THE GOVCON

Federal sales intelligence for people who need contracts to turn into revenue.

Practical briefings, buyer-side context, and implementation playbooks from Richard C. Howard and the GovClose team.

Veterans Dominate Contract Awards in the VA

Richard C. Howard, Lt Col (Ret) Published on: 10/04/2026

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses Dominate Contract Awards in the VA. Learn what fiscal policy drives the VA to consider veteran-owned businesses before any other type of business. Learn what the rule of two is and how it can be applied to your business.

Veterans AdministrationVASDVOSBVeterans ContractsBetter and Own Small BusinessService-disabled veteran-owned small business.

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