If you're trying to sell to the federal government, you've probably heard of the General Services Administration (GSA). But what is it exactly? And do you really need a GSA Schedule to win contracts?

In a recent breakdown, Rick dives into what the GSA is, how it fits into the government contracting...

If you're new to government contracting or looking for faster, more flexible ways to break into the federal space, Other Transaction Authority (OTA) might be your best-kept secret.

Unlike traditional contracts that can take months to award, OTAs offer a streamlined path—especially for innovative co...

I recently recorded a live session diving into the Iranian-Israeli conflict and the potential ripple effects on U.S. defense and government spending—especially if the U.S. becomes directly involved.

Just minutes ago, news broke that former President Trump announced a full payload of bombs had struc...

What if you could follow the exact playbook of a company that grew from nothing to $42 million in federal contracts—just by analyzing public data?

In this video, I reverse engineer the growth strategies of two real government contractors, including a veteran-owned startup that used SBIR funding to ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...