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The federal procurement space looks a lot different&nbsp;compared with just three months ago.&nbsp;As the country nears the 100th day of President Trump’s second term, the United States government has significantly changed under executive initiatives aimed at trimming the federal workforce and&nbsp;dismantling agencies in the name of cutting costs.

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What if I have an existing federal contract?

Now, more than ever, you should be prepared for the possibility of disruption to your contract base, according to Justin Chiarodo, an attorney focused on government contracts at Blank Rome, a law firm. Entrepreneurs would be wise to stay “incredibly close” to their customers to understand what might bubble up.

It might also be time to lean into your professional networks to see what others are experiencing as well, he adds. Their experiences can help inform your actions. “Communication and engagement are really paramount,” Chiarodo adds. “Communicate with your contracting officer and communicate with the parties you work with to be engaged.”

To read the full article, please click <a href="https://www.inc.com/melissa-angell/how-to-get-or-keep-a-federal-contract-in-the-era-of-trump/91168918">here</a> (subscription required).

"How to Get (or Keep) a Federal Contract in the Era of Trump," by Melissa Angell, was published in <a href="https://www.inc.com/melissa-angell/how-to-get-or-keep-a-federal-contract-in-the-era-of-trump/91168918">Inc.</a> on April 22, 2025.

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