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Accelerate Your Government Contracting Success with VIP GROW Training

VIP GROW is the launchpad for Veteran-owned small businesses ready to accelerate their success in government contracting. What sets VIP GROW apart is the hands-on, market-driven training approach that delivers results that help you scale. You'll uncover real-world strategies and proven business tactics that won't just help you win government contracts but will give you the practical knowledge and skills to maintain them.

  • Since its launch in fall 2009, 1,353 companies have graduated VIP GROW.

  • On average, VIP GROW graduate companies are in business for nine years and have 17 employees.

In today's complex federal marketplace, mastering the nuances of government contracting is more than just beneficial. It is mission-critical for compliance and delivering outstanding contract performance. As an official partner program of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), VIP connects you directly to a powerful, trusted network that is singularly focused on propelling your success in the world of federal contracting.

VIP GROW graduate companies increased their revenue by an average of 47% within their first year of graduation and 141% two years after graduation.

How we help Veteran-owned small businesses

How We Accelerate Success

Unlock your potential to win more federal contracts with actionable strategies proven to deliver results. In just three days, you'll gain hands-on insights and practical tools that set you apart from the competition.

  • Strategy and planning
  • Effective BD techniques
  • Knowledge of operational controls
  • Enhance your competitive edge

Eligibility Requirements

For-profit Veteran-Owned small business

In business for at least two years

Minimum of three full-time employees

Experience performing on federal government contracts

Have active SAM.gov registration

Sample Curriculum

Compliance Contracting – Teaming, Joint Ventures, RFI

Financing/Capital Management

Insurance

Supply Chain Management for Primes and Subs

Simplified Acquisitions

Cyber Security

Truthful Cost & Pricing

Marketing – Proposals & Capture Management

Program Management/Internal Controls

Human assets and Capital Management

Indirect Rates

Attendance Requirements

Full attendance is required to graduate. If a participant misses more than 3 hours, their enrollment in the session will be terminated and they will be charged the cancellation fee.

Cancellation Policy

Upon acceptance into the VIP Program participants must provide a credit card to secure their spot. VIP participants will not be charged for services outlined above. The credit card will only be used if the VIP participant cancels their participation in the program after the date that is noted in their acceptance email. Cancellations must be received in writing. The cancellation charge is $1,000.

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