Most small business owners hear "government contracting" and immediately think Washington D.C. and SAM.gov. But the truth is, state and local governments collectively spend hundreds of billions of dollars every year on contracts — and the competition at that level is significantly less fierce than at the federal level. Your city, your county, your state — they all need vendors. They all have procurement offices. And they all have set-aside programs designed specifically for small, minority, women-owned, and disadvantaged businesses.

Local and state certifications are often faster to obtain, easier to maintain, and can generate contract revenue while you're still building toward your first federal award. For many of our clients, local contracts are where they get their first wins, build their past performance, and gain the confidence to pursue bigger federal opportunities. GC Advising helps you pursue both — simultaneously and strategically.