025

Thinking about launching a consulting business in the government contracting space? This comprehensive, one-hour training walks you through everything you need to know to get started and succeed.

You’ll learn how to turn your existing experience into a high-paying consulting business by helping com...

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The New Rule That Can Block You From Every Federal Contract May 08, 2025

With the federal government preparing to enforce CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) at scale, many businesses are finding themselves unprepared and at risk.

In this episode, I sit down with Jacob Hill, a leading expert in CMMC, cybersecurity compliance, and federal regulations, to br...

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How to Win Government Contracts and Make $25K/Month in 2025 May 05, 2025

If you’re looking to break into government contracting and build a profitable consulting business in 2025, here’s something you need to know: it doesn’t start with SAM.gov.

In this video, I walk you through the exact federal sales roadmap I use to help clients consistently earn $25K to $50K per mon...

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How to Work Remotely After the Military | Lessons from a Veteran CEO May 01, 2025

Marine Corps veteran and entrepreneur David Pere knows what it takes to succeed after active duty — and now he’s sharing his blueprint with you. In this video, David walks through a step-by-step game plan to help veterans and transitioning service members create remote careers, launch consulting bus...

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Luke Robertson | Director,  Business Development | Honeywell

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"DoD Contract Academy's government contracting knowledge is literally unmatched. Ricky's experience both as an acquisitions officer for the US government and as the head of a consultancy helping businesses navigate the federal marketplace gives him a unique "both sides of the coin" perspective. He's saved me hundreds of hours in research and provided spot on advice. I Recommend him to any company who wants to successfully and consistently sell services or goods to the US government!"

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