FedBizOpps – Web site that is the government’s first point of entry for businesses looking to work with the government. Government buyers publicize their business opportunities here.

General Services Administration (GSA) – Acts as federal government’s business manager, buyer, real estate developer, telecommunications manager, and IT solutions provider. Businesses must also register here to work with the government.

Central Contractor Registration – Serves as the primary vendor database for the Departments of Defense, Transportation, Treasury, and NASA. Businesses wishing to do business with the aforementioned agencies must register here first.

Pro-Net – SBA-run database of small business contractors available to federal agencies, businesses must register to participate in this.

The SBA Office of Advocacy – Provides small businesses with a comprehensive “how to” section on their Web site.

Small Business Administration Online Training – Offers easy, accessible on-line training courses at your own speed to help you understand the steps to federal procurement

SBA Women’s Business Offices – Online directory and booklet for women business owners looking to participate in government contracting.

Small Business Development Centers – Compilation of government links helpful to small businesses working towards government contracts.

Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers – Locate a PTAC in your neighborhood and get low-cost counseling on government procurement.

SBA Resource Lists – Online guide to business opportunities with the federal government. Includes links to numerous government agencies dealing with contracting.

Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) – On-line listing of regulations pertaining to government contracting.