Achieving Excellence in Contract Management and Performance Evaluations
Effective contract management is more than just oversight—it’s the foundation for building trust, delivering quality, and securing future opportunities. If you’re a Minority or Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) engaged in government contracting, this workshop is your gateway to mastering the skills that drive success. Why Attend? Managing contracts and excelling …
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Mastering Human Resources Management: A Toolkit for M/WBE Success
Building a strong, compliant, and high-performing team is essential for your business’s success in government contracting. Whether you’re hiring your first employee or managing a growing workforce, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of human resource management with confidence. Why This Workshop …
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The Strategic Importance of Accurate Online Business Profiles
For Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs), maintaining an accurate and comprehensive online business profile is more than a formality—it is a strategic imperative. These profiles play a critical role in determining visibility, credibility, and access to contracting opportunities with major agencies like NYC, NYS, the federal government, and the …
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JKA Ranks 143 on Inc. Magazine Fastest Growing Businesses
It is with immense pride and joy that I share with you a significant milestone for JKA. We have been honored with the 143rd spot on Inc. Magazine’s prestigious list of Fastest Growing Businesses. This achievement is not just a number—it represents our dedication, hard work, and the entrepreneurial spirit …
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Responding to RFPs
Does responding to a Request for Proposal (RFP) for government agencies fill you with dread? Trust me; you’re not the only one! What is an RFP? A request for proposal (RFP) is a business document that announces a project (usually a complex one that requires many subcontractors), defines it, and …
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Why Performance Evaluations Are So Important
An integral part of the contract management process is the conduction of performance evaluations. These evaluations allow agencies to assess and document how well (or how poorly) vendors are managing the contract and mainly focus on three main areas: Quality, Timeliness Of Performance, and Fiscal Administration & Accountability. The evaluation …
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Understanding Insurance Requirements
With over 78 million contracts awarded in the last fiscal year, MWBE and small business owners have many opportunities to expand. Unfortunately, when it comes to competing for government contracts, many business owners are unsure of the types of business insurance requirements needed and whether insurance is necessary at the …
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Why Performance Evaluations Are So Important
An integral part of the contract management process is the conduction of performance evaluations. These evaluations allow agencies to assess and document how well (or how poorly) vendors are managing the contract and mainly focus on three main areas: Quality, Timeliness Of Performance, and Fiscal Administration & Accountability. The evaluation …
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Responding To Competitively Sealed Bids
Does responding to competitive sealed bids for city agencies make you feel a little uncomfortable? You’re not alone. One of the biggest obstacles in the way of many MWBEs when it comes to landing government contracts is how daunting the process can be. If you’ve never prepared and responded to …
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Getting the Most Out Of Prime & Subcontractor Relationships
The forming of agreements between and among legal entities is a unique opportunity for MWBE business owners to increase procurement opportunities and can lead to huge benefits for all involved. Contractors who form agreements as part of a winning strategy open themselves and their companies up to various levels of …
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