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🚨 A major change in federal cybersecurity quietly took place. The General Services Administration, which handles government purchasing, has updated its IT security rules to match the Department of Defense’s strict CMMC standards. For federal contractors, simply checking boxes isn’t enough. 🛡️

If you work with Controlled Unclassified Information, strong security is now a must for government contracts. The GSA now expects Zero Trust principles 🔒, including proof of encryption, multi-factor authentication, and ongoing monitoring. This change also carries legal risks ⚖️ if you can't demonstrate real compliance, your company could face lawsuits under the False Claims Act.

📑 The GSA now requires CMMC-level security documentation for contracts with civilian agencies.
⏱️ These compliance requirements apply right away to new contract opportunities and awards.
⚠️ Federal contractors now face greater legal risk if they misrepresent their cybersecurity readiness.
✅ Zero Trust data principles are no longer just a best practice; they're now required as the standard.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilsayegh/2026/02/07/a-quiet-policy-shift-just-redefined-entire-federal-cybersecurity-landscape/
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Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2026-02-27 · 11:09 UTC

Your ENTRY into small business FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING. Venues you may wish to consider and how to assess your potential entry points.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2026/02/27/your-entry-points-into-small-business-federal-government-contracting-2/
#SmallBusiness #FederalContracting #EntryPoints

#smallbusiness #federalcontracting #entrypoints

Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2026-01-05 · 11:22 UTC

Small businesses will encounter the need to TEAM WITH INDUSTRY PARTNERS in federal government contracting. Be prepared for the challenges and the risks.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2026/01/05/managing-teaming-relationship-risk-in-small-business-federal-government-contracting/
#Smallbusiness #FederalContracting #IndustryTeaming

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Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2025-12-18 · 11:34 UTC

ROLLBACK OF POLICIES - Certain small business sectors such as veteran-owned firms are expected to benefit but others such as 8(a) and other socio-economic categories will suffer.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2025/12/18/small-businesses-face-upheaval-under-the-government-acquisition-overhaul-and-agency-cuts/
#SmallBusiness #FederalContracting #PolicyRollbacks

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Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2025-10-27 · 10:01 UTC

COMPARE COMMERCIAL SMALL BUSINESS TO FEDERAL CONTRACTING for commercial and federal government pursuits or starting an enterprise involving both venues.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2025/10/27/comparing-your-commercial-small-business-to-federal-government-contracting/
#smallbusiness #CompareTo #FederalContracting

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Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2025-09-11 · 10:42 UTC

Federal Government Contracting CUSTOMER RELATIONS. Understanding the roles, responsibilities and authorities for the principal personnel with whom the contractor must do business.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2025/09/11/federal-government-contracting-customer-relations-2/
#FederalContracting #CRM

#federalcontracting #crm

Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2025-07-16 · 10:57 UTC

PRICING Service Contracts WITH CREDIBILITY in Small Business Federal Government Contracting may be the winning element in the source selection equation.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2025/07/16/pricing-service-contracts-with-credibility-in-small-business-federal-government-contracting-2/
#smallbusiness #federalcontracting #pricingwithcredibility

#smallbusiness #federalcontracting #pricingwithcredibility

Ken Larson @[email protected] · 2025-05-27 · 10:41 UTC

MANAGING RISK in small federal government contracting business system development - Insuring wise business system development decisions, specific to your company.
https://rosecoveredglasses.wordpress.com/2025/05/27/managing-risk-in-small-federal-government-contracting-business-system-development/
#smallbusiness #federalcontracting #businesssystems

#smallbusiness #federalcontracting #businesssystems

JB aka J Lee @[email protected] · 2025-02-27 · 22:42 UTC

Important GSA Schedule Refresh 24 deadline approaches! Key changes affect drone suppliers and packaging requirements. #GSACompliance #GovContracts #FederalContracting #DroneTech #Sustainability https://buff.ly/41IQQOJ

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JB aka J Lee @[email protected] · 2025-02-27 · 22:42 UTC

Important GSA Schedule Refresh 24 deadline approaches! Key changes affect drone suppliers and packaging requirements. #GSACompliance #GovContracts #FederalContracting #DroneTech #Sustainability https://buff.ly/41IQQOJ

#gsacompliance #govcontracts #federalcontracting #dronetech #sustainability

JB aka J Lee @[email protected] · 2025-02-27 · 22:42 UTC

Important GSA Schedule Refresh 24 deadline approaches! Key changes affect drone suppliers and packaging requirements. #GSACompliance #GovContracts #FederalContracting #DroneTech #Sustainability https://buff.ly/41IQQOJ

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