Non-Traditional Contract Advisory
Unlocking Agile Pathways to Federal Funding
Work with government — on your terms.
SGP helps businesses navigate federal contracting with fast, flexible alternatives to the FAR-based process. These methods open doors for early-stage, commercial, and non-traditional vendors to work with government without the usual red tape and timelines.
Our Advisory Includes:
OTA (Other Transaction Authority)
BAA (Broad Agency Announcement)
CSO (Commercial Solutions Opening)
SBIR/STTR Programs (Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer)
A flexible, FAR-exempt pathway for prototyping, innovation, and production.
OTA (Other Transaction Authority)
Understand What It’s For
Used outside traditional procurement, OTA supports rapid development and early-stage tech.
Enter the Right Consortium
We help you find and join the OTA consortia that match your mission and capabilities.
Prepare to Pitch
Get guidance for pitch events, from deck prep to strategic positioning within the OTA ecosystem.
BAA (Broad Agency Announcement) Support
Ideal for Basic and Applied Research
Focused on advancing scientific and technological innovation through federal funding.
White Paper Development and Submission Support
We help craft and submit strong white papers under FAR Part 35 to increase your chances of success.
CSO (Commercial Solutions Opening)
Designed for Commercial Technologies
Ideal for companies with existing products ready to meet federal agency needs.
Guided Two-Phase Process
We support you through pitch deck and white paper development, aligning your solution with agency innovation goals.
Federal R&D funding designed specifically for small businesses
SBIR/STTR Programs (Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer)
Proposal Writing
Partner Identification (STTR only)
Phase I–III Commercialization Planning
Technology Development Support
Our hands-on assistance helps you navigate the full funding lifecycle — from strong proposals to successful commercialization.
Why this Matters
Faster Awards, Less Waiting
Agile pathways like OTA, CSO, and BAA move quicker than traditional RFPs — helping you stay ahead of the curve.
Built for Startups and Non-Traditionals
These channels reduce red tape and open doors for emerging tech, small businesses, and first-time federal vendors.
Designed for Rapid Iteration
Flexible mechanisms allow you to test, refine, and evolve your technology without getting stuck in long procurement cycles.
Sole-Source Ready
Perform well under these programs and you may qualify for direct awards — no competition required.
Angela Webb
President, govcon xcelerator & compliance SBU
