Understanding the SBA’s Two-Year Joint Venture Restriction 

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Joint ventures are an increasingly popular form of business for companies pursuing government contracts. But contractors pursuing small business set-aside contracts and/or socioeconomic set-aside and sole-source contracts (such as 8(a) contracts) must strictly adhere to the rules of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). One of the most important SBA joint venture rules–and one that … Continue reading Understanding the SBA’s Two-Year Joint Venture Restriction 

GSA MAS Contract Holders: Time May Be Running Short to Get Your House in Order

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GSA MAS Contract Holders: Time May Be Running Short to Get Your House in Order The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) recently announced a new initiative that “put its Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contractors on notice that it is making ‘major changes’ to ‘improve the effectiveness of the MAS Program’ by allowing contracts that fail … Continue reading GSA MAS Contract Holders: Time May Be Running Short to Get Your House in Order

CIRAS Staff News: Meet Tim Weiss

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Tim Weiss joins CIRAS as a Strategic Advisor for Northeastern Iowa. Tim Weiss brings extensive experience in manufacturing leadership to his new role supporting companies in Dubuque, Cedar Rapids, Cedar Falls, Waterloo, and the surrounding region. Most recently, he served as Vice President of M&M Sales Enterprises, where he focused on operational efficiency, engineering solutions, … Continue reading CIRAS Staff News: Meet Tim Weiss

A trusted partner helping meat processors grow, provide quality products

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HOLSTEIN, Iowa – Jordan Bremer flips through pages of hand-written notes documenting the many flavor combinations she’s tested over the years at Tiefenthaler Quality Meats, pausing on a page of one of her award-winning creations. “This one, I did a nacho patty, and it was my grand champion innovative beef in 2018,” she said. “That … Continue reading A trusted partner helping meat processors grow, provide quality products

Avoiding Common Misconceptions About Calculating Small Business Status

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Qualifying as a small business for purposes of federal government contracting requires a contractor to compare its average annual receipts or average employee count to the size standard associated with a particular North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code. For contractors in the construction and service industries, which generally use receipts-based size standards, there are … Continue reading Avoiding Common Misconceptions About Calculating Small Business Status

Stay Ahead of Tariff Changes in Your Supply Chain – April 3 Update

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Tariff shifts continue to impact Iowa companies, making it more important than ever to stay proactive in managing risks and adapting your supply chain strategy. CIRAS is committed to keeping you informed and providing actionable insights to help your business stay resilient. Join Marc Schneider, CIRAS Supply Chain Lead, as he breaks down the latest … Continue reading Stay Ahead of Tariff Changes in Your Supply Chain – April 3 Update

Road Construction Safety Tips for DBE Businesses

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Now that the season for road construction has begun, safety is essential. Road construction projects are vital for infrastructure development but come with significant risks. For small Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs), prioritizing safety not only protects workers but also helps prevent costly delays and ensures compliance. Here are key safety measures tailored for small DBEs: … Continue reading Road Construction Safety Tips for DBE Businesses

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