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CPARS in Government Contracting: What It Is, Why It Matters, and When It’s Required
The Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) isn’t just another acronym buried in procurement paperwork. It’s a living, breathing record of your company’s performance, professionalism, and reliability. And it plays a major role in whether you’re trusted with future government work.
At Phoenix General Contractors, we know that what you deliver matters. But in the world of federal procurement, how you deliver it—and how it's documented—can make or break your
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Jun 234 min read
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Why Past Performance Matters in Government Contracting
In the world of government contracting, technical proposals, bonding capacity, and small business certifications all have their place—but if you ask most Contracting Officers what weighs heavily in award decisions, the answer is consistent: past performance.
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Jun 123 min read
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What Is a Sources Sought Notice and Why Should It Matter to Contractors?
Many contractors focus their attention on formal solicitations when a contract is open for bids and competition is officially underway. Experienced government contractors know that by the time a solicitation is published, the window of influence has already started to close.
Before the Request for Proposal (RFP) hits SAM.gov, before any technical specifications are finalized, there’s another critical step that too often goes ignored by small construction businesses: the Sour
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Jun 104 min read
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Phoenix GC Insights & News | Project Spotlight: EPW Settled Water Pump Station Improvements
This month, we’re spotlighting a project that’s all about flow — literally. From reinforcing baffle walls to paving new paths for water runoff, our team delivered smart, sustainable improvements to the Jonathan Rogers Settled Water Pump Station for El Paso Water. It's another example of how our 8(a)-certified team handles federal and municipal facility needs with precision and care.
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Jun 41 min read
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Why Lift Station Maintenance—and Pipe Replacement—Matters More Than You Think
Lift stations are working 24/7 to keep things flowing smoothly—and when they don’t, the problems are messy,
expensive, and hazardous.
At Phoenix General Contractors, we’ve seen first-hand how vital these stations are to the health of sewer systems—and just as importantly, how critical it is to maintain and properly replace key components like stainless steel piping.
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May 224 min read
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Why Partnering with an 8(a)-Certified Contractor Matters in Government Facility Maintenance
At Phoenix General Contractors, we know that the integrity of any government facility depends on more than its design or original...
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May 84 min read
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Why Boiler Maintenance Is Critical in Federal Facilities: Insights from an 8(a) Certified Contractor
In federal facilities across the country, boiler systems quietly power essential operations—providing heat, steam, and hot water to...
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May 54 min read
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