In the world of government contracting, small businesses often compete at a disadvantage against larger, established firms with deeper resources and historical pricing data. But with the right small business PTW strategy, even new or growing companies can develop competitive, realistic pricing that positions them for awards. PTW—short for Price
Behind every winning government proposal lies a carefully developed federal proposal cost structure. This structure not only reflects the resources needed to perform the work but also signals to evaluators that your company understands cost realism, pricing compliance, and delivery feasibility. A well-organized cost structure improves the credibility of your
In federal proposals, pricing is more than a number—it’s a story. A well-crafted price narrative development process helps proposal teams translate complex cost models into clear, credible justifications that build evaluator confidence and support award decisions. Without this narrative, even a perfectly calculated price can appear risky or unclear. A
In the federal marketplace, pricing is one of the most critical elements of any proposal. A compelling technical solution can fall short if the price isn’t competitive, credible, and properly aligned with evaluation criteria. A well-structured government bid pricing strategy is essential for success—especially in a landscape where margins are
In federal contracting, your price doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It’s weighed against a field of competitors—each with their own cost structures, capabilities, and reputations. That’s why effective PTW competitive analysis is essential to developing a winning price to win (PTW) strategy. Understanding how others are likely to bid allows
Federal proposal success hinges on more than a compliant technical solution—your pricing must also hit the mark. That’s why developing a deliberate, data-informed federal price to win strategy is critical. Without one, contractors risk proposing prices that are either too high to be competitive or too low to be credible.
In federal contracting, great writing and compliance are not enough. To win, proposals must score well—measurably and methodically. That’s why many successful contractors use a proposal scoring simulation before submission. This internal process models how evaluators will assess your proposal using the exact criteria found in the solicitation, offering early
In federal contracting, winning a solicitation is not just about submitting the best proposal—it’s also about proving that your business is capable of performing the work. Before making an award, federal agencies must ensure the selected vendor meets the standards of a contractor responsibility determination. This critical step in the
Effective business development in the federal space requires more than just chasing bids—it demands a structured, disciplined approach to capturing opportunities before they hit the street. That’s where the federal capture maturity model comes in. This framework helps government contractors assess and improve how they identify, qualify, and pursue federal
Federal proposals are governed by strict structures, and among the most critical of these is Section M. This section outlines exactly how your proposal will be evaluated, making it a roadmap for your win strategy. A precise, tailored section M response aligns your content with the evaluation criteria—boosting your scores
Hinz Consulting is a proposal, capture, and business development consulting firm. We help customers, including Fortune 100 clients, win Government contracts in every market.
