Essential Links
Welcome to the Essential Links page for government contracting. We have put together a comprehensive list of sites and downloadable resources that will assist you in the pursuit of government contracts.
Click on the topics below to jump to the applicable section:
General Contracting Resources | Research Resources | Contracting News | Solicitations, Awards, and Contracts
International Business Resources | Training and Networking | Acquisition Forecasts Websites | Nebraska Resources
Nebraska Purchasing | DLA Small Business Downloads
General Contracting Resources
Dunn and Bradstreet Number (DUNS)
System for Award Management (SAM)
Small Business Administration (SBA)
General Services Administration (GSA)
The GSA provides workplaces for government buildings by purchasing and leasing commercial real estate, as well as doing business with construction, engineering, architecture, janitorial, and other industries.
Primary portal for Federal Government procurement opportunities.
Small Business guide to Contracting Opportunities
This guide from the U.S. Small Business Administration provides information on programs that help small businesses successfully compete for federal contracting opportunities. Includes tutorials on how the federal government buys and provides an overview on regulations, policies, and best practices.
Helpful how-tos from the Small Business Administration about a variety of topics.
Information about the HUBZone program, how to qualify, and how to get certified.
How to Sell to the Federal Government
GSA is the federal government’s business manager and buyer. GSA offers businesses the opportunity to sell billions of dollars’ worth of products and services to federal agencies through contract vehicles.
This video provides a step-by-step guide on how government contractors can achieve compliance with the cybersecurity requirements established by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), specifically Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clause 252.204-7012, entitled “Safeguarding Covered Defense Information and Cyber Incident Reporting.”
Federal Supply Codes Class (FSC)
Four digit codes that group products into logical categories for management purposes.
About the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
SBA Office of Government Contracting
The Office of Government Contracting (GC) works to create an environment for maximum participation by small, disadvantaged, and woman-owned businesses in federal government contract awards and large prime subcontract awards. GC advocates on behalf of small business in the federal procurement world.
Small Business Federal Government Contracting
A free website helping small businesses succeed in the federal government market.
The Department of Defense provides military forces for the United States. DOD Implementation of Section 889
Research Resources
A useful site for conducting market research on government purchasing.
Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
Very in-depth market research site for government contracts of all kinds.
Enables users to access sales, business size, and NAICS information reported by Federal Supply Schedule Contractors.
List of companies holding certificates of authority as acceptable sureties on federal bonds and as acceptable reinsuring companies – per the Department of Treasury.
Surety Information Office (SIO)
Learn more about Surety bonds and how they effect government contracting.
Defense Pricing and Contracting
Responsible for pricing, contracting, and procurement policy matters in the Department of Defense.
Solicitations, Awards, and Contracts
DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)
Search for, view, and submit quotes on Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).
Integrated Award Environment (IAE)
GSA management e-Government initiative that is used to award, administer, and receive grants, loans, contracts, and intergovernmental transactions.
Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment
Primary enterprise for procure-to-pay application for the Department of Defense and its supporting agencies.
Information on DoD needs and how to register as a vendor to the military.
US Department of Transportation site with extensive marketing information package online.
Federal Acquisition Jumpstation
Government page with links to procurement and acquisition sites listed by contracting activity.
Treasury Department office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
Procurement procedures and contract opportunities.
National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Purchasing and Subcontracting opportunities for the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Procurement opportunities from the Department of the Interior for FY 2019.
Department of Defense Small and Disadvantaged Small Business Utilization Offices
Department of Defense (DoD) office focused on doing business with small businesses, and businesses with certifications.
Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA)
Office in the Air Force specializing in doing business with small businesses.
International Business Resources
Nebraska Export Commercial Service
The U.S. Commercial Service Nebraska helps Nebraska businesses to get started in exporting or increase sales to new global markets.
Export.gov provides trusted market intelligence, practical advice and business tools to help U.S. companies expand in global markets.
Nebraska Department of Economic Development Office of International trade and Investment
The Nebraska Department of Economic Development, International team, works with Nebraska businesses to expand their international efforts, as well as foster international investments in the state.
Training and Networking
National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
The world’s leading resource for professionals in the Contract management field with over 20,000 members.
National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)
The NDIA is a membership association that promotes the best practices, policies, products, and technology in support of defense and national security.
National Institute of Government Purchasing (NIGP)
Resources and training material for the world of public procurement.
National Association of Government Contractors (NAGC)
NAGC is an association providing advocacy, education, business development, and services to member companies.
The American Small Business Coalition
The ASBC exists to empower the growth of U.S. communities, companies, and people through government contracting.
National Association of Small Business Contractors (NASBC)
The nation’s voice for hundreds of thousands of small business contractors.
State Procurement Office directory
Links to state procurement offices.
Procurement Technical Assistance Centers
Listing of local centers.
Federal Acquisition Regulation Site
The Federal Acquisition Regulation Site (FARSite)
Acquisition Forecasts Websites
Agency for International Development
Department of Homeland Security
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Department of Veterans Affairs
Environmental Protection Agency
Federal Emergency Management Agency
General Services Administration
National Aeronautics & Space Administration
Office of Personnel Management
Social Security Administration
Nebraska Resources
Grand Island Chamber of Commerce
Nebraska Department of Transportation (DoT)
Clean Solutions for Omaha - Contractor's Corner
List of upcoming CSO construction projects that are seeking contracting opportunities with small businesses.
Nebraska Purchasing
Omaha Public Schools (OPS) – District Operational Services
OPPD (Auctions/Bids/Contracts)
City of Lincoln/Lancaster Purchasing
City of Omaha/Douglas County Purchasing
DoE Western Area Power Administration
One of four power marketing administrations within the Department of Energy (DoE) whose role is to market and transmit wholesale electricity from multi-use water projects.