As a government contractor, the first half of 2025 was marked with numerous challenges. The recent reduction of the federal government and layoffs left the contractor community on edge, not knowing what might come next. It’s also created a communication void between the government and contractors, as normal channels changed with the reductions in force. Now that we are in the midst of summer, this period of uncertainty appears to be coming to an end, positioning experienced contractors nicely for the second half of 2025.
The timing of this revival is advantageous. The federal government fiscal year ends on Sept. 30, and the government will want to book allocated funds before the end of the year. Any funds left unspent are forfeited, and the following year’s budget is reduced.
As a long-time government contractor and the head of a multi-generational, family-owned business, it will take the right mindset to make the most of the remaining year. If I were giving the half-time pep talk, I’d tell my colleagues and compatriots to stop being firefighters and become fire starters! Now is the moment to drive work to existing contract vehicles and be prepared to respond to new, quick-turn opportunities. Here’s how:
As a government contractor, the first half of 2025 was marked with numerous challenges. The recent reduction of the federal government and layoffs left the contractor community on edge, not knowing what might come next. It’s also created a communication void between the government and contractors, as normal channels changed with the reductions in force. […]
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