Fewer Proposals, Bigger Wins: What High-Concentration Contractors Are Doing Right

The 2025 Baroni Center Government Contracting Trends and Performance Index revealed a counterintuitive trend that deserves attention from business development and proposal teams across the federal market.Companies with high customer concentration (i.e., those who earn the bulk of their revenue from a few clients) are submitting fewer proposals, have fewer in-process bids, and yet they’re outperforming their peers in new […]

The U.S Federal Government Services NAICS 541611

This in-depth market intelligence report provides a comprehensive analysis of the U.S. federal contracting landscape under NAICS 541611 — Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services — from FY2020 to FY2024. It details agency-wise spending trends, sub-agency breakdowns, socio-economic set-asides, and contract types to help businesses identify high-value opportunities in the federal space. Key Details: $36.24B+ awarded across all agencies in […]

Use of AI in proposals

Why Non-Compliant Proposals Are Costing Companies More Than Contracts Why Non-Compliant Proposals Are Costing Companies More Than Contracts In 2024, ProposalHelper conducted an informal survey of federal Contracting Officers, revealing a dramatic shift in the government proposal compliance landscape. Agencies are receiving 40% more proposals than in previous years, driven by the rise of AI tools for RFPs. While this surge highlights the growing role […]

Showcasing Expertise: Your Key to Winning Federal Contracts

When pursuing a government contract, your team’s expertise isn’t just a bullet point on your proposal—it’s the foundation of your success. Evaluators are looking for the right fit, and showcasing your capabilities effectively can set you apart from the competition. Here’s how to highlight your expertise and demonstrate why you’re the perfect match for the contract: Understand the Scope of […]