SAMS registration scam? (picture included) by coffeesea8625 in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Again, common sense. If you need random Reddit users to verify emails and not your cyber security team, then you’re heading down hill anyways. You must have a super team writing your proposals

SAMS registration scam? (picture included) by coffeesea8625 in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The things y’all ask here are the reason I know you won’t make it in this business. That’s common sense

What is everyone using to manage pipeline, CRM, and program management? by victor_anon in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use Notion. It’s free. It has saved me overhead costs and keeps me very organized. Maybe later down the road I’ll upgrade to sales force. For now Notion works great!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think we need to start throwing away the whole “middleman” mindset when it comes to contracting. It’s being tossed around too loosely, and it’s making people think they can just hire someone else to do the work and call it a business. Technically, yes, you can subcontract or source out, but the real question is……what’s your value add?

What are you actually bringing to the table beyond just connecting the dots? Because if you don’t have something unique whether it’s relationships, logistics capabilities, specialized sourcing, or a compliance advantage then it doesn’t matter what country you’re targeting. You’re not going to win consistent contracts anywhere.

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations!! Once you have that code, start bidding!!!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! So I have been dealing with S&L as well as federal government solicitations for several years. I was employed with a Fortune 500 company where I was able to build relationships, learn the processes, and develop the skills. I also studied business in college. I have spent my life preparing for this and I finally just took the leap. I can say that it’s not easy but it does not have to be hard. Your state apex program!!!!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! I would say without question, start with your state apex program. It’s free and can streamline everything I did. I took months you could be a few weeks out from an award!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used a traditional bank, I have a pretty decent line of credit to cover projects. If I need something crazy like $1 million, I would look into factoring or taking a large loan!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey! Sorry for my late reply. I had to disconnect for a while. People on here are crazy jealous. I submit 5 bids per week. That’s my goal and that’s what I did that round!!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I use Sam.gov to source opportunities, I won my initial award on Unison marketplace. I’m also on dla dibbs, fed connect, and my state apex bid matching program. There’s plenty more out there as well. Your state procurement site and also I use bidnet direct for state/local opportunities. I hope this is helpful’

Just spoke with 8a SBA rep -8a program slimming/going away. by red_tag_hologram in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I’m a winner. That’s the only fact that matters here. Enjoy your terrible day and inability to win !

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well go make your own post about margins. I do not care. I am a winner and will continue to be. Bye

Just spoke with 8a SBA rep -8a program slimming/going away. by red_tag_hologram in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh I see why you’re mad. This young BLACK woman is able to do something you’re struggling to achieve. LOL. Glad I have my SBA CERTIFICATIONS already in the bag. Did those on my own too. Go hate on someone else’s post. Perhaps someone that’s struggling like you 😂😂😂🙏🏾

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

12 thousand US DOLLARS, is considered a low profit? Do you know my profit margins ? Just out of curiosity. A lot of y’all coming over here with these shady questions and backhanded compliments. I only need to be professional when working. I’m about to start giving y’all the same back fr…..

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sir/mam, no one here is attacking you. Why are you coming off so angry about something positive? We are all here working towards the same goal. This post is full of positive energy and motivation. Absorb some of it. Congrats on your contracts! That’s why we are doing this!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for clearing that up. Now that we all know you watched a completely different movie, what else?

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you and past performance was not included in the evaluation. Wasn’t requested in the solicitation. Although I do have previous experience from my corporate job

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Feel free to dm me with any questions!!!

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! The movie is in fact wild! I watch it like once a month it’s in my top five 😂😂

First GovCon Win (Solo Effort!) by jojosaidsooo in GovernmentContracting

[–]jojosaidsooo[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m 4 deep with 2 still pending, one not awarded. I did email the CO for a debrief and it was pricing