- Business Certifications
Veteran-Owned and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB/SDVOB)
The Veterans Benefits Act of 2003 allows Federal contracting officers to restrict competition to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB), and award a sole source or set-aside contract where certain criteria are met. Certified veteran-owned small businesses (VOSBs) have additional opportunities to pursue sole-source and set-aside contracts at the Veterans Administration (VA) under the VA’s Vets First program. Section 862 of the NDAA 2021 amended the VOSB/SDVOSB requirements to transfer responsibility for certification of VOSBs and SDVOSBs to the SBA as of January 1, 2023 and created a certification requirement at SBA for SDVOSBs seeking sole source and set-aside contracts across the Federal Government. SBA will implement the new Veteran Small Business Certification Program in a new 13 CFR part 128. Self-certified firms seeking these restricted-competition opportunities must apply to SBA for certification by December 31, 2023. Additional background and analysis can be found in the final rule here: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2022/11/29/2022-25508/veteran-owned-small-business-and-service-disabled-veteran-owned-small-business-certification Historical (before SBA took over) Guide to the certification process Verification Program Leaflet dated 3.17.2021 Attend the next Virginia PTAC Webinar on the SDVOSB certification process Website: Formerly vetbiz.gov, now https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/veteran-contracting-assistance-programs
Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)
On October 7, 2010, the U.S. Small Business Administration published a final rule effective February 4, 2011, aimed at expanding federal contracting opportunities for women-owned small businesses (WOSBs). The Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Federal Contract program authorizes contracting officers to set aside certain federal contracts for eligible:
- Women-owned small businesses (WOSBs) or
- Economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSBs)
For an additional resource check out the ChallengeHER Program: https://virginiaptac.org/useful-link/challengeher-program/HUBZone Small Business
HUBZone Small Business The HUBZone Program helps businesses in historically underutilized areas (based on census tracts and unemployment rates) gain access to federal procurement opportunities. To be eligible, a business must:
- Have its principal office in a HUBZone
- Be 51% owned by U.S. Citizen(s)
- Qualify as a small business for its principal NAICS code
- Have at least 35% of its employees residing in a HUBZone
Watch the latest Virginia PTAC Webinar on HUBZone certification (49 minutes)
Maps: https://maps.certify.sba.gov/hubzone/mapSmall Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
On October 3, 2008 an interim final rule was published in the Federal Register stating that small businesses owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals may self-certify its status as a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). There is a presumption that individuals belonging to the following groups are socially disadvantaged: Black Americans; Hispanic Americans; Native Americans; Asian Pacific Americans; and Subcontinent Asian Americans. Others that feel they have been subjected to racial or ethnic prejudice or cultural bias within American society because of their identities as members of groups, and without regard to their individual qualities, may also qualify. The self-certification is done by completing the Reps & Certs section within the SAM website www.sam.gov, or by completing a questionnaire sent by a prime contractor. The business’s SAM registration and Small Business Profile (aka Dynamic Small Business Search) registration should also reflect the small disadvantaged business status. Website: https://www.sba.gov/contracting/government-contracting-programs/small-disadvantaged-businesses
8(a) Business Development
The 8(a) BD Program — named for Section 8(a) of the Small Business Act – is a business development program created to help small disadvantaged businesses compete in the American economy. It is also designed to assist such companies in gaining access to federal and private procurement markets. The focus of the program is to provide business development support such as mentoring, procurement assistance, business counseling, training, financial assistance, surety bonding, and other management and technical assistance. The goal, however, is to prepare small disadvantaged firms for procurement and other business opportunities. The 8(a) BD portion of the SBA Website contains an assessment tool that will help a business determine if 8(a) is right for them. Additional information including eligibility requirements and the online application are available at the 8(a) home page. Website: https://www.sba.gov/contracting/government-contracting-programs/8a-business-development-program
