Federal Government Contract Information for Women in Business

New Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses in the Construction Industry

Now that the economic stimulus package has been passed they may be more opportunities for women-owned construction businesses.

The Women-Owned Business Contracting Program

In 1994 Congress passed legislation that requires the federal government to award a minimum of 5% of all government-wide contracts to certified women-owned businesses. This goal has never once been met. Why are women not getting more government contract awards?

Self-Certification of Women-Owned Businesses

Can I self-certify as a women-owned business?

The Central Contracting Registry: 101

If you plan to do business with the U.S. Federal Government, you must first be registered with the Central Contracting Registry (CCR). FAQs including: What is the CCR? Pre-requisites, how much does it cost?

Tips for Women Business Owners Applying for Federal Governmen…

The Small Business Administration (SBA) has proposed changes that will make it even tougher for women to get Federal contracts. If the new SBA rulings take effect, women will receive special consideration in only four out of the nearly 2,000 industry categories. Bidding competition for Federal contracts is fierce, so don’t expect to be awarded every contract you apply for. But you can in…

SBA Proposes Stricter Standards for Women Business Owners

Proposed by the Small Business Administration will hurt women business owners. The new rules will adversely affect women business owners from procuring Federal contracts in nearly 2,000 industries.