GovCon Acronym Decoder
Government contracting runs on shorthand. Search any acronym and get a plain-English definition, when you will run into it, whether you need one, and where it comes from.
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4 of 172 terms matching "DOL"
Department of Labor
Also the source of wage determinations under SCA and Davis-Bacon.
When you see it
In solicitation headers, forecasts, and outreach events. Knowing which component inside the agency actually buys what you sell is the real work.
Do you need it
If this agency buys what you sell, start with their small business office. They publish forecasts, host outreach, and will take a capability briefing.
Where it comes from
Federal agency. Small business support runs through their OSDBU or equivalent office.
Department of Labor
Also the source of wage determinations under SCA and Davis-Bacon.
When you see it
In solicitation headers, forecasts, and outreach events. Knowing which component inside the agency actually buys what you sell is the real work.
Do you need it
If this agency buys what you sell, start with their small business office. They publish forecasts, host outreach, and will take a capability briefing.
Where it comes from
Federal agency. Small business support runs through their OSDBU or equivalent office.
Micro-Purchase Threshold
The dollar level below which the government can buy with a purchase card and minimal process.
When you see it
On very small purchases made with a government purchase card.
Do you need it
It is a great entry point for a first federal transaction and first past performance.
Where it comes from
FAR Part 2 and Part 13.
Simplified Acquisition Threshold
The dollar ceiling under which agencies can use streamlined purchasing procedures. Buys under it are generally reserved for small business.
When you see it
On small, fast-moving buys, often quoted rather than proposed.
Do you need it
Knowing it helps you target buys where competition is lighter and the paperwork is smaller.
Where it comes from
Set in FAR Part 2 and adjusted periodically for inflation.
Summary Subcontract Report
The periodic summary of subcontracting dollars filed in eSRS.
When you see it
In annual reporting cycles for primes with plans.
Do you need it
Only as a prime with a subcontracting plan.
Where it comes from
eSRS.
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