Weekly Update - Wednesday, May 6, 2026

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In this week’s Update:

News | BD/Marketing | Preconstruction | Operations | Legal

Professional Development | Opinion | Resources

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News

From Previous Updates…

• Navy Continues Effort to Move Sailors Off Ships and Into Shore-based Housing

• US Army Opens Registration for Sixth Annual Virtual Industry Engagement Event

• Space Force Needs to Double in Size

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BD/Marketing

From Previous Updates…

• The Fatal Flaw When Hiring a Business Developer

• Can Government Contractors Use Agency Logos and Seals in Their Marketing Materials?

• I Want to Sell to the Government; Where Do I Start?

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Preconstruction

From Previous Updates…

• Tips for Getting Preconstruction Documents Approved Through USACE

• Estimators Add More Value Than They Think

• Why AI Will Become the Backbone of Preconstruction

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Operations

From Previous Updates…

• Why Mission Critical Safety is Different

• The Lifecycle Blind Spot

• Why Picking the Right and Competent Key Personnel Matters on Government Projects

• Provide Your Crew With Meaningful Performance Data

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Legal

From Previous Updates…

• Why Character, Not Capital, Is the Real Currency in Construction Bonding

• How to Protect Your Business When a Project Goes Wrong

• Back to Basics: SDVOSB Program Eligibility

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Professional Development

From Previous Updates…

• How to Protect Your Time Without Becoming a Jerk

• Building Resilience in a Tough Industry

• The Quick Weekly Reset High-Performing Leaders Use to Stay Ahead of Disruption

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Opinion

From Previous Updates…

• How to Recruit Young Workers Before It’s Too Late

• The Rise of the GovCon “Expert”

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Resources

From Previous Updates…

• SBA Offers Support to Veteran Owned Businesses

• Doing Business with GSA Video Series

• Capture 411 Releases Part 3 of its 2026 8(a) Field Guide

• Capture 411 Posts Alphabetical List of 8(a) Firms Recently Suspended

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