Watch the latest Virginia PTAC Webinar on 8(a) certification (57 minutes)
Online Application Guide: https://certify.sba.gov/8a-docs- Register with the Government
Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC)
Register to do business in the State of Virginia at the State Corporation Commission's Clerk's Information System: https://cis.scc.virginia.gov/
EIN
Apply here for an Employer Identification Number - https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/apply-for-an-employer-identification-number-ein-online
Establish your login.gov account to access SAM
Login.gov is a shared federal service that allows for users (both federal and private) to maintain fewer passwords and learn fewer interfaces. It requires two-factor authentication as well as strong passwords that meet new NIST requirements. Learn how to use login.gov and access the beta.sam.gov and other important websites for federal contracting:
Virginia Procurement Opportunities (eVA)
Sell to Virginia state and local government by registering as a vendor in eVA. More information can be found here: https://eva.virginia.gov/register-now.html
System for Award Management (SAM)
You can register for SAM, the System for Acquisition Management here. SAM is the centralized process of registration for vendors that want to do business with the federal government. It is also the primary repository of the federal government for all of your company’s required representations and certifications [mesh_embed url="https://www.youtube.com/embed/9VPGVYPvch4?rel=0"] https://www.sam.gov/SAM/ Find user guides, FAQs, and assistance with SAM.gov questions at the Federal Service Desk: https://www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp
Transition to the new SAM.gov
Federal agencies, in an effort led by the General Services Administration, are combining over 10 disparate databases of procurement, past performance, and vendor information into a cohesive portal with one interface, a single sign-on, better security, and enhanced search functionality. Details on the plan and integration can be found here: https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/organization/federal-acquisition-service/office-of-systems-management/integrated-award-environment-iae/iae-systems-modernization
DSBS (Dynamic Small Business Search) GLS-PRONET Application Login
This site is used to update your Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile*. Most information auto populates from SAM.gov but some areas such as Capabilities Narrative, keywords, and past performance must be manually entered by the business owner. DSBS is used by Federal contracting officers, and small business offices, to do market research and is your free advertising to the government and prime buyers. Use this guide to fill in your missing information and keep it current: GLS-PRONET Application Help Document *Note: you must be registered in SAM.gov before you can use the GLS-PRONET Application to edit your DSBS profile
DUNS Number Transition to UEI
DUNS was replaced by the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) for SAM.gov in April 2022: gsa.gov/entityid You can still apply to obtain a DUNS number for other purposes, but it is no longer required for contracting with the federal government.
- Contracting Opportunities
Government Led Innovation Programs (SBIR/STTR)
Agency specific open solicitations that we are aware of:
- Department of Defense: https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/?baa=DOD_SBIR_2023_P1_C4
- National Science Foundation: https://seedfund.nsf.gov/
- NASA: https://sbir.gsfc.nasa.gov/
- Department of Energy: https://science.osti.gov/sbir/Funding-Opportunities
- Department of Education: https://ies.ed.gov/sbir/solicitations.asp
- Department of Transportation: https://www.volpe.dot.gov/work-with-us/small-business-innovation-research
- Review the basics here on the Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporations (VIPC) website: https://www.virginiaipc.org/sbirsttr
- Get on the VIPC mailing list by signing up for a free class or recorded webinar
FedBizOpps is now Contract Opportunities on SAM.gov
FedBizOpps (FBO) was the place where all the federal government's contracts valued at more than $25,000 were announced. You could find it here - https://www.fbo.gov/ before it transitioned into beta.sam.gov in November 2019.
