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Shaping a government statement of work through sources sought is the single most overlooked way small businesses win federal contracts before they are ever competed, and in this episode a former government buyer breaks down exactly how it works. Ryan Atencio spent years on the inside developing statements of work as the end user, and he walks through how to feed the customer minimum requirements, recommendations, and language that come back out inside the actual solicitation. If you have ever wondered why some contractors seem to win the moment a bid drops, this is the mechanism nobody teaches you. How to add suggestions and recommendations to the end of every sources sought response so the contracting officer passes your language straight to the customer Why influencing the end user before it reaches the contracting officer is the real edge, and how to hand them a sample statement of work that is aimed at your company The subcontractor pitch that primes almost never hear: being turnkey, aggressively developing business, and expanding the scope of services a prime can offer the government How to become the sub a sought-after prime actually responds to, and why janky, poorly worded outreach emails get ignored Why 14 months is the average time to a first government contract, and how a consultant can become the government arm of an already successful private-side business EPISODE CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Sources sought as the way to shape a solicitation 0:54 - Reaching the end user before the contracting officer 1:29 - Writing the statement of work that wins the bid 2:36 - Adding recommendations and minimum requirements to responses 3:36 - Why a good contracting book still can't teach influence 4:08 - Becoming attractive to a large prime partner 4:54 - The turnkey subcontractor pitch primes want to hear 5:30 - Making a new requirement out of nothing 6:00 - How consulting clients find him and how he lands them 7:13 - Why 14 months to a first contract sells consulting 8:04 - Falling into government construction as a consultant 9:04 - Why only 1 to 2 percent of small businesses win Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.
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Federal agencies post new solicitations for work that falls under existing small business contract vehicles because contracting officers often do not know those vehicles are available, and 50 percent of government jobs are still going to one or no bidders. Eric Coffie walks through the exact conversation a contractor can have with a contracting officer to redirect a new solicitation onto an existing IDIQ or GSA Schedule vehicle, saving both sides time and paperwork. What you'll learn in this episode: How to find Army contracts posted on SAM.gov that fall under a vehicle you already hold and what to say to the contracting officer to move them over Why having a GSA Schedule is only the first step and what active marketing to agency buyers actually looks like How contract vehicles can be used across commands and even across agencies when one has budget and another has the requirement Why the government is creating specific narrow vehicles like a $5 million roofing IDIQ instead of one general construction award and how to use that to your advantage The one-conversation approach to getting a contracting officer to cut a task order through your existing vehicle instead of writing a new solicitation Chapters: 0:00 - Why agencies still post work you could already win 2:30 - How Sylvia's base vehicle can reach 30 commands 4:30 - Discoverability: the nationwide problem Eric is solving 6:45 - Juliette's IDIQ and three Army site visits 9:30 - The exact words to say to your contracting officer 10:45 - Cross-agency vehicle use and budget transfers Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts. Get your free Daily Alerts here https://getmindy.ai
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On today's episode we will cover Charitable Solicitation Registration! If your nonprofit asks people for donations, you probably need to register with state regulators before you make the ask, and the rules are different in every state. We'll break down what charitable solicitation is, how it differs from your IRS tax-exempt status, what the most common misconceptions are, and what organizations should do to stay compliant with these laws. Today we are thrilled to be joined by our BA Summer Legal intern, Lina Zuluaga. On this Episode Brittany Leonard Tim Mooney Lina Zuluaga (Legal Intern) Shownotes: Opening: Intros (, Brittany, ) 1. - Intro about a. Lina's summer internship experience 2. - Starting with the basics: What is charitable solicitation and why does it exist? a. Charitable solicitation registration is a state law consumer protection requirement i. It is not a federal obligation ii. States require organizations that ask the public for charitable donations to register with a state regulator, usually the Attorney General or Secretary of state, before they begin soliciting b. The purpose is fraud prevention and transparency, not taxation. i. States want to know who is asking their residents for money and how those funds are being used. c. Roughly 40 states, plus D.C. have some form of registration requirement. About 10 states have no general charitable solicitation law. T[LZ1] [BL2] hese states don't have a general pre-registration requirement, though some still impose disclosure or other obligations i. States with no registration requirements include Delaware, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Montana, Nebraska, South Dakota, Vermont, Utah and Wyoming. ii. States with limited, or conditional registration requirements include Texas and Arizona. Their requirements are triggered by fundraising activities rather than a charitable solicitation act. d. The key definitions to understand: i. Solicitation: a request for a contribution for a charitable purpose, through any medium. 