Government Contracting

NAWBO advocates for increased federal procurement for women business owners. Use the information on this page to launch your own business into government contracting.

Articles

How to Begin Government Contracting: find out what it takes to start doing business with the federal government
Federal Contracting for Those Who Won’t Take No for an Answer: get motivated to make connections
Five Tips for Making Contracting Connections: attend the OSDBU Conference and start winning contracts

Peer to Peer Resources

NAWBO's Economic Development Forum: learn strategies from experienced women business owners

Certification

Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC): find out how to become WBE certified

Essential Web Sites

WomenBiz.gov: locate resources just for women-owned businesses doing business with the government
- WomenBiz.gov en Español
Central Contractor Registration (CCR): register here in order to be awarded a contract from the government
General Services Administration (GSA): learn basic information on schedules program
Federal Procurement Data System: find details on contract spending
Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps): discover available contracts
HUB Zone program: take advantage of federal contracting resources for distressed communities
SUB-Net: search posted notices of subcontracting opportunities
TECH-Net,: search for small high-tech businesses seeking contracting opportunities
GSA Office of Small Business Utilization: view the educational event calendar
Department of Defence Procurement Technical Assistance Centers: locate a center near you