- Factsheet about the FBO.gov transition, November 2019: https://www.gsa.gov/cdnstatic/FBO_Is_Transitioning_to_Beta_Factsheet_%281%29.pdf
- Helpful Hints for tracking contract opportunities can be found here now that "watch lists" from FBO are gone: https://interact.gsa.gov/blog/helpful-hints-new-contract-opportunities-function-betasamgov-how-track-opportunities
- Quick start guide for contractors: http://falextracts.s3.amazonaws.com/Documentation/Federal%20Hierarchy/QSG%20Opportunities%20Part%204%20of%204%20-%20Contractors.pdf
- Current status of the consolidation: https://www.fsd.gov/gsafsd_sp?id=kb_article&sys_id=80c37a991b947c909ac5ddb6bc4bcbf0
Interagency Contract Directory (ICD)
The Interagency Contract Directory (ICD) is a central repository of Indefinite Delivery Vehicles (IDV) awarded by the Federal agencies where the IDV is available for use at both the intra agency and interagency levels. IDVs include Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWAC), Multi-Agency Contracts, Other Indefinite Delivery Contracts (IDC), Federal Supply Schedules (FSS), Basic Ordering Agreements (BOA), and Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA).
Subcontracting Directories
- General Services Administration Subcontracting Directory: https://www.gsa.gov/small-business/-become-a-gsa-vendor/explore-business-models/subcontracting-and-other-partnerships
- SBA's Subnet: https://eweb1.sba.gov/subnet/client/dsp_Landing.cfm
- SBA Contracting Guide / Prime and Subcontracting: https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-guide/prime-subcontracting
DIBBS Pocket Guide
DIBBS Pocket Guide: Double-sided flyer contains a wealth of information including acronyms, definitions, an overview of the registration, solicitation search, and quoting processes, and links to additional resources. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is a web-based application that enables the supplier community to search for, view, and submit secure quotes on Request for Quotations (RFQs) for DLA items of supply. Through DIBBS, users can also search for, view, and upload proposals for Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Invitations for Bid (IFB). Additionally, users can view awards and other procurement information. Link directly to DIBBS: https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/
Challenge.gov
Challenge.gov is a listing of challenge and prize competitions, all of which are run by more than 100 agencies across federal government. - https://www.challenge.gov/
USA GOV
Click the link to view the U.S. government’s official search site – http://www.usa.gov/
Other Transaction Authority (OTA)
Other Transaction (OT) Guide published by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment
Disaster Contracting Resources
- For general information on the emergency contracting process and valuable tips for those who want to pursue disaster contracts, read this article from our national association.
- The National Incident Management System (NIMS) guides all levels of government, nongovernmental organizations and the private sector to work together to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to and recover from incidents.
- ICS Resource Center: https://training.fema.gov/emiweb/is/icsresource/
- The National Response Framework (NRF) is a guide to how the nation responds to all types of disasters and emergencies. It is built on scalable, flexible, and adaptable concepts identified in the National Incident Management System to align key roles and responsibilities.
- Disaster Declarations for States and Counties: This page contains an interactive tool to allow you to explore historic federal disaster declarations by state, county, hazard, and year.
COVID-19 Resources
(note: this page will continue to be updated as we receive additional information)
Federal Resources
Department of Defense
- Resource links from the Department of Defense Small Business Office: https://business.defense.gov/COVID-19-SMALL-BUSINESS-RESOURCES/
Federal Reserve
- (April 9) Federal Reserve takes additional actions to provide up to $2.3 trillion in loans to support the economy: https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/monetary20200409a.htm
IRS
- Coronavirus Tax Relief for Businesses and Tax-Exempt Entities: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/coronavirus-tax-relief-for-businesses-and-tax-exempt-entities
Small Business Administration
- SBA’s Coronavirus Relief Options: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options
- *Economic Injury Disaster Loan Emergency Advance (EIDL): https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/economic-injury-disaster-loan-emergency-advance
- SBA Express Bridge Loans: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/sba-express-bridge-loans
- SBA Debt Relief: https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/sba-debt-relief
- PPP: Information regarding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program-ppp#section-header-1
- Dashboard of Top SBA Lenders and Paycheck Protection Loan Status: https://paycheckassist.com/sbalender.html