1. Example: sending mail to citizens of a particular state, asking them to donate to your cause! ii. Contribution: a gift of money or property 1. Example: receiving a check in the mail from a new donor you've never contacted! 3. -Three registrations commonly confused: IRS tax exempt status, state business registration, and charitable solicitation registration a. IRS 501(c)(3) determination – refers to federal tax-exempt status. The organization is exempt from federal income tax, and donors can deduct contributions. i. Tax exempt status on its own does not authorize fundraising in every state. b. State business registration – is required when a nonprofit has a presence or does business in another state. It's a corporate filing with the Secretary of State. c. Charitable solicitation registration – separate, additional obligation triggered by asking for donations. Many states require nonprofits to submit their IRS determination letter as part of the state registration, underscoring that federal status is a prerequisite, not a substitute. d. Myth #1 – Tax exempt status gives you nationwide solicitation coverage i. Scenario: A newly formed 501(c)(3) receives its IRS determination letter. The board treasurer says: "Awesome! We're good to fundraise everywhere now!" Is that right? ii. No! That's a common misconception. The IRS determination letter means the federal government recognizes the organization as tax-exempt. It says nothing about whether you can legally ask for donations in California, New York, or any other state. There are separate state-level obligations with their own applications, fees, and renewal deadlines to be aware of. e. An IRS determination letter is not a license to fundraise. Federal tax-exempt status and state solicitation registration are separate legal obligations. 4. - Common misconceptions (FAQs) a. - Do I need to register in every state we receive a donation from? For example, my nonprofit is based in Florida, and I receive a donation from someone in Indiana. i. - No. Receiving a donation is not the same as soliciting one. Registration is triggered by making the ask, not by the receipt. ii. - Also, Indiana is one of the states that doesn't have a charitable solicitation registration requirement. So, in this instance, registration wouldn't be required either way. iii. – But this analysis would be different if the donation came from New York after you specifically solicited New York residents. Sending fundraising emails to residents there triggers New York's registration requirement. b. How about if we have a donate button on our website. Do we need to register in all 50 states? i. - The leading guidance comes from the Charleston Principles, developed in 2001 by the National Association of State Charity Officials, or NASCO. ii. - Under the Charleston Principles, a nonprofit generally needs to register in a state if its website specifically targets residents of that state, or if it receives contributions from that state on a repeated, ongoing, or substantial basis. iii. - A purely passive website with a donate button that isn't targeting any particular state generally wouldn't trigger registration everywhere. iv. – That said, the Charleston Principles are guidance, not law. A small number of states including Colorado, Tennessee, and Mississippi, have enacted administrative regulations that mirror the principles' framework with specific numerical thresholds. In those states, the parallel rules are binding law, but their legal force comes from the state rulemaking process, not from the Principles themselves. v. – the practical takeaway for organizations is that the Charleston Principles are a useful starting point, but they are not a safe harbor. You cannot point to them as an excuse for not abiding by state regulation. If you're doing active online fundraising, email campaigns to donors in other states, or geo-targeted advertisement seeking donations in another state, that's going to look a lot more like solicitation than a passive donate button on a website. c. - Do we still need to register if we're a small organization just working with volunteers? i. - In some states, small organizations may qualify for an exemption based on their revenue. ii. -Two important points to consider: 1) thresholds for exemptions vary by state, and 2) many exemptions must be affirmatively claimed. Your organization may need to file a form to claim the exemption. iii. smaller organizations may also wonder about membership dues and conference fees. 5. Membership Dues and Conference Registration Fees a. – That's right. One question that came up during a technical assistance request this summer was whether collecting membership dues and conference registration fees would trigger a charitable solicitation registration. b. - The short answer is generally no, because most states distinguish between charitable solicitations and earned revenue. c. – The Model Act Concerning the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes, drafted