Evaluate your business's readiness to pursue government contracts with this self-assessment tool.
How to Use This Assessment
Answer each question honestly. For each "Yes" answer, give yourself 1 point. At the end, tally your score to determine your readiness level. This assessment covers the key areas that government agencies evaluate when considering vendors.
📋 Business Foundation (0-5 points)
☐ Is your business legally registered (LLC, Corp, etc.)?
☐ Do you have a federal EIN (Employer Identification Number)?
☐ Do you have general liability insurance?
☐ Has your business been operating for at least 2 years?
☐ Do you have a dedicated business bank account?
📋 Registrations (0-5 points)
☐ Are you registered in SAM.gov?
☐ Do you have a UEI (Unique Entity Identifier)?
☐ Do you have a CAGE Code?
☐ Are you registered with your state's vendor portal?
☐ Are you registered with any local government purchasing systems?
📋 Marketing & Positioning (0-5 points)
☐ Do you have a professional capability statement?
☐ Do you know your primary NAICS codes?
☐ Can you clearly articulate your core competencies?
☐ Do you have documented past performance or case studies?
☐ Do you have a professional website?
📋 Operations & Capacity (0-5 points)
☐ Can you handle a contract worth $50,000+ without cash flow issues?
☐ Do you have systems for tracking projects and deliverables?
☐ Do you have an accounting system that can handle government invoicing?
☐ Do you have staff or subcontractors available to scale if needed?
☐ Do you have quality control processes documented?
📋 Certifications & Set-Asides (Bonus Points)
☐ Are you a small business by SBA size standards?
☐ Do you qualify for any SBA certifications (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB)?
☐ Do you have any state/local diversity certifications (MBE, WBE, DBE)?
☐ Are you a veteran-owned business?
☐ Are you located in a HUBZone area?
📊 Scoring Guide
18-25 Points: Ready to Compete
Your business is well-positioned to pursue government contracts. Focus on opportunity identification and proposal development.
10-17 Points: Almost Ready
You have a solid foundation but need to address some gaps before actively pursuing opportunities. Our Government Readiness program can help.
0-9 Points: Foundation Building Needed
You need to establish core requirements before pursuing government work. Start with registrations and capability development.
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