- SBA and Department of Treasury FAQs regarding PPP Loans (April 14): https://home.treasury.gov/system/files/136/Paycheck-Protection-Program-Frequently-Asked-Questions.pdf
- Live Webinars funded by SBA "National Crisis-SBA Marketing Flyer-Final" 7(j) Training: https://sba.6connex.com/event/SBA8aVirtual/Attendee/login
Sources Sought Notices
- Coast Guard Personal Protective Equipment https://beta.sam.gov/opp/1603b60bb798455eb19fdaa22c921770/view?keywords=PPE&sort=-%20modifiedDate&index=opp&is_active=true&page=1
- DLA Information Operations is accepting Other Transaction Authority (OTA) whitepapers on the following problem statements that support COVID-19:
- Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Re-Use and Decontamination
- Prototype PPE: N95 Equivalent Masks NOTE: DLA will be reviewing white papers and taking action as they are received due to the critical need for this equipment. The white paper submission period closes May 4, 2020 at 1:00 EDT. The direct link: https://www.dla.mil/HQ/InformationOperations/Accelerate/
- DLA Troop Support Medical Face Shields https://beta.sam.gov/opp/0c910947d1734294a98044ec265aea6f/view?keywords=PPE&sort=- modifiedDate&index=opp&is_active=true&page=3
- DLA Troop Support Clothing & Textile Request for Information for PPE in response to COVID-19 https://beta.sam.gov/opp/c30f925480824861860331bc4108b96f/view#contact
- Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Urgent Need The FAA is seeking to identify suppliers who can provide certain supplies and services related to COVID-19. They have asked that Contractors fill out this market research questionnaire: FAA_COVID-19_Market_Research_Questionnaire. Provide as many responses in the yellow highlighted cells as possible. Email completed questionnaire in Excel format and any other relevant documentation with the Subject: “Company Name_FAA COVID-19 Market Research Questionnaire” to this email address: 9-AFN-ACQ-EM@faa.gov
- FEMA How to Help https://www.fema.gov/coronavirus/how-to-help
- FEMA COVID-19 PPE and Medical Supplies https://beta.sam.gov/opp/3e05e664e606486ca34d1a41b47ff0ff/view?keywords=PPE&sort=- modifiedDate&index=opp&is_active=true&page=1 replaced with *NEW* DLA RFI: https://beta.sam.gov/opp/cf0766e281734dea80bec6678dc786ce/view
- GSA COVID-19 PPE Sources Sought https://feedback.gsa.gov/jfe/form/SV_d5WVJ9fHpsaqI0B
- GSA PPE https://beta.sam.gov/opp/2ef99b823ce64634a5c623ce44ae817e/view?keywords=ppe&sort=- modifiedDate&index=opp&is_active=true&page=1
- Veterans Affairs PPE Items for COVID - 19 https://beta.sam.gov/opp/8e9a8a919f4b4eb48043ab42c476d911/view?keywords=PPE&sort=- modifiedDate&index=opp&is_active=true&page=2
- Department of Health and Human Services’ Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) reaching out through Other Transaction Agreements, BARDA has issued a Broad Agency Announcement for advanced development and licensing of COVID-19 diagnostics, vaccines or medicines https://www.phe.gov/about/amcg/otar/Pages/default.aspx
Virginia/Local Resources:
- Virginia Career Works COVID-19 Workforce Resources https://virginiacareerworks.com/
- Fairfax County: https://fairfaxcountyemergency.wpcomstaging.com/2020/04/14/fairfax-county-announces-small-business-recovery-microloan-fund/
- Manassas, Virginia: https://choosemanassas.org/business-resources-covid19/
- Richmond District Office of the SBA training events: https://www.sba.gov/offices/district/va/richmond
- Virginia SBDC Guide to Conquering A Business Crisis: https://www.virginiasbdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Guide-to-Conquering-a-Business-Crisis-1.pdf
- George Mason University Center for Government Contracting COVID-19 Response Executive Update https://business.gmu.edu/images/GovCon/Website/Center_for_Government_Contracting_COVID-19_Executive_Update.pdf
- Directories and Guides
Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) Compliance
(limited availability, recordings expire 9/30/2023)
- Accounting System Requirements, Contracts Briefs (recorded 8/4/2022, 64 minutes)
- Proposal Adequacy, Monitoring Subcontracts (recorded 8/18/2022, 57 minutes)
- Incurred Cost Submissions (recorded 8/25/2022, 51 minutes)
- Provisional Billing Rates, Public Vouchers, Labor evaluation (recorded 9/1/2022, 57 minutes)
Cybersecurity Compliance (and CMMC)
- Learn about NIST 800-171 requirements (currently applicable to all levels of DoD contractors including - including lower tier subcontractors): https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/sp/800-171/rev-2/final
- Controlled Unclassified information (CUI): https://www.archives.gov/cui
- DoD CUI: https://www.dodcui.mil/Home/DoD-CUI-Registry/
- Training on CUI: https://www.archives.gov/cui/training.html or https://www.dodcui.mil/
- Learn about Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC):
- Utilize Project Spectrum (funded by DoD OSBP to educate small business on CMMC): https://projectspectrum.io/ so you can be ready for future (and some current) contract requirements.
