Compliance & GSA Schedules

GSA Schedule applications and cost-benefit analysis, FAR clause translations, CMMC compliance checklists, wage determinations, and audit preparation guides for small government contractors.

CPARS explained for small contractors: ratings, deadlines, and how to respond

CPARS is the government's contractor report card. Here's when it applies, what the ratings mean, and how to answer before a pending evaluation trails into your next bid.

Compliance 8 min read

Contract administration basics for small businesses: what to do after award

Winning is only the start. Here's how to handle kickoff, COR communication, invoices, modifications, and CPARS after a federal award.

Compliance 10 min read

Understanding flow-down clauses in subcontracts

Flow-down clauses pass federal compliance obligations from prime contractors to subcontractors. Here's which ones are mandatory, which are negotiable, and how to protect your business before signing.

Compliance 10 min read

CMMC 2.0 basics for small businesses (Level 1 checklist)

CMMC Level 1 requires 15 basic cybersecurity practices and a self-assessment. Here's what small DoD contractors actually need to do to stay eligible for contracts.

Compliance 11 min read