by the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) and NASCO in 1986 defines "contribution" as grant, promise, or pledge of value in response to a solicitation, but expressly excludes bona fide fees, dues or assessments paid by members, provided that membership is not conferred solely as consideration for making a contribution in response to a solicitation. d. - Conference registration fees are generally treated the same way. When someone pays to attend a conference and receives programming, materials, and meals of roughly equivalent value, that's program service revenue, not a contribution. e. There's also instances to distinguish when membership fees may be considered solicitation i. – One instance to consider is if membership is granted automatically to anyone who donates in response to solicitation. 1. A membership conferred solely as consideration for a gift may be considered a contribution. ii. – Another instance is if you have a "supporter" tier priced well above the value of benefits. The excess can start to look like a contribution. 1. Contributions dressed up as dues risk losing the bona fide dues exclusion. iii. – Also, if you add an option to donate on a conference registration form, or a 'sponsor and attendee' add-on, you've introduced solicitation into the same transaction. 1. The conference fee itself is earned revenue, but the donation ask is you asking someone for a gift. 6. Practical Compliance a. What does registration actually involve? i. – registration itself is typically straightforward. An application normally asks you to submit your formation documents, IRS determination letter, most recent Form 990, a list of officers and directors, description of fundraising activities, and a filing fee. 1. Some states accept the Unified Registration Statement, which is a multi-state form. Colorado, Florida, and Oklahoma do not accept it. Even states that do accept it may require supplemental documents. ii. – Renewal is also an important compliance consideration. Most states require annual renewal, often tied to the organization's fiscal year-end, with a new Form 990 and fee each cycle. Organizations that miss a renewal may receive noncompliance letters from their state agency for failure to renew. b. What happens if we don't register? i. – The consequences are real and can escalate. Regulators can issue cease and desist orders, which means the organization must stop soliciting and take down donate links. In some cases, they may even have to notify donors. Some states issue fines each day until the violation is corrected. ii. – Beyond direct legal consequences, there's also a reputational impact to consider. Violations can become public record. Some grantors and major donors review registration status as part of due diligence before giving to an organization. c. When should organizations get help? i. – it depends, but organizations may consider their size and the number of states they solicit donations in. For example, small, local organizations with smaller footprints in a few states can likely handle their registration and renewals themselves. Organizations that are soliciting in the double-digit states may want to consider outsourcing their compliance. ii. – Organizations may also consider consulting with their legal counsel. It's helpful to talk to your lawyer when the question stops being "which form do I file" and starts being "what does this statute mean?" Interpreting state definition of contributions, responding to a cease-and-desist letter, structuring a professional fundraiser contract, or navigating a multi-entity fundraising arrangement all entail judgment calls that would be best informed by legal expertise. Resources: · https://afj.org/article/does-your-nonprofit-have-a-donation-page-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ · https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/charitable-organizations/charitable-solicitation-initial-state-registration · 2001 EO CPE Text State Charitable Solicitations Statutes, https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-tege/eotopici01.pdf · https://www.councilofnonprofits.org/running-nonprofit/fundraising-and-resource-development/charitable-solicitation-registration · https://charitystateregistration.org/ · https://www.nasconet.org/resources/state-government
Learning how to reverse engineer government contract pricing can be the difference between a competitive bid and a wasted proposal. In this episode, you'll get a step-by-step method for pulling real spending data on any federal contract and using it to build a winning price, plus how to spot solicitations that are already wired for someone else before you waste time bidding. Learn how to pull an incumbent contract number and use USASpending.gov to see actual dollars spent, not just the awarded ceiling Discover how to use AI tools like ChatGPT or Gemini to reverse engineer labor rates and estimated profit margins from public spending data See a real example of underbidding a 47 million dollar incumbent by dropping from a 30 percent margin to a competitive 12.5 percent Understand the four red flags that signal a solicitation has been scoped out for a specific vendor, including tight geographic radius requirements and unrealistic response windows Get a real world breakdown of an Army hotel solicitation and how ultra specific requirements can quietly disqualify every bidder but one Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.