- The Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment: https://dodcio.defense.gov/CMMC/
- Follow the CMMC AB (accreditation body) for news: https://cmmcab.org/
- TO BE COMPLIANT:
- Contact your local PTAC counselor to make sure you understand how it applies to you and the process. Virginia clients email ptac@gmu.edu if you don't know your counselor.
- Create a System Security Plan (SSP) - template available on link #1 above from NIST
- If applicable create a Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) - template available on link #1 from NIST
- Perform your Basic (self) Assessment against NIST 800-171: https://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/pdi/cyber/docs/NIST%20SP%20800-171%20Assessment%20Methodology%20Version%201.2.1%20%206.24.2020.pdf
- Publish your results from the NIST 800-171 Basic (self) Assessment into the Supplier Performance Risk Management System (SPRS): https://www.sprs.csd.disa.mil/
- If applicable, locate an official Certified 3rd Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) to perform a CMMC 2.0 level 2 assessment (get multiple quotes on the open market to see how much it will cost for the assessment): https://cmmcab.org/marketplace/
- CMMC_Level_1_Readiness_Checklist from our colleagues at the Del Mar College PTAC
- CMMC Self Assessment Checklist in Excel including POAM template
- Compliance with DFARS cybersecurity clause training created by the Georgia Tech PTAC: https://gtpac.org/cybersecurity-training-video/
- GENEDGE resources: https://www.genedge.org/resources/cybersecurity-materials/
- Comprehensive blog article with resources: NIST and DFARS and Cyber Compliance (oh my)!
- Cybersecurity update presentation featured at DoD's Beyond Phase II Mentor-Protégé Training Week (BPIIMPTW18) conference in Orlando, August 2018
- Article from National Defense Feb 2019
- Blue Cyber (Air Force cybersecurity education and outreach)
- Center for Development of Security Excellence Training by DCSA
Procurement Storyboard (Courtesy of AFCEA)
At-a-glance of "Bid/No Bid" decision checklist and government needs assessment. Procurement storyboard AFCEA
DIBBS Pocket Guide
DIBBS Pocket Guide: Double-sided flyer contains a wealth of information including acronyms, definitions, an overview of the registration, solicitation search, and quoting processes, and links to additional resources. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is a web-based application that enables the supplier community to search for, view, and submit secure quotes on Request for Quotations (RFQs) for DLA items of supply. Through DIBBS, users can also search for, view, and upload proposals for Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and Invitations for Bid (IFB). Additionally, users can view awards and other procurement information. Link directly to DIBBS: https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/
Sources Sought Guidance
Elements you need to address a Sources Sought. Please read this information to understand how and when to respond. Sources Sought handouts
Personnel Clearances (PCL), Facility Clearances (FCL), and Facility Security Officer (FSO) training
The Department of Defense – Defense Security Services issues the personnel security clearances (PCL) for U.S. citizen employees of a contractor who require access to classified information. Clearances may be at the CONFIDENTIAL, SECRET and TOP SECRET level. Individuals cannot apply for a personnel security clearance application on their own. Rather, the company determines whether an employee will require access to classified information in performance of tasks or services related to the fulfillment of a classified contract. Once the company makes this determination, the individual may be processed for a security clearance. Review the Defense Security Service website of Frequently Asked Questions for additional information: http://www.dss.mil/psmo-i/ps_faqs.html A facility clearance (FCL) is an administrative determination that, from a national security standpoint, a facility is eligible for access to classified information at the same or lower classification category as the clearance being granted. The FCL may be granted at the Confidential, Secret, or Top Secret level. A contractor or prospective contractor cannot apply for its own facility clearance. A procuring activity of the Government, or cleared