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Roadmap to a Federal Contract Win – Inside Out to Outside In

February 13, 2026Brian Lindholmblack hat, business development process, competitive analysis, competitive intelligence, govcon
This blog was a collaborative effort between Louis Kerestesy of Louis Coaching and Consulting and Brian Lindholm of FedSavvy Strategies.  We first published this via an APMP webinar with a registration of over 200 attendees. In solution and proposal development, winning isn't about having the most amazing offer.  Instead, with your technical volume, it’s about...

2025 Policy Changes That Will Redefine Federal Contracting in 2026

December 16, 2025Brian Lindholmbusiness development process, DOD, DoW, GD4A, Golden Dome, usaf, USSF
In 2026, federal contracting will move away from set-aside-driven, agency-specific vehicles and toward commercial solutions, GWAC usage, OTAs/CSOs, and portfolio-based acquisition led by capability needs rather than programs. A series of Executive Orders (EOs), a major FAR rewrite, and Department of War acquisition reform are reshaping how the government buys products and services. Contractors who...

How to make your Black Hat Reviews not suck

August 21, 2024Brian Lindholmbusiness development process, competitive analysis, competitive intelligence, govcon

This is written by Brian Lindholm, Managing Principal and founder of FedSavvy Strategies.  With over 500 Black Hats executed, he may have an opinion on this topic. Is this title too subtle?  Sorry, but I am not sorry about being so direct.  Why?  Because this is a topic that I often get quite an ear…

How to deliver high impact intelligence reports

July 30, 2024Brian Lindholmbusiness development process, competitive analysis, competitive intelligence, govcon, market intelligence

The post emphasizes the importance of the production phase in the intelligence process and provides guidelines for impactful delivery. Key points include presenting the bottom line upfront (BLUF), being honest about analytical confidence, and utilizing graphics to simplify complex concepts. It stresses conciseness and clarity to engage and inform decision-makers effectively.

Deadly Sins in Proposals: Adventures in Trick Plays

November 28, 2022Brian Lindholmbusiness development process, competitive intelligence, win-loss

Does your capture team want to try a trick play to get a competitive advantage?  This can work (perhaps) if you clear it with the referee (a.k.a. your customer), but it can go very badly.  Being creative in capture strategy and solution development can help your prospective chance to win (a.k.a. the dreaded Pwin).  This…

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