The United States government hires contractors, providing self-employment opportunities to those who want to go their own way career-wise. The stimulus package is driving businesses toward green technology and other goals, and the government is chock-full of resources for those who want to pursue some of the new job opportunities. It’s possible to make money subcontracting for the government- so, find possibilities in pursuing it.
Green Contracting Opportunities
The government is purchasing green products and services, and hiring professionals who may fill needs outlined in current government contracts. Green subcontracting opportunities are exploding in many markets, not just on a federal level. Thanks to new laws and regulations, many federal agencies are required to buy green materials. Any professionals who already provide recycled products, green building materials and other eco-friendly services have a head start on new green contracting opportunities from the government.
Other Contracting Opportunities
Want to be a government subcontractor, and get a chance at available jobs and opportunities that are open to freelance, self-employed professionals? It’s possible to submit a resume to the government, and register a profile with CCR (Central Contractor Registration). Registration enables various agencies to find contractors through a general search. The variables offered in the search function include size, ownership, location and services.
The government also lists available opportunities through the official FedBizOpps (Federal Business Opportunities) website. The system allows individuals to post opportunities, so other professionals may search for jobs through the database. Through the system, it’s possible to look for work by location, type, date or even keyword. Green opportunities are booming, but they are definitely not the only opportunities out there for professional contractors and subcontractors.
Subcontracting
Government subcontracting opportunities are also available through SUB-Net, a public host that allows businesses to post opportunities in a large, searchable database. Government contracting and subcontracting is a possibility, even for individuals and small business owners, but there are lots of other job markets out there as well.
Subcontracting work isn’t always steady, like many freelance opportunities. Jobs may be short-term or long-term, but workers usually have an idea of how long tasks will take- and how much money they will earn- before they begin. Many contractors and companies hire self-employed subcontractors to complete certain tasks and projects, in a variety of fields. Subcontractors are used in writing, construction, private investigations…there’s a long list of possibilities for self-employed professionals.
KC Morgan - KC Morgan has been the featured writer in Self-Employment since 2006, using personal experience to create guides to being self-employed.
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