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EDGE SLED: Unlock State, Local, and Education Opportunities

Compliance gets you listed. Visibility gets you noticed.

 

EDGE SLED positions your business to win contracts beyond federal — in state, local, and education markets.

Why EDGE SLED Matters

Getting registered in SAM is just the start. The real challenge? Visibility. Agencies and primes won’t find you unless you stand out with a polished profile, a credible brand, and proactive outreach.

With EDGE SLED, you don’t just check boxes — you position your business for real opportunities.

 

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EDGE SLED solves this by helping you:

Build a professional presence that contracting officers and primes trust.

Access state, local, and education bids often overlooked by federal-first businesses.

Use Shipley best practices to align your strategy, codes, and outreach with what buyers expect.

The Outcome? You go from “just another vendor” to a visible, competitive player in SLED markets.

  • Capability Statement

  • Code Optimization

  • Profile Enhancements

  • Targeted Outreach Campaigns

  • Bid Access & Alerts

  • Consulting Guidance

Because government contracting is too complex to tackle alone.

 At FEDCON, we combine Shipley-certified best practices with real-world experience to guide your business from registrations to recurring wins — with clear steps, proven strategies, and support at every stage.

How It Works

  1. Refine Your Presence
    Capability statement, codes, and profiles built for credibility.
  2. Launch Your Outreach
    Campaigns put your business in front of SLED buyers and primes.
  3. Access Opportunities
    Targeted alerts keep you in front of relevant bids daily.

The result? A repeatable system to win smaller, faster-turnaround SLED contracts while preparing for federal growth.

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Who EDGE SLED Is For

If you’re ready to win beyond federal, EDGE SLED is a fit for:

  • New contractors who want early wins and past performance.
  • Businesses tired of waiting on federal-only opportunities.
  • Firms looking to diversify revenue across state, local, and education markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Every business enters government contracting at a different stage.

That’s why EDGE isn’t a one-size-fits-all program — it’s a pathway.

EDGE SLED helps new and growing businesses build visibility and past performance, while preparing to evolve into EDGE FED and, eventually, Large Business Consulting. These FAQs explain how it all fits together.

Is EDGE just one program?

EDGE is designed as a pathway, not a one-size-fits-all service.

Every business is at a different stage in its contracting journey. Some are just starting out and need to build credibility and past performance (EDGE SLED). Others are ready for the larger, more complex world of federal opportunities (EDGE FED).

And for established enterprises, we provide Large Business Consulting to scale proposal volume and pursue national vehicles like GWACs and IDIQs.

Why should I start with EDGE SLED instead of jumping straight into federal?

For most businesses, SLED contracts are the best entry point. They’re typically smaller in scope, easier to win, and faster to award than federal contracts.

They help you build past performance and revenue streams while you learn the contracting process. Once you’re confident and have some wins under your belt, you can evolve into EDGE FED, where competition is higher but opportunities are larger.

How do I know when I’m ready to move from EDGE SLED to EDGE FED?

Our advisors track your progress with you. When you have a polished profile, a track record of SLED wins, and the internal resources to handle larger bids, you’re ready to take on federal opportunities. At that point, we’ll guide you into EDGE FED to target national agencies.

What happens if I skip SLED and go straight into EDGE FED?

It depends on your readiness. Some businesses already have strong resources and can compete at the federal level right away.

But for many small businesses, skipping SLED means facing steep competition without the credibility that past performance provides. EDGE SLED gives you a smarter starting point that sets you up for long-term success.

How does Large Business Consulting fit into the EDGE pathway?

Think of it as the final phase of EDGE. Once your business matures, has significant past performance, and is competing on larger contracts, Large Business Consulting provides high-volume proposal support, Shipley-based reviews, and strategic guidance. It’s designed to scale your success and help you secure enterprise-level awards.

What types of contracts can I expect through EDGE SLED?

EDGE SLED positions you for state agency RFPs, county and city service contracts, and education-sector bids. These range from IT support for school districts, to local infrastructure projects, to staffing contracts for municipal governments.