Sell to the Government and Win Government Contracts
Government agencies purchase billions of dollars in products and services each year. The CIRAS APEX Accelerator helps Iowa businesses identify opportunities, compete for contracts, and successfully sell to government buyers.
Our government contracting specialists provide no-cost and nominal-cost assistance through training, mentoring, and one-on-one guidance. We also connect businesses with tools and resources to research contracting opportunities and navigate the government procurement process.
Whether you are new to government contracting or looking to expand your current government sales, CIRAS can help you move forward with confidence.
How CIRAS Helps
CIRAS government contracting specialists work with Iowa companies to:
- Understand the market potential of government procurement
- Navigate registrations and compliance requirements
- Identify relevant contracting opportunities
- Improve bidding and proposal strategies
- Expand existing government contracting efforts
Our goal is to reduce the barriers to government contracting and help Iowa businesses compete effectively in federal, state, and local markets.
Government Contracting Services
CIRAS provides support at every stage of the government contracting process.
- Getting Started in Government Contracting – Learn the basics of government procurement, including registrations and certifications.
- Marketing to the Government – Develop strategies to position your business with government agencies and prime contractors.
- Finding Government Contracting Opportunities – Identify contracting opportunities that match your products or services.
- Bid and Proposal Guidance – Receive assistance reviewing solicitations and strengthening your bids and proposals.
- Post Award Assistance – Navigate contract requirements, reporting, and compliance after winning a government contract.
- Advanced Contracting Services – Access specialized guidance to expand and strengthen your government contracting program.
Connect With a Government Contracting Specialist
To be contacted by your Regional Government Contracting Specialist, submit a Request for Counseling.
Government Contracting Resources
- Events and Workshops – View upcoming government contracting training and workshops offered through CIRAS.
- BidMatch Opportunity Alerts – Register for a BidMatch Subscription to receive email notifications about government contracting opportunities relevant to your business.
- Government Contracting Links – Access required registrations and helpful resources to pursue government contracts.
Share Your Feedback
You can provide feedback on our APEX Accelerator services here.
This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.