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No — you can compete for many open competitions with just a UEI and active SAM.gov registration. That said, set-aside certifications (8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, SDVOSB, MBE) shrink the pool of competitors dramatically and are often the fastest path to a first win. We'll tell you honestly which ones are worth your time.

It varies by industry and readiness. Businesses that arrive registered and certified often land a subcontract within 3–6 months; a first prime contract typically takes longer. The readiness quiz gives you a realistic picture of where you stand today.

We compress the learning curve: registrations and certifications done right the first time, positioning that speaks to procurement officers, opportunity targeting that fits your capacity, and proposal support that makes your bids competitive. You run your business — we handle the pathway.

Yes. Federal agencies are required to set aside a significant share of contracting dollars specifically for small businesses, and additional pools for minority-, women-, veteran-, and HUBZone-owned firms. Those set-asides are exactly where small businesses win.

The first consultation is always free, and the readiness quiz is free. After that, we offer project-based engagements and monthly advisory retainers sized to your stage. We'll recommend the smallest engagement that gets you moving.

Often, yes. Teaming with an experienced prime is one of the fastest ways to build the past performance that prime contracts demand. We help you decide — and build the relationships — during the strategy phase.