Getting Started in Government Contracting
Registration is the entry ticket; capture and past performance win the work.
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Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances. Always verify current requirements through official government resources before making decisions.
Who this applies to
- Veteran business owners pursuing federal work
What it provides
- Access to federal opportunity pipelines once registered
General eligibility concepts
- Registration requirements apply to all entities
How it works
- You register in SAM.gov, obtain a UEI, select NAICS codes, and pursue set-aside or open opportunities.
Step-by-step
- Form the entity
- Register in SAM.gov
- Select NAICS codes
- Build a capability statement
- Pursue subcontracting first if new
- Track opportunities
Documents to gather
- Entity registration
- Capability statement
- Past performance references
Common mistakes
- Registering and waiting
- Bidding without a compliance review
Important considerations
- Certification does not guarantee contracts.
Official sources
Estimated costs, timelines, and income figures are illustrative placeholders only and are not guaranteed.