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Compliance

SAM.gov registration, ITAR, SDVOSB eligibility, and the compliance requirements that protect your awards.

CPARS ratings: what they mean, how they're determined, and what you can do about them
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CPARS ratings: what they mean, how they're determined, and what you can do about them

A single Marginal rating can follow your firm for years. Here is how CPARS works, how to dispute inaccurate ratings, and how to build a past performance narrative that survives scrutiny.

May 1, 2025·8 min read
A lapsed SAM.gov registration can disqualify you after you submit. Here's how to prevent it.
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A lapsed SAM.gov registration can disqualify you after you submit. Here's how to prevent it.

The registration lapse window is the most preventable disqualifier in federal contracting. Here is the exact renewal process and the early-warning system you need.

April 22, 2025·5 min read
SAM.gov registration guide: how to register, renew, and stay compliant
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SAM.gov registration guide: how to register, renew, and stay compliant

SAM.gov registration is the prerequisite for every federal contract. Here is exactly how to register, what to do when it lapses, and how to maintain your record between renewals.

July 14, 2025·9 min read
ITAR compliance for federal contractors: what SDVOSBs must know
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ITAR compliance for federal contractors: what SDVOSBs must know

ITAR violations carry criminal penalties. Most small contractor violations are not intentional — they result from not knowing what triggers compliance obligations. Here is what does.

July 21, 2025·10 min read
SAM.gov Registration: Your Gateway to Federal Contracts
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SAM.gov Registration: Your Gateway to Federal Contracts

Everything you need to complete your SAM.gov registration correctly, avoid the most common errors, and keep your record active between renewals.

June 2026·7 min read
DUNS Number: Getting Your Business Registered with Dun and Bradstreet
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DUNS Number: Getting Your Business Registered with Dun and Bradstreet

The DUNS number has been replaced by the UEI for federal contracting — here is what changed, what you still need, and how to manage your business identity in SAM.gov.

June 2026·5 min read
SAM.gov Renewal and Maintenance: Keep Your Registration Current
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SAM.gov Renewal and Maintenance: Keep Your Registration Current

SAM.gov registrations must be renewed annually. Here is the renewal process, what changes require an immediate update, and how to avoid the lapse that disqualifies your bids.

June 2026·5 min read