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

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Veterans Dominate Contract Awards in the VA

Veterans Dominate Contract Awards in the VARichard 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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Briefings Built for Actions

3 Steps To 5X Your Chance of Winning R&D (SBIR) Funding

Published on: 26/05/2026

3 Steps To 5X Your Chance of Winning R&D (SBIR) Funding. Watch this GovClose video and review the key government contracting takeaways, strategy notes, and next steps.

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Fraser's Strategy Won $3M+ in Government Funding!

Published on: 26/05/2026

Fraser's Strategy Won $3M+ in Government Funding!. Watch this GovClose video and review the key government contracting takeaways, strategy notes, and next steps.

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5X Your Chance of Winning $1.3M Government Funding!!

Published on: 26/05/2026

5X Your Chance of Winning $1.3M Government Funding!!. Watch this GovClose video and review the key government contracting takeaways, strategy notes, and next steps.

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MiddleMan Strategy Is A Waste Of Time & Money

Published on: 26/05/2026

MiddleMan Strategy Is A Waste Of Time & Money. Watch this GovClose video and review the key government contracting takeaways, strategy notes, and next steps.

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Lt Col (Ret), former DoD acquisitions officer, federal sales advisor, and founder of GovClose.

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