contractor in the case of subcontracting, may request the clearance when a definite, classified procurement need has been established. Review the Defense Security Service website of Frequently Asked Questions for additional information: http://www.dss.mil/isp/fac_clear/per_sec_clear_proc_faqs.html and the checklist for application: http://www.dss.mil/isp/fac_clear/fac_clear_check.html Facility Security Officers (FSO) are a required to establish and maintain a FCL and information about training to become a certified FSO can be obtained here: https://www.cdse.edu/toolkits/fsos/new-fso.html Additional resources: FAQ on Industrial Security Clearances - Bureau of Diplomatic Security Department of State DCSA Facility and Personnel Clearance Procedures and Requirements
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Registry
Established by Executive Order 13556, the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) program standardizes the way the Executive branch handles unclassified information that requires safeguarding or dissemination controls pursuant to and consistent with law, regulations, and Government-wide policies.
Federal Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Directors Interagency Council (“OSDBU Council”)
The OSDBU Council is an informal organization of Federal small business program officials that exchanges and discusses information on acquisition methods, issues and strategies; small business program initiatives and processes; and small business related outreach events. This interaction enables respective agencies to increase their utilization of small businesses as prime and subcontractors to meet their annual requirements for goods and services. The OSDBU Council is led by the Directors of the Federal OSDBUs who individually work closely with the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, U.S. Small Business Administration, and Heads of Contracting for each agency along with stakeholders in the implementation and execution of the Federal small business contracting programs. The OSDBU Council hosts monthly meetings with agencies rotating as hosts. Contact information for each OSDBU council member is on the Members page.
Joint Venture Guidelines
Here are the Small Business Administration’s rules on 8(a) mentor-protege joint venture agreements - https://www.sba.gov/contracting/government-contracting-programs/8a-business-development-program/about-8a-business-development-program
Small Business Size Standards
Use these tables to determine whether your business is a small business - https://www.sba.gov/contracting/getting-started-contractor/make-sure-you-meet-sba-size-standards.
FSC/PSC Search
You can use this search engine to find Federal Supply Codes and Product Service Codes. These are also needed to complete registration in SAM - http://support.outreachsystems.com/resources/tables/pscs/ The Product and Service Code (PSC) Selection Tool, a tool designed to help you navigate and select PSCs quickly and accurately. - https://psctool.us/
NAICS CODES
Here you can view a guide to finding your NAICS codes. NAICS is the uniform classification system for all contracting activity in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and is needed to register in SAM for federal contracting - https://www.census.gov/naics/ Virginia PTAC blog entry on the topic (recommended reading!): https://virginiaptac.org/ode-to-the-naics-code/
Transition to the new SAM.gov
Federal agencies, in an effort led by the General Services Administration, are combining over 10 disparate databases of procurement, past performance, and vendor information into a cohesive portal with one interface, a single sign-on, better security, and enhanced search functionality. Details on the plan and integration can be found here: https://www.gsa.gov/about-us/organization/federal-acquisition-service/office-of-systems-management/integrated-award-environment-iae/iae-systems-modernization
DSBS (Dynamic Small Business Search) GLS-PRONET Application Login
This site is used to update your Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) profile*. Most information auto populates from SAM.gov but some areas such as Capabilities Narrative, keywords, and past performance must be manually entered by the business owner. DSBS is used by Federal contracting officers, and small business offices, to do market research and is your free advertising to the government and prime buyers. Use this guide to fill in your missing information and keep it current: GLS-PRONET Application Help Document *Note: you must be registered in SAM.gov before you can use the GLS-PRONET Application to edit your DSBS profile
