Government Ready

Groundbreaking Education and Certification Program Elevates Small Business Contracting Opportunities

The National Association of Small Business Contractors has established a groundbreaking education and certification program that raises the standards and preparedness of small businesses seeking increased access to government contracts.

"We are thrilled to lead this groundbreaking effort to advance opportunities for small business through the founding of the  Government Ready training and certification program," says Terry Williams, CEO of the National Association of Small Business Contractors.

"It is important that small businesses have a recognizable standard for quality education and preparedness to enter and grow their businesses in the government marketplace. This important training and certification assists small businesses to be confident of the quality of the training they are receiving and acquisition professionals to better gage the preparedness of small businesses to enter into the government arena and become strong government suppliers."

What is "Government Ready"?

A groundbreaking education and certification program provided by two of the leading national trade associations for small businesses under the leadership of the National Association of Small Business Contractors and the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce. The "Government Ready" education and certification program provides a clear path for small businesses seeking to prepare and position their businesses for federal contracting opportunities.

The "Government Ready" program addresses preparedness and success drivers from entry to advanced levels providing quality opportunities for businesses of all experience levels.

By securing "Government Ready" certifications and displaying the logo, a small business owner communicates clearly to federal contracting professionals that their business is serious and knowledgeable of the details and intricacies of government contracting.

What is the value of "Government Ready" to my business?

"Government Ready" provides three clear values for your business:

Quality Education
You receive top-tier education from real inside experts in government contracting who know what it takes to be successful in the government marketplace.

Differentiation
By leveraging the quality of the "Government Ready" certification in your communications, you distinguish your business to government contracting professionals . Placing the "Government Ready" certification in your company materials and your government capabilities statement shows government professionals your commitment and knowledge of the federal marketplace.

Affordability
Government Ready is provided exclusively through two of our nation's leading trade associations for small businesses - the National Association of Small Business Contractors and the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce.  Since we are on your side - as your trade associations - we place a big emphasis on managing the costs to provide this valuable service.  We are not affiliated with for-profit partners.  Government Ready is all about you - your business growth - and bringing more revenues into your business pocketbook.