federal spending

Other Transactions (OTs): The $18.3 Billion Market Every Federal Contractor Should Understand

2026-07-08T11:39:25-04:00July 8th, 2026|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting|Tags: , , |

Other Transactions have evolved over the years from a niche acquisition tool into a more mainstream procurement strategy for acquiring innovative technologies across industries. While they account for a little more than 2% of the total federal obligation, their importance, along with recent acquisition reforms, will likely lead to an increase in the use of OTs over the years.

FY25 Federal Spending Trends: Small Business Awards Decline Despite Market Growth

2026-05-27T13:21:22-04:00May 27th, 2026|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting|Tags: , , , |

While the data shows an increase in small businesses and a growth in federal spending in FY25, this does not automatically translate into growth for small businesses in the federal contracting space. In FY25, $172.6B was awarded to 76,509 small businesses - a decline of $4B from FY24

Behind the Numbers: The Growing Role of GSA Schedules and GWACs in Federal Procurement

2025-09-11T11:51:46-04:00August 11th, 2025|Categories: Federal, Government Contracting|Tags: , , , |

A data analysis showing the quiet shift over the years to an increased use of GSA schedules and GWACs/IDIQs.