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How important is it to include a headshot on my resume? It is not mandatory. We like to include them as long as they are professional headshots.
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Is it possible to be a subcontractor with no past performance (from a business standpoint)? Yes, you can still be a subcontractor. You will leverage YOUR past experience and expertise vs YOUR COMPANY’S.
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Is there a maximum subcontracting percentage? Subcontracting percentages (minimum and maximum) are set by each agency and are not standard.
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Does the payment bond apply to all prime contractors, or only construction? Each government agency will have their own specific payment bond amount. Bonding applies to contraction and construction related projects. For example, with HISD any contract $25,000 or greater is required to be bonded. Make sure to research the specific agency to see what …
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How can you get a delivery contract with UT MD Anderson? The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a State of Texas agency, and therefore accepts State of Texas HUB certification. You would need to start with the HUB Coordinator to see who the buyer is for that service. Click on the Link …
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Are all subcontractors required to get bonded? Bonding requirements vary from the government agency and the prime contractor. Subcontractors are not always required to have bonding. It depends on the scope of work and the value of the work being completed. Reach out to the government agency and the prime contractor you would like to …
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Where do I find the link for the HUB Coordinator List? The most recent HUB Coordinator list can be found at the link below: Learn More
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How do you register or renew your listing on the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL)? CMBL Listings can be managed on the Texas Comptrollers Website. There is a yearly charge ($70) to be listed on the CMBL. We encourage all businesses HUB and Non-HUB to be listed on the CMBL. Learn More
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Apart from HUB, what other certifications does University of Texas – Health accept? UTHealth is a state of Texas Agency. UTHealth only accepts the State of Texas HUB Certification. Learn More
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Are there any government contracts for professional services – architectural/engineering design, and/or accounting/bookkeeping services? Yes there are contracts for these professional services on the federal, state, and local levels as well as education (K-12 and higher ed). Determine the agency that you would like to do work with, do your research and reach out to …
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What is Texas VID? Vendor Identification, which is a 13-digit number required for any business or entity to contract within the state of Texas. Learn More
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What is the difference between Bonfire, Public Purchase, CivCast, etc.? Does COH and Harris County use same system? Unfortunately, there many procurement platforms. These platforms are similar, it depends on the Government entity and what they use. You can find if what platform by visiting the respective agency’s website. For example, the City of Houston …
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What are the typical insurance requirements? Each prime company and government agency has different insurance requirements. You may be able to find a past opportunity and it will tell you the insurance coverage and minimum coverage. Common coverage includes: * General Liability * Professional Liability * Auto * Worker’s Comp * Cyber Liability
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If you are self-performing, do you still need to do the HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP)? Yes, you still have to submit the HSP in your proposal response, regardless if you are self-performing or subcontracting. If you are self-performing, make sure to provide in detail that you have the resources and employees to complete the specific …
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How do you obtain the data for a State of Texas HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) submitted with a bid you did not win (to potential learn lessons for the next time)? We like the way you think—learning for the next time! We encourage you to reach out the HUB Coordinator with the agency and they …
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Who should you address in a capability statement to? Capability statements should focus on your primary products and/or services and be addressed to your targeted buyers.
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If your company self-performs all of the work and does not use subcontractors, what would the solution be to meet the MWBE goals? You will need to meet the MWBE goal if there is one in the RFP. Even if you have to subcontract 25%, that is better than not winning the contract because you …
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Do you have to have filed taxes to apply for a certification? Each certification has different requirements. Some require you to have been in business for at least a year. Certification is not revenue dependent, but you have to show that your business is active and you have generated some revenue.
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As a newly certified business trying to win a government contract, should we keep your prices low just to get our foot in the door? You want to be sure to set your pricing to make a profit.
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Does your company have to be certified to be a subcontractor? No government entity states that you can ONLY do business with them if you are certified. However, there are some Federal Set asides specific to certain certifications. There is always an advantage to being certified when subcontracting on the local, county, state and federal …
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