Beginner's Guide to Government Contracting

Learn how to do business with federal, state, and local government agencies and position your business for contracting success.

Discover how to:

• Identify agencies that buy your products or services
• Classify your business using NAICS codes and SBA size standards
• Register and navigate SAM.gov
• Find contracting and subcontracting opportunities

Explore the benefits of government contracting, including access to a stable market and small business set-aside programs.

Learn about key certification programs:

• 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB/EDWOSB
• Veteran-Owned & Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
• State of Texas HUB Program

Get tips on best practices, common mistakes to avoid, and how to prepare your business for success.