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We’re looking forward to seeing the Austin GovCon community next week.

Join Teresa Moon, FORUM, and Parabilis on Thursday, November 12, for the next stop of the GovCom Road Show.

Make time for two panels, lunch, and new connections.

Register before next Thursday: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #GovConEvents

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Cybersecurity compliance remains a business expense defense contractors need to plan for.

CMMC Phase 2 was originally scheduled to begin November 10, but its implementation has been suspended. Existing Phase 1 requirements remain in place.

For contractors, that means continuing to budget for the work needed to maintain compliance, including remediation, security tools, staff time, and outside support.

Those expenses can put pressure on cash flow well before revenue from a new contract arrives.

Understanding the costs and when they’re due can help you plan ahead.

#CMMC #DefenseContracting #GovCon #Cybersecurity

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What’s next for your business in FY27? Whether you’re preparing for a new contract, adding staff, or reviewing your funding needs, we’d welcome a conversation.

Let’s talk: [email protected] | https://t.co/32kybx3tHw

#Parabilis #GovCon #SmallBusinessSupport

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One week out!

The GovCom Road Show continues in Austin next Thursday. Join us for two panels on tech innovation and R&D funding, with lunch and networking.

Hosted by @FORUM, presented by @Parabilis.

Register today: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #FederalContracting

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Federal scrutiny of the 8(a) program is expanding.

Washington Technology reports that GSA and SBA are auditing 689 firms suspended from the program after SBA found they had not demonstrated compliance.
The review examines contracts awarded to those firms, with suspected fraud referred to the Department of Justice.

For small contractors, this is a reminder to keep eligibility documentation current and maintain clear records supporting contract performance and subcontracting arrangements.

Read the full article: GSA, SBA target more 8(a) firms for audits - Washington Technology

#GovCon #8aProgram #FederalContracting #SmallBusiness #Compliance

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Last Thursday, Teresa Moon sat down with Marsha Lindquist, Strategic Pricing Leader and Founder of Granite Leadership Strategies, for Episode 104 of Spilling the Tea on GovCon.

Are you pricing to win the next contract or to build a sustainable business?

Marsha explains how strategic pricing differs from the traditional Price to Win approach, why competing on price alone can hurt profitability, and how to communicate the value your company brings to a customer.

She also shares practical guidance for evaluating risk and building a strategic pricing plan for your next bid.

Watch the latest and all previous episode here:The Price That Wins: Strategic Pricing in GovCon | Spilling the Tea on GovCon Ep. 104 - YouTube

#SpillingTheTeaOnGovCon #GovCon #StrategicPricing #SmallBusiness #FederalContracting

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The conversations continue beyond the panels.

Join Teresa Moon, FORUM, and Parabilis on November 12 for lunch and networking with the GovCon community at Station Austin.

Meet potential partners, reconnect with colleagues, and help us close out the next stop of the Road Show.

Reserve your spot: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #Networking

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With Election Day behind us, federal contractors are watching the December 11 government funding deadline.

Congress must pass a funding agreement or another continuing resolution. For contractors, the uncertainty makes it important to review award timelines, confirm contract funding, and prepare for potential delays.

Our latest roundtable episode covers what the election results could mean for funding, awards, and cash flow.

Watch the full conversation: link in the comments.

#GovCon #LameDuck #GovernmentFunding #CashFlow

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Today is Election Day. As voters decide the next Congress, the current Congress still faces a December 11 funding deadline.

In its analysis, Holland & Knight highlights a crowded post-election agenda. Full-year appropriations, another continuing resolution, or a mix of both remain possible.

For small federal contractors, the takeaway is straightforward: election results alone won’t resolve funding uncertainty. Keep award dates and cash-flow forecasts under review as Congress returns to negotiations.

Read the full article here: Beyond the Midterms: Congress Faces Converging Year-End Deadlines

#GovCon #FederalContracting #SmallBusiness #ElectionDay

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Two panels will lead the conversation at our Austin stop:

• Silicon Hills Meets the Beltway: Tech Innovation Driving Federal & State Contracts
• The “Dual-Use” Goldmine: Funding your R&D via Army Futures Command T2Com

Join Teresa Moon, FORUM, and Parabilis on November 12.

Register here: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #Innovation

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Ten days until the Austin stop of the GovCom Road Show.

If government contracting is part of your growth plans, join us November 12 for discussions on technology, federal and state contracts, and R&D funding.

Hosted by FORUM, presented by Parabilis.

