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Tracking Terminations Under DOGE: An Update (Part 2)

As of April 16th, 2025, significant changes are continuing to occur in the realm of government contracting. Not only are the contracts currently awarded being impacted, but also the future methods of awarding contracts, workforce reductions, and the ongoing ...

2025-06-04T12:35:47-04:00April 25th, 2025|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting|Tags: , , , , , |

FEMA’s Future: Why Emergency Management Contractors Need a State and Local Strategy

In its first two months, the Trump administration issued two executive orders with the potential to significantly alter the landscape of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): "Achieving Efficiency Through State and Local Preparedness" and “Council to Assess the ...

2025-05-21T13:47:28-04:00April 23rd, 2025|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting, SLED|Tags: , , , , , |

Webinar Recap: Beyond the Bid – EdTech Industry Insights That Win

If you're in public sector sales and feel like you’re constantly chasing bids that already favor your competitors, you’re not alone. Paige Mockler, GovSpend’s Director of Relationship Management & Revenue Recovery, recently hosted the first session in our Beyond ...

2025-05-21T13:47:30-04:00April 21st, 2025|Categories: Government Contracting, SLED|Tags: , , |

Webinar Recap: A Contractor’s Guide to Surviving 2025

As federal contractors enter a new era marked by unprecedented volatility and shifting government priorities—driven in part by new mandates from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)—2025 is already proving to be a defining year. In a recent webinar ...

Marketplace Interview: How DEI Actions Could Impact Minority Contractors

 In a time when political uncertainty is high and agency priorities are shifting, GovSpend remains grounded in the belief that data is impartial and essential when seeking truth. As government transparency and efficiency continue to dominate the conversation, we ...

2025-05-21T13:47:33-04:00April 11th, 2025|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting, GovSpend News|Tags: , , , , , |

The Impact of Women-Owned Small Businesses on Federal Contracting in FY ‘24

March is Women's History Month, a time to honor the incredible achievements of women. I was curious as to how this celebration came about and was surprised to read that the observance has its roots in Santa Rosa, California, ...

Federal Contract Cancellations Under Three Administrations: A Data-Driven Analysis

Tracking federal contract cancellations is a key part of understanding how new administrations reshape government spending. As policy priorities shift, so do procurement strategies—often leading to increased contract terminations and stop work orders. This blog marks the beginning of ...

Case Study: Consumer Goods Company Uses GovSpend to Track Distribution, Build Relationships, Win More

Nathan S. is the National Accounts Manager for the Business Solutions division of a multinational consumer goods company headquartered in the United Kingdom, specializing in health, hygiene and nutrition products. In a recent conversation with GovSpend, he defined how ...

2025-05-21T13:47:39-04:00March 17th, 2025|Categories: Case Study, Government Contracting, SLED|Tags: , |

Tracking the Terminations and Stop Work Orders Under DOGE (Part 1)

On January 20th, 2025, the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was established by an executive order called “ Establishing and Implementing the President’s Department of Government Efficiency”.  In terms of structure, this EO renames the United States Digital Service ...

2025-06-04T12:44:14-04:00March 5th, 2025|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting|Tags: , , , , , |