You got the meeting. Now what? In this installment of Abundant Vision Academy, Tom walks through exactly how to run a donor meeting from start to finish, and why the first 15 minutes have nothing to do with money.You'll learn why you must be upfront about your role as a fundraiser from the very first meeting, how to transition from rapport building to your presentation without it feeling awkward, and what to do when a donor shows up angry. Spoiler: an angry donor is almost always better than an indifferent one. Tom shares the story of a disgruntled dental alum who turned his frustration into tens of thousands of dollars in gifts, and why that outcome was completely predictable.Then Tom gets into the pre-solicitation, the often-skipped step that separates fundraisers who close gifts from those who get surprised by a no. You'll hear how to ask for permission to have the gift conversation, how to read a donor's response when they push back on a number, and why Tom almost always goes in at double what he's hoping to close.This is Parts 6, 7, and 8 of a 10-part series releasing every two weeks. Catch up on earlier installments before tuning in.Looking for fundraising coaching? Check out www.abundantvision.net
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Today's Topics:1. Sound Signature Review 6.231 – LayerX Strake 9 MP5 testing. It's been about 3 months since you've seen the MP5! Welcome back, subgun friends. Today we introduce the relatively light and compact Strake 9. More companies entering the 3D-printed space. Hybrid designs and low back pressure – what happens when the silencer is small? Can this beat the HUXWRX Cash 9 at its own game? Introduction to the report published today. (00:08:40)2. Listener Questions are back! Let's dive back into Solicitation 8, answer your queries, and learn more about silencers! You can always find the other episodes with Listener Questions over the years by clicking on this metadata tag. It will pull up all the Listener Questions episodes on our website! (00:23:11)Sponsored by Legion Athletics and the PEW Science Laboratory!Legion Athletics: use code pewscience for BOGO off your entire first order and 20% cash back always!
Retired agent Eric Robinson reviews a case where the subject provided thousands of dollars to a terrorist organization to support violent jihad. After he was arrested, the subject solicited the murder of the federal judge presiding over his case. Eric led the undercover operation where an agent posed as a "hitman" to record the plot to kill the judge. Eric received the U.S. Attorney General's Award for his work on this matter. He served in the FBI for over 23 years. Check out episode show notes, photos, and related articles: https://jerriwilliams.com/403-eric-robinson-solicitation-for-murder-of-federal-judge/ Join my Reader Team to get the FBI Reading Resource - Books about the FBI, written by FBI agents, the 20 clichés about the FBI Reality Checklist, and keep up to date on the FBI in books, TV, and movies via my monthly email. Join here. http://eepurl.com/dzCCmL Buy me a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/JerriWilliams Check out my FBI books, non-fiction and crime fiction, available as audiobooks, ebooks and paperbacks wherever books are sold. https://jerriwilliams.com/books/
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Dan and Scott share a model anti solicitation policy that school districts could use to ban sales agents from campuses. Downloadable Model Anti Sales Agent Solicitation Policy Podcast: California Tries to Ban 403(b) Sales Agents From Campuses 457bwiser.org Learned by Being Burned (short pod series about K-12 403(b) issues) 403bwise.org Meridian Wealth Management 403bwise & 457bwiser Facebook Group Nothing presented or discussed is to be construed as investment or tax advice. This can be secured from a vetted Certified Financial Planner (CFP®).
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Government proposal mistakes are quietly disqualifying small businesses before the government ever looks at their price — and most contractors never know exactly why they lost. In this episode, Zach Golden break down real-world examples of how contradictions in solicitations and missed documentation requirements are sinking bids, and exactly how AI tools can catch those errors before you submit. What you'll learn in this episode: How to handle contradictory solicitation documents when two sections say completely different things about scope, the right move is to document it in writing and contact the contracting officer immediately, not assume Why a client won a contract protest after the incumbent was re-awarded despite poor past performance and how a change in contracting officers created the gap that made it possible How a single missing sentence about employee sign-in sheets caused a technically unacceptable rating on a $20M+ proposal, even after weeks of careful preparation Why "not technically acceptable" is the worst outcome in a federal bid it means the government never even looked at your price, and all your pricing work is wasted How AI tools today can systematically scan your proposal and the solicitation for internal contradictions, flag gaps, and ask the compliance questions that experienced proposal writers would catch EPISODE CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Mindy AI intro and why small businesses need it 0:30 - Federal Help Center podcast welcome and episode overview 0:55 - Solicitation contradictions and what to do when documents conflict 2:03 - FAA contract case study and the incumbent protest story 3:36 - Award canceled after protest and client gets a second chance 4:05 - Why documenting every discrepancy in writing protects your bid 4:47 - Using AI to find contradictions and send them to the contracting officer 5:51 - How the community uses AI prompts to surface proposal conflicts 6:29 - The $20M Jamtoyle contract and the technically unacceptable rejection 7:42 - The missing sign-in sheet sentence that killed a weeks-long proposal 8:53 - How AI would have caught that error and what it means for you today 9:18 - Federal Help Center community close and final call to action Mindy gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.
