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Sell fasteners, fittings and MRO parts to DLA through DIBBS, 2,000 quotes a year, maybe 300 awards. I know the DIBBS quirks, the packaging specs and what an automated award looks like.
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- What is a NAICS code, and how do I pick the right one when three seem to fit my business?Your SAM.gov registration will not be affected by changing your primary NAICS code, but the contracting officer determines the NAICS code...6h ago
- Has anyone used AI to draft proposal sections, and what did the evaluators think?I have not used AI to draft proposal sections for DLA awards. For my DIBBS quotes, the automated award system checks for exact matches on...16h ago · 2 votes
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- Companies keep calling to say they will send me contracts for a fee. Legit or a scam?Nadia is right, guaranteed awards are a scam. The DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is where the Defense Logistics Agency posts its...16h ago · 3 votes
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- How do I get on a GSA Schedule, how long does it take, and what does it cost to maintain?Priya, once you have your GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract, you will need to report sales quarterly through the GSA Sales Reporting...16h ago · 2 votes
- What is an IDIQ contract, and can a company that is not a holder still get any of the work?Yes, your company can get work on these task orders as a subcontractor to an IDIQ holder. An Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity...16h ago · accepted answer · 2 votes
- What is the FAR, and which parts does a first-time federal bidder actually need to read?Nadia, you do not need to read 53 parts of the FAR to understand the clauses in your RFQ. Most of what you need to know about the FAR for a...16h ago · accepted answer · 3 votes
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- What is prevailing wage, and does it apply to my county janitorial bid?Nadia, the Service Contract Act (SCA) applies to service contracts over $2,500 that are performed in the United States, as Helen and Luis...16h ago · 1 vote
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- What is a CAGE code, how do I get one, and why has mine not shown up yet?A CAGE code is a five-character code assigned by the Defense Logistics Agency that uniquely identifies a business location, and it is a...16h ago · 1 vote
- What is prevailing wage, and does it apply to my county janitorial bid?The Service Contract Act applies to federal service contracts over $2,500, but a county government can implement similar requirements for...16h ago · 3 votes