Customer Rating: Summary: This is a super resource for one dealing with the Federal Gov't Comment: As a contracting official with the feds, I have found that this is a super resource for someone who wants to or is already dealing with the Federal Gov't in the contracting arena. You can't go wrong with this book. Keep it handy, you will not regret having it on your desktop. Customer Rating: Summary: The 1st book you should read about Contracting!! Comment: Having had several months of government contracting experience prior to reading, I found that this book covers its bases very well, explains all necessary concepts clearly (elaborating where necessary and with precise examples), and solidifies the structural framework of how contracting works. I would definitely not group this book with the "--- for Dummies" books, which are often vague and leave you lingering with questions. Written from the ground up; great as a fundamentals book for the seasoned contractor or as a starting block for those considering/beginning in the field. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Customer Rating: Summary: Great Book Comment: This book has really terrific info on all the red tape you'll have to cut to make it as a government contractor! Customer Rating: Summary: From the Horse's Mouth - Where's the Best Value Comment: Currently a member of the Federal Acquisition workforce, I see this book covers the gamut, as we know it. Particularly impressive is its coverage of GSA. GSA is a prime Federal market research tool. This can give prospective contractors an idea of what government organizations regularly buy, and government contacts for soliciting business.
As an insider, there does still exist widespread indirect nepotism; cronyism; military who roll into contracts, and other versions of same (so much so that various government bodies such as Government Accounting Office handle contests of unfair play), so the better you know the rules of the game, the better your chances of getting in and getting your fair play of public funds. Government is pro small business; however, you have to slog thru bureaucracy, and that means having the information to even get started and what to do. The driving force is supposed to be acquiring the "best value" for public funds for a requirement. This book can be a map to help you on your journey to propose how you can get the job done. If you know where you want to go, pick up this map, and get the edge to get there.
Customer Rating: Summary: Govt Contracting 123 Comment: Very informative and a useful tool for anyone interested in selling to the federal government.
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