Today's Topics:1. Sound Signature Review 6.225 – the Dead Air Lazarus 6 on the 10.3-in 5.56 MK18. Triskelion technology in a rifle silencer – similar to the technology you saw in the Mojave evaluation, but with some twists. How does the Lazarus 6 stack up in this ultra-competitive and saturated rifle silencer market of 2026? High flow rate. Consistent performance. Does it do what you need? Introduction to today's report containing two tests – Xeno and direct-thread. (00:07:25)2. Listener Questions are back – let's dive into Solicitation 8 again and see what nuggets of knowledge you folks are pursuing today. (00:32:14)Sponsored by Legion Athletics and the PEW Science Laboratory!Legion Athletics: use code pewscience for BOGO off your entire first order and 20% cash back always!
Government contracting partnerships are the fastest way for small businesses to win federal work without burning out trying to do it alone. In this episode of the Federal Help Center podcast, Eric Coffie breaks down how to team up with other contractors, divide responsibilities by strength, and turn small wins into a repeatable bidding system that scales. Discover why winning your first federal contract solo is the wrong long-term strategy and how to bring partners in on responses, project management, and information gathering Learn how to structure prime and sub relationships so you handle what you are good at and let your partner run what slows you down See how stacking related NAICS codes like graphic design, marketing, training, video, and admin creates more bidding lanes without overextending your capabilities Hear real examples of small awards under $10,000 that built the foundation for five-year contracts and recurring federal work Get the warning signs to watch for in non-compete clauses, sneaky scope creep at kickoff meetings, and contract delays that put you sixty days behind before you even start EPISODE CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Welcome to the Federal Help Center podcast 0:28 - Building skills through partnerships not solo work 1:25 - Prime sub teaming on a five year award 1:54 - Why project management is a separate beast 2:50 - Switching roles based on real strengths 3:19 - New skills small businesses can offer agencies 3:48 - Checking in with the cohort on progress 4:18 - Finding partners with matching NAICS codes 4:45 - Anatomy of a solicitation in pro plan 5:12 - Starting small with two thousand dollar awards 5:42 - Contract delays and sixty day kickoff lag 6:10 - Non compete clauses and scope of work tips 6:36 - Winning new business through cohort networking 7:27 - Stacking NAICS codes that relate to each other Federalhelpcenter.com is where this community of small business contractors lives. Join us, connect with other entrepreneurs on the same path, and start finding partners you can actually bid alongside. Market Intelligence gives you the federal opportunities, agency signals, recompete intel, and pursuit briefs that tell you not just what contracts exist, but which ones to chase and how to win them. Sign up for free Daily Alerts and get opportunities delivered to your inbox before the day starts.
Can't get too far before another event peeks its head over the horizon. But after going through the details, we're actually pretty into this one! We're talking about the upcoming DNX! Haven't heard of DNX? Neither had Alicia! Free Comic Book Day gave us our first look at what's to come. We go through those new pages along with the solicitations and burning questions. DNX Event Marketing Copy - 5:15 | Issue 1 Solicitation - 11:32 | Gifting Mutant Powers - 15:33 | Free Comic Book Day Preview - 22:01 | Thanks for joining us in our nineteenth episode of an evolving new format. We're trying out different ways to talk about things within continuity that excited us and we'd love to hear what you think! Leave us a review, send us a DM or shout from the telepathic rooftops! It's all greatly appreciated.
Brethren, this Short Talk Bulletin Podcast episode was written by Exceedingly Worshipful Bro Alphonse Cerza and first published in February 1983. Every Freemason knows, at least in a general way, that there is a rule against soliciting anyone to become a member of our gentle Craft. This rule, however, is misunderstood and misapplied by many members. Here, we find an excellent explanation of this rule, and how and why it might, or might not, apply. Enjoy, and do share this and all of these Podcast episodes with your brothers and your Lodge.
