Federal Diagnostic Assessment | Black Orchid Business Group

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Contact Information

Full Name*

Email Address*

Company Name*

Phone Number

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The Basics (Foundation)

What is your SAM.gov registration status?*

Do you have an active CAGE code?*

Have you identified your primary NAICS codes?*

The "buckets" the government uses to buy what you sell

If you've identified NAICS codes, please list them

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Compliance & Infrastructure (The Technical Hurdles)

Accounting System Adequacy: Is your accounting system DCAA-compliant (or ready to be)?*

Why we ask:

Many federal contracts require specific accounting structures to track costs. Without this, you can't accept cost-reimbursable contracts or prove your costs during audits.

Cybersecurity Status: Are you compliant with NIST 800-171 or CMMC?*

Why we ask:

You can't touch most federal data without this anymore. Non-compliance eliminates you from DoD contracts and an increasing number of civilian agency opportunities.

Bonding Capacity: What is your current bonding limit?*

Why we ask:

Crucial for construction or high-risk services. Even if not required, bonding capacity signals financial strength to contracting officers.

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Past Performance (The Bridge)

What is your documented past performance in the commercial sector?*

Why we ask:

Since you haven't bid federal contracts, we need to see if your commercial work is "substantially similar" enough to bridge the gap. Agencies will evaluate whether your commercial experience translates to federal requirements.

Do you have any experience as a sub-consultant or subcontractor outside of federal?*

If yes, please describe your subcontractor experience

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Financial Resilience (The Float)

Can you carry 60–90 days of operating expenses without payment?*

Why we ask:

The government pays, but they aren't always fast. New contractors need cash reserves to avoid going bankrupt while waiting for their first invoice to clear. Payment cycles can range from 30-90+ days.

Do you have access to a business line of credit or working capital financing?

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Strategic Intent (The Target)

Which specific agencies have you identified as your "High-Value Targets"?*

Select all that apply

Department of Defense (DoD)

Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Health and Human Services (HHS)

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

General Services Administration (GSA)

Department of Energy (DOE)

NASA

Haven't identified target agencies yet

Other (please specify below)

Other target agencies

What is your primary differentiator?*

In a room of 1,000 vendors, why would a contracting officer pick you?

Are you eligible for any set-asides?*

Select all that apply

8(a) Business Development Program

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)

HUBZone

Small Business (SBA certified)

None / Not certified

Additional information or questions

Federal Readiness Scorecard

Before You Bid

Contact Information

The Basics (Foundation)

Compliance & Infrastructure (The Technical Hurdles)

Past Performance (The Bridge)

Financial Resilience (The Float)

Strategic Intent (The Target)