Links
- Procurement
- Center for Development of Security Excellence Training
- CPARS (Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System)
- FedBizOpps is now Contract Opportunities on SAM.gov
- Procurement Storyboard (Courtesy of AFCEA)
- IPP – Web-based vendor invoicing
- WAWF
- National Stock Number (NSN) Lookup
- Dun & Bradstreet
- E-Verify
- Acquisition Central
- The Federal Marketplace
- SBA Small Disadvantaged Business Certificate
- SBA HUBZone Site
- SBA: Small Business Administration Home Page
- How to find your CAGE code
- Doing Business with DoD
- Federal Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Directors Interagency Council (“OSDBU Council”)
- Federal Acquisition Jumpstation
- Virginia Procurement Opportunities (eVA)
- Veteran’s Resource Center
- Center for Veteran’s Enterprise (CVE)
- System for Award Management (SAM)
- Transition to the new SAM.gov
- DSBS (Dynamic Small Business Search) GLS-PRONET Application Login
- Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS)
- Mentor Protégé Program
- Associations
- ChallengeHER Program
- National CyberWatch Center
- Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council – (VMSDC)
- Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
- National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Magazine – Digital (free)
- National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)
- National Contracts Management Association (NCMA)
- American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE)
- Federal Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Directors Interagency Council (“OSDBU Council”)
- Armed Forces Communications Electronics Association (AFCEA)
- Vendor Outreach Resources by Agency
- ChallengeHER Program
- Center for Development of Security Excellence Training
- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- DLA one pager
- DLA Small Business Overview for Vendors (November 2019)
- DLA United States Joint Certification Office
- DLA Basic JCP certification
- DLA Enhanced JCP (EJCP) Needed to sell to DLA
- DLA United States Joint Certification: How to fill out the DD Form 2345 (USA version video)
- DoD Procurement Toolbox – Cybersecurity page
- DTIC Home Page
- General Services Administration (GSA) MAS Roadmap
- General Service Administration (GSA) Vendor Support Center
- General Services Administration’s (GSA) OSBU for National Capital Region
- Homeland Security
- HUD (Housing and Urban Development) Section 3 Opportunities
- Marshall Space Flight Center Procurement Home Page
- Navy On-Line Home Page
- SAF/AQ, Air Force Acquisition
- Federal Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Directors Interagency Council (“OSDBU Council”)
- US-CERT
- Other Small Business Resources
- Virginia Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)
- ChallengeHER Program
- Center for Development of Security Excellence Training
- FedRAMP
- National Center for Veteran Institute for Procurement
- Air Force Small Buisiness
- VDMBE Certifiction Application
- Library of Congress World Wide Web Home Page
- Virginia Procurement Pipeline Database Search
- Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Fairfax County Home Page
- InterCom Virginia
- Virginia’s Center for Innovative Technology
- USAGov
- Small,Woman and Minority Businesses Certification (SWAM)
- Vetbiz.gov
- Virginia’s Department of Business Assistance (VDBA)
- Department of Homeland Security Small Business Office
- Virginia Small Business Development Centers
- BusinessUSA
- DLA Overview for Vendors (June 2016)
- Resource Guide for Small Businesses – Virginia
- Small Business Size Standards
- Small Business Innovation Research
- Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Information
- Government Led Innovation Programs (SBIR/STTR)
- Free Webinars from VIPC (formerly CIT)
- Defense SBIR/STTR Home Page
- Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP) Home Page
- Technical Reporting: The Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC)
- iEdison (NIST) for Invention Reporting
- Export Control
- Federally Funded Research and Development Centers
- SBIR Gateway