Today's Topics:1. Sound Signature Review 6.222 – the JK Armament PRO-KOR 556K on the 10.3-in 5.56 MK18. The last MK18 data we published was back in December. How does this new advanced entry from JK Armament fair compared to the competition? The Top 5 and Bottom 5 performers on the MK18 are showcased in this report. Introductory discussion. (00:06:54)2. Listener Questions are back! We last hit this segment in Episode 266 last year. Let's wrap up the 7th Solicitation so we can get ready to answer your questions from Solicitation 8! (00:26:11)Sponsored by - Silencer Shop, Top Gun Range Houston, Legion Athletics, Capitol Armory, and the PEW Science Laboratory!Legion Athletics: use code pewscience for BOGO off your entire first order and 20% cash back always!Magpul code PSTEN
An actress told a story about a celebrity couple soliciting her for a threesome, and the audio is shocking.
A South Florida father says a high school coach crossed the line with his teenage daughter, and now the man is facing felony charges. A Savannah, Georgia school is grieving after a teacher is killed just outside campus when a driver fleeing federal immigration agents ran a red light and slammed into her car during the morning commute. Florida Man tries to burglarize a landscaping van—and ends up trapped inside screaming for help. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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As Atlanta moves into 2026, local journalism faces a defining moment. Ron explores what it means as the Atlanta Journal-Constitution ends its print edition and goes fully digital, signaling a broader shift in how news is consumed. Matt Scott, executive director of the Atlanta Community Press Collective, joins the show to explain how nonprofit, grassroots outlets are filling gaps left by corporate media—and why community support is now essential.On the national stage, James Comer (R-Kentucky) is a lot like the Wile E. Coyote cartoon character, in Ron's opinion: always chasing after something that'll get him crushed. This time it's testimony from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The more we learn about the Minnesota fraud story, the better Walz is going to look when he's mopping up the floor with Congressional Republicans if he goes.Later, Ron speaks with Darl Champion of the Champion Firm about concerns over-aggressive client solicitation practices (we think "ambulance chasers," they call 'em "runners") in the Georgia legal profession and what consumers should know after an accident. BONUS: Ron's 2026 Resolutions and predictions.Tune in to catch the Ron Show weekdays from 4-6pm Eastern time on Georgia NOW! Grab the app or listen online at heargeorgianow.com.#RonRoberts #MattScott #DarlChampion #AtlantaCommunityPressCollective #GeorgiaLaw #LocalJournalism #AtlantaNews #MediaTrust #HearGeorgiaNow #TheRonShow
The Court of Federal Claims has rejected a post-award protest from Active Deployment Systems, which argued ICE awarded too many IDIQ contracts for detention services. The decision underscores that disputes over solicitation language and pricing structures must be raised before bidding, not after award. Zach Prince, Partner at Haynes Boone, explains what lessons we can take from this case.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Today, Blair discusses Senate Bill 140, a new Texas law that changes how real estate professionals can contact clients.
Unethical attorney solicitation is more common than you think—especially after a catastrophic truck crash. In this episode, David shares why he wrote his book "It's Never Been Easier to Hire the Wrong Attorney" and what families need to know to avoid falling for marketing traps, lead generators, and unethical legal referrals.Whether it's someone handing you a business card in the hospital or a random person showing up with a police report “to help,” David breaks down how these tactics work—and why they're often illegal or against ethical rules.✔️ Learn how to spot red flags after a truck accident✔️ Understand why hiring the right lawyer is critical to your case✔️ Find out how to report unethical solicitation✔️ Get a free copy of David's book to help you make the right decisionIf you or a loved one has been in a serious truck crash, this episode will help you avoid the most dangerous mistake people make—choosing the wrong lawyer.David Craig is Board-Certified in Truck Accident Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy (NBTA), which is accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
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This conversation delves into the complexities of criminal law, focusing on derivative liability, complicity, solicitation, conspiracy, and attempt. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the nuances of mens rea and actus reus, as well as the implications of legal standards and human psychology in the application of these laws. The conversation emphasizes the need for clarity in legal definitions and the potential for bias in judicial outcomes.In the realm of criminal law, understanding the nuances of derivative liability and inchoate offenses is crucial for both students and practitioners. These areas, often perceived as complex, require a deep dive into the principles of policy, specific intent, and the systematic application of rules.Derivative Liability: Derivative liability, particularly accomplice liability, holds individuals accountable for crimes committed by others if they assist or encourage the crime with a shared criminal purpose. The law requires affirmative assistance, not mere presence, to establish liability. This principle ensures that only those who actively contribute to a crime are held responsible.Inchoate Offenses: Inchoate offenses, such as solicitation, conspiracy, and attempt, focus on the intent and actions leading up to a crime. Solicitation is complete upon the request to commit a crime, while conspiracy involves an agreement to commit a crime, often requiring an overt act. Attempt, on the other hand, punishes those who take substantial steps towards committing a crime, even if the crime is not completed.The Role of Intent: Intent plays a pivotal role in these legal concepts. For accomplice liability, dual intent is necessary: the intent to aid and the mens rea for the target crime. In inchoate offenses, specific intent is paramount, guiding the legal standards for solicitation, conspiracy, and attempt.Conclusion: Navigating the complexities of derivative liability and inchoate offenses requires a thorough understanding of both the legal definitions and their practical applications. As future legal professionals, recognizing the human elements that influence legal judgments is essential for striving towards justice.Subscribe now to stay informed on the latest insights in criminal law.TakeawaysDerivative liability involves holding individuals accountable for crimes committed by others.Understanding the difference between common law and model penal code rules is crucial.Active involvement is necessary for complicity; mere presence is not enough.Omission can lead to liability if there is a legal duty to act.The Pinkerton rule expands liability to foreseeable consequences of conspiratorial actions.The model penal code focuses on individual culpability rather than broad liability.Solicitation is complete upon the act of asking someone to commit a crime.Conspiracy does not merge with the completed crime, allowing for separate charges.Specific intent is required for both conspiracy and attempt.Legal standards can be influenced by human psychology and biases.criminal law, derivative liability, complicity, solicitation, conspiracy, attempt, mens rea, actus reus, legal standards, bias
Consultant Barbara Shelton shares how deep donor profiles and meaningful conversations transform campaigns. In this episode of ChatBytes, she reveals how researchers, consultants, and gift officers can slow down, ask better questions, and raise both their expectations—and their results. Read More in the Learning Edge Blog Resources Mentioned Connect with Barbara Shelton | LinkedIn Explore the Aspire Research Group Learn more about M.Gale
In this episode of Good Morning Liberty, Nate Thurston and Charles 'Chuck' Thompson discuss a variety of topics, starting with their new studio setup and a humorous exchange about a convenience store chain. They delve into Nate's recent trip to Yellowstone as well as the challenges of staying connected in today's world. The duo addresses the ongoing war in Ukraine, the European leaders' meetings in Washington, and the potential for peace talks led by Trump. They also tackle the controversy surrounding an Israeli government official caught in a child solicitation sting in Nevada. Finally, they discuss the potential dangers of radioactive shrimp sold at Walmart, highlighting how government budget cuts can affect food safety. The episode combines light-hearted banter with in-depth discussions on current events, making it an engaging listen. (06:12) European Leaders and Zelensky's Visit (09:55) Trump's Efforts to End the War (18:58) Press Secretary's Response and Media Tactics (26:19) Casualties of War (26:36) Possible Outcomes of the Ukraine-Russia Conflict (27:32) Diplomacy and Virtue Signaling (29:04) Public Opinion Polls on Ukraine (31:21) Trump's Controversial Comments (35:26) Israeli Official's Scandal in Vegas (51:51) Radioactive Shrimp Warning Links: https://gml.bio.link/ YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv Check out Martens Minute! https://martensminute.podbean.com/ Follow Josh Martens on X: https://twitter.com/joshmartens13 CB Distillery 25% off with promo code GML cbdistillery.com Join the Fed Haters Club! joingml.com secure.thomasmassie.com/donate
Understanding Inchoate Crimes: Definition and Significance In the world of criminal law, we often think of crimes in terms of completed acts. However, the legal system also prosecutes individuals for inchoate crimes, which are offenses that are not yet complete. The word "inchoate" comes from the Latin inchoare, meaning "to begin" or "to start," perfectly capturing the essence of these offenses.What are Inchoate Crimes?An inchoate crime is a crime of preparing for or seeking to commit another crime. These crimes are significant because they allow law enforcement to intervene and prevent more serious offenses from occurring. The core idea is that the intent to commit a crime, when coupled with a substantial step toward its commission, is itself a punishable offense. The three main types of inchoate crimes are:Attempt: This is perhaps the most common inchoate crime. It involves the specific intent to commit a crime and a significant act toward