Register here: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #BusinessGrowth

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Tomorrow is Election Day. For federal contractors, attention will soon turn to the December 11 government funding deadline.

The current continuing resolution expires that day, leaving the outgoing Congress responsible for reaching a funding agreement before the new Congress takes office in January.

Over the next several weeks, watch for progress on full-year appropriations, proposals for another extension, and signs that negotiations could carry into the new year.

Those decisions matter for contract timing, hiring plans, and cash flow. Later this week, we’ll discuss what the election results could mean for your business.

#GovCon #Midterms2026 #FederalContracting #ContinuingResolution

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Spilling the Tea on GovCon brings practical insight to business leaders navigating federal contracting.

Join Teresa Moon as she talks with attorneys, CEOs, acquisition professionals, and small business experts about the topics that matter to GovCons:

Cash flow and funding
Compliance
Scaling past the first award
Leadership advice

Episode 104 with Marsha Lindquist was released last Thursday. Catch the latest conversation or explore past episodes for advice you can put to work in your business.

Listen and subscribe here: Parabilis Presents: Spilling the Tea on GovCon!

#SpillingTheTeaOnGovCon #GovCon #GovConPodcast #Parabilis #FederalContracting

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Make room on your November calendar for the GovCom Road Show.

November 12 | 10 AM–3 PM
Station Austin | 701 Brazos Street

Join Teresa Moon of Parabilis and FORUM as we approach the next stop in Austin. Two panels and lunch included.

Reserve your spot: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #FederalContracting

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December 11 is an important funding deadline for federal contractors.

The government is operating under a continuing resolution that expires December 11, 2026, generally maintaining prior-year funding levels and limiting new program starts.

Small contractors should use this time to review contract funding and prepare for potential delays:

* Identify awards and contract actions that depend on FY27 funding.
* Review incrementally funded contracts and confirm how long available funding will support performance.
* Seek written direction from your contracting officer before continuing work affected by a funding lapse.
* Assess how delayed awards or payments could affect cash flow and upcoming expenses.

Addressing these questions now gives your team more time to prepare as the deadline approaches.

Check out the full article here: https://t.co/1W24Egv1qi

#GovCon #SmallBusiness #FederalBudget #ContinuingResolution #FederalContracting

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Two weeks until the next stop.

The GovCom Road Show heads to Austin on November 12. Join us for two panels, lunch, and time to connect with industry colleagues.

Hosted by FORUM, presented by Parabilis, from 10 AM–3 PM at Station Austin.

Register today: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #GovConEvents

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Federal contractors are planning for the months ahead while funding questions remain unresolved.

With the calendar’s December 11 funding deadline about six weeks away, take time to review how a disruption could affect your contracts, payment schedules, and payroll.

A few priorities:

• Confirm the funding status of your active contracts.
• Update cash flow projections to account for possible payment delays.
• Review how long available cash can cover payroll and operating expenses.
• Discuss financing needs early to allow time to evaluate your options.

Our CR Survival Checklist can help guide that review. Find the link in the comments.

#GovCon #FederalContracting #ContinuingResolution #CashFlow

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Price too low once in federal contracting.

Every agency downstream will expect the same number.

Marsha Lindquist joins Parabilis on Spilling the Tea on GovCon to break down strategic pricing in a fixed-price world.

https://t.co/uFjZYxlenC

#GovCon #StrategicPricing

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Looking into funding for your R&D?

The Austin stop features “The ‘Dual-Use’ Goldmine: Funding your R&D via Army Futures Command T2Com.”

Join Teresa Moon, FORUM, and Parabilis on November 12 at Station Austin for this discussion and more.

Register here: Austin registration

#GovCon #GovComRoadShow #Austin #ResearchAndDevelopment

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SBA’s proposed changes would consolidate nearly 1,000 size standards into 338 broader categories and raise thresholds in many industries, potentially allowing larger firms to compete for small-business set-asides.

For federal contractors, the impact will depend on their NAICS codes. Firms near existing size limits could gain eligibility, while smaller businesses could face larger competitors.

Current standards remain in effect until a final rule is issued. Contractors should continue using those standards for their SAM representations while reviewing how the proposal could affect their eligibility and competition.

Comments close November 20, 2026. Review the proposed changes for your NAICS codes and consider submitting feedback.

Check out the full article here: https://t.co/B2xJZ5NMom

#GovCon #SmallBusiness #SizeStandards #SBA #FederalContracting