Government Contracting 101

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE Channel! Get CERTIFIED: Become a certified GovClose Advisor and Earn up to $400K a year as a freelance GOVERNMENT CONTRACT CONSULTANT HIRE An Expert: Hire one of our certified advisors to optimize your approach to federal sales and win more contracts. Full, Part Time & project based options available. Follow me on Linkedin! In this special episode of the DOD Contract Academy podcast, we provide a comprehensive Q&A session originally aired live on YouTube.   The episode addresses key questions and strategies for navigating government contracts, particularly for those new to the field or considering a consulting career in the government space.   Topics include using USAspending.gov for market research, understanding the importance of NAICS codes, finding out if the government buys what you sell, and initial steps for small businesses looking to enter government contracting. A   Additional advice is given on finding niches, understanding competition, and the timeline for securing government contracts.   00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:45 Starting with Government Contracting 01:30 Understanding Government Spending 02:12 Using USA Spending and NAICS Codes 04:10 Registering Your Business 04:49 Exploring Government Contracting Careers 05:46 Finding Your Niche