Month: September 2019

Kevin Switaj to Speak at Two APMP Regional Events

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Kevin Switaj Speaking at Bid and Proposal Con 2017
Kevin Switaj delivering his Ignite! talk at the Bid and Proposal Conference 2017.

BZ Opportunity Management President and CEO, Kevin Switaj, has been picked to speak at two upcoming APMP regional conferences. Both presentations will build on Kevin’s “Lessons from the Mouse: Adding Creativity to the Proposal Lifecycle” presentation at the 2019 APMP Bid and Proposal Conference in Orlando, FL. These presentations provide additional tips and guidance on adding empathy to our proposals throughout the opportunity lifecycle. The conferences are listed below, with links for registration included:

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Preparing for STARS III: Five DOs and DON’Ts

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STARS III is a critical bid opportunity for any 8(a) certified small business. Missing out on a spot on this GSA vehicle can make the difference between explosive growth and struggling for opportunities. So, what do 8(a) firms need to do, and avoid, to successfully win a slot on the vehicle?

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Three Keys for a Successful USPTO BOSS RFI Submission

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The acquisition cycle for the next iteration of the US Patent and Trademark Office’s (USPTO) IT contract feels like it has gone on nearly as long as the 130-year construction of Antonio Gaudi’s Sagrada Família cathedral in Barcelona. Called the Business Oriented Software Solutions (BOSS) contract, its release has been impacted by a new administration and various internal staffing changes. However, BOSS is finally on the street. How can you best position yourself for this massive opportunity? This article articulates three key steps to submitting a successful RFI response.

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