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Govcon Giants

Eric Coffie
Federal Contracting
Government Contracts
Entrepreneurship
Defense Contracting
Cybersecurity
Small Business
Government Contracting
Department Of Defense
Business Development
Program Management
Mentorship
Financial Literacy
Resilience
Compliance
CMMC
Networking
National Security Innovation Network
Federal Contracting Training
Federal Acquisition
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Hosted by government contracting expert, 8(a) business mentor, and founder of the Govcon Giants platform, Eric Coffie. With over 250K+ podcast listens, a thriving YouTube channel of 49K+ subscribers, and a LinkedIn community of 19k+ followers, Eric has built one of the most trusted voices in federal contracting. Govcon Giants isn't just another podcast—it ranks on the U.S. procurement leaderboard ... more

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Small business owner mindset is the foundation every federal contractor must build before strategy, certifications, or capital — and this episode goes straight to the root.

In this session, Eric Coffey challenges contractors and aspiring entrepren... more

Government contract competitor research doesn't require a $500-a-month bid matching platform — it requires the right SAM.gov setup and the right AI prompt. In this episode, Eric Coffey breaks down exactly how he conducts deep competitive intelligence... more

Ever wondered how some small businesses seem to win government contracts before they are even publicly advertised? If you want to know how to get a competitive edge in federal contracting, you need to understand the power of Sources Sought notices on... more

Prime contractor teaming is one of the fastest paths into federal contracting — but only if you know how to find the right primes and reach out the right way. In this episode, Eric Coffey walks through the exact outreach framework he uses with a real... more

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Judy Bratt
Guest expert on federal contracting and networking
Episode: Micro-Purchase Strategy: Fastest Way to Get Federal Revenue | EP: 318
Kim Calloway
Professional organizer transitioning to Govcon; exploring B2G opportunities
Self-employed / Govcon focus
Episode: How to Identify Hidden Skills That Win You Federal Contracts Today
Zach Golden
President of Loyal Contracting Solutions, a consulting firm in federal procurement.
Loyal Contracting Solutions
Episode: The 5-Minute RFP Skim EVERY GovCon Business NEEDS using OpnGovIQ!
Sam Le
Former SBA official, procurement law attorney, and founder of Govcon Intelligence.
Govcon Intelligence
Episode: 313: $26B in 8A Contracts + 1,100 Firms Suspended: Why Opportunity Is Bigger Than Ever With Sam Le
Melanie Patterson
Former ER trauma nurse turned entrepreneur in government contracting
Govcon iSource
Episode: 311: From ER Trauma Nurse to GovCon Power Player with Melanie Patterson
Farooq Mitha
Former Director of Small Business Programs at the Department of Defense
Department of Defense
Episode: 310: How to Find YOUR Fit in Federal, State, and Local Contracting with Farooq Mitha
RJ Blake
Founder and CEO of Blake Wilson Group, a veteran-owned business
Blake Wilson Group
Episode: 309: The BRUTAL TRUTH About Teaming, Lawsuits, and Survival in GovCon with RJ Blake
Christine Brown
CEO of ASCII Federal Services, an Alaska-based woman-owned powerhouse specializing in supply chain management.
ASCII Federal Services
Episode: 308: From 90% Revenue LOSS to 2 Prime WINS: The Relationship Strategy That Worked For Christine Hopkins
Shelley Hall
Former Warranted Contracting Officer and VP of Client Services at Skyway Acquisition Solutions
Skyway Acquisition Solutions
Episode: 307: After 32 Years as a CONTRACTING OFFICER, Here's Why Most Small Businesses LOSE with Shelley Hall

Host

Eric Coffie
Host of the Federal Help Center Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Govcon Gem

    Thank you so much for this podcast. It is so inspiring and full of so much information, for aspiring government contractors. I stumbled across this show about two weeks ago and have been on a binge ever since. I have been registered with Sam.gov since 2020, and even involved with my local PTAC, but because of all the confusing, overwhelming information, I left the idea of winning contracts alone for a while now. I am a full time entrepreneur, single mom to a college student, and I am also a coll... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhoisYonni
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you Eric and GovCon!

    I learn a lot form Eric. I was even able to set up a meeting with Molly Mayhew here in Oklahoma City due to the interview he did with her. Luckily Molly gave the name of her company and I was able to find a phone number for her. I’ll continue to listen to Eric daily and hope to grow my Gov Con business through Eric and his guest’s guidance, tips and tricks of the trade. Thank you Eric and Gov Con!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BravoEstatesLLC
    United States4 years ago
  • Love Eric’s content!

    All nuggets here!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nhall6716
    United States5 years ago
  • Absolutely informative

    Listening to you and your guests helps us get more acquainted with the industry and how to avoid the scams. I didn’t know what PTAC was, now we’re using them here in Houston.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mememe_bmf
    United States5 years ago
  • Invaluable Information!

    Eric and his resources are amazing !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leni Wilson
    United States5 years ago

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316: Win Your First Government Contract in 2026 (Step-by-Step)
Q: What is the best way to approach getting on the DSBS and SAMS portals effectively?
Focus on completing the profiles with a capabilities narrative, keywords, and non-federal certifications; study successful profiles in your industry to mirror language the government uses, and use the DSBS as the primary place agencies search for capable vendors.
How to Avoid Costly Mistakes with Wage Determinations in Federal Bids
Q: Eric, on the service contract under the wage determination, can you help me?
Eric explains where to locate wage determinations and emphasizes verifying whether a contract is subject to the SCA by checking the wage determination type and related SAM questions, while acknowledging that some solicitation language doesn't clearly state SCA status.
311: From ER Trauma Nurse to GovCon Power Player with Melanie Patterson
Q: What are some common mistakes business owners make in government contracting?
Melanie highlighted challenges like access to capital for operational costs before receiving payment for contracts, and the difficulty in establishing relationships with key decision-makers.
311: From ER Trauma Nurse to GovCon Power Player with Melanie Patterson
Q: What made you transition from nursing to entrepreneurship?
Melanie explained that after years in the nursing field, she wanted more flexibility and the ability to create her own path, which led her to venture into entrepreneurship full-time, utilizing her 401(k) savings for capital.
310: How to Find YOUR Fit in Federal, State, and Local Contracting with Farooq Mitha
Q: What would you say to people listening about getting into government contracting?
It requires patience and understanding of capabilities, with many businesses missing opportunities by not engaging appropriately.

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What is Govcon Giants about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, practitioner-led show focused on winning and scaling in the federal contracting arena. Episodes emphasize building relationships with end users and procurement stakeholders, leveraging quick-win opportunities such as micro-purchases, and using targeted marketing, capability statements, and on-site quotes to accelerate contracts. Listeners hear real-world strategies for identifying opportunities, bundling services, and navigating agency differences, with a strong emphasis on actionable playbooks, repeatable pipelines, and the role of sales psychology in government procurement. Noteworthy angles include leveraging end-user access to enter multi-year pipelines, and spotlighting niche areas like Unison Marketplace, TA/PTAC insights... more

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Recent guests on Govcon Giants include:

1. Judy Bratt
2. Kim Calloway
3. Zach Golden
4. Sam Le
5. Melanie Patterson
6. Farooq Mitha
7. RJ Blake
8. Christine Brown

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