In this episode, we discuss updates to the Procurement Innovation Lab since our original discussion (back in Episode 43).  The PIL also published a Yearbook (for the first time ever!) from this past year which we discuss and is linked below. Listen in to see what those updates are and why you should be tuned in!

PIL 2022 Yearbook

Citizant, Inc.; Steampunk, Inc. Protest

In this episode, we held our in-person event! We had a panel to discuss the current restrictions held on Women Owned Small Businesses. Panelists for this event include professionals from every realm of the GovCon community which bring lots of expertise, insight and a lively discussion. Listen in! 

In this episode, we discuss the proposed changes to the 8(a) sole source threshold. Listen in as we consider the changes from all three perspectives of legal, procurement and small business. 

In this episode, we discuss the proposed changes to the 8 (a) program and the ramp up time. If these changes are implemented, it would allow the vendors an actual ramp up period before the clock starts ticking on their 8(a) program participation. Listen in to hear more and what this could mean for vendors. 

In this episode, we discuss the different agreements between prime contractors, subcontractors and all levels in between and who has privity of contract. Listen in as we examine each tier within contacting to understand this concept further. 

In this episode, Nicole and Aubrey discuss training that would educate Contracting Officers and benefit Woman Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). However we uncover a key part of the WOSB that surprises both of us. Listen in and let us know if you have the same reactions we did.

Link to GAO Report referenced in episode: https://smallbusiness.house.gov/calendar/eventsingle.aspx?EventID=2536

In this episode, we have Phill Thomas, CEO of Innovate! Inc to share his experiences as a small business contractor. Phill talks about the growth of the company, what surprised him about GovCon at different stages of his company’s growth, transitioning from subcontractor to prime contractor and lessons learned. Listen in! 

In this episode, we have Ken Bricker back with us to discuss estimating system compliance. He also covers some of the 9 Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) exemptions and workflows for compliance. Listen in today! 

In this episode, we have guest Ken Bricker on with us to discuss and explain the intricacies behind accounting systems. Ken guides us through the administration, compliance and audits so don’t miss out on this episode!