its commission. For example, if someone intends to rob a bank and is caught placing a ski mask and a weapon in their car as they drive to the bank, they could be charged with attempted robbery. The act must go beyond mere preparation and move toward the actual commission of the offense.Conspiracy: Conspiracy is an agreement between two or more people to commit a crime. The key element is the agreement itself, followed by an overt act by one of the co-conspirators in furtherance of the crime. The act doesn't have to be a crime in itself; it just needs to show that the plan is moving forward. For instance, if two people agree to steal a car and one of them buys a tool to break into it, they could both be charged with conspiracy.Solicitation: This involves persuading, encouraging, or commanding another person to commit a crime. The crime is complete once the person asks or hires someone to commit the offense, regardless of whether the other person agrees or if the crime is actually carried out. For example, if you offer a friend money to break into your rival's house, you could be charged with solicitation, even if your friend refuses.Why Are They So Important?The legal concept of inchoate crimes is vital for several reasons:Crime Prevention: Prosecuting inchoate crimes allows the criminal justice system to intervene before a more serious offense can be completed. This can save lives, prevent property damage, and protect the public. By arresting someone for attempted murder, for instance, a life is potentially saved.Punishing Dangerous Intent: Inchoate crimes recognize that the intent to harm, when combined with a concrete step toward that goal, is a social harm in itself. It demonstrates a dangerous mindset and a willingness to break the law, which warrants punishment regardless of the outcome.Deterrence: The existence of these laws acts as a deterrent. Knowing that you can be prosecuted for planning a crime, even if you don't succeed, may discourage people from taking those initial steps.Understanding inchoate crimes is crucial for anyone interested in law. These offenses highlight a fundamental principle of our legal system: criminal responsibility isn't solely based on outcomes, but also on intent and the actions taken to achieve that intent. They serve as a proactive measure to protect society from individuals who demonstrate a clear and present danger.TakeawaysInchoate crimes focus on incomplete actions towards a crime.Attempt requires specific intent and a substantial step.Conspiracy is a powerful prosecutorial tool due to its evidentiary advantages.The MPC allows for earlier intervention in criminal attempts than common law.Legal impossibility can be a defense to attempt, but factual impossibility is not.Conspiracy does not merge with the completed crime, unlike attempt and solicitation.Solicitation is complete upon making a request, regardless of the response.Withdrawal from conspiracy does not negate the conspiracy itself but can limit future liability.
Fundraising professionals often ask Petrus about the nuances of soliciting donations. Join Andrew and Rhen as they tackle two of the most frequently asked questions that every development professional faces: How many donor visits should happen before making the ask? There's no magic number, but timing and relationship-building are crucial. Andrew breaks down the factors that determine when you're ready to make your move.Is it acceptable to solicit major gifts over Zoom? The pandemic changed everything about donor engagement, but does virtual fundraising actually work for significant asks?While these questions might seem straightforward, the answers involve complex considerations about relationship cultivation and strategic timing. Andrew provides practical insights and real-world examples that will help you approach your next solicitation with confidence.
Today's Topics:1. Sound Signature Review 6.193 – Combat Application Technologies CAT/TSWIF on the 14.5 5.56 M4. This is a “blast diverter” micro silencer; it is intended to be used with blast diverters and flash suppressors from Apparition Instruments, Noveske Rifleworks, and others. If you are avoiding SBR registration, does something like this work? Quick intro to the system. (00:07:35)2. Listener Questions are Back! Let's dive back into the 7th Solicitation. It's been a minute. Let's dive back in and answer your queries. (00:25:10)Sponsored by - Silencer Shop, Top Gun Range Houston, Legion Athletics, Capitol Armory, and the PEW Science Laboratory!Legion Athletics: use code pewscience for BOGO off your entire first order and 20% cash back always!Magpul: Use code PSTEN to receive $10 off your order of $100 or more at Magpul
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In this recap episode, Heather Winchell and Andy Brennan revisit their conversation with veteran fundraiser Ekren Miller. Discover why fundraising is an invitation—not begging—and how to cultivate donors through his “Four Pillars” framework: Qualification, Cultivation, Solicitation, and Stewardship. Hear creative cultivation ideas (from yard work to babysitting!), learn how to handle “no” with resilience, and uncover why fundraising shapes who you become. Tune in and walk away with concrete strategies to build lasting donor relationships.Key TakeawaysFundraising Is Invitation: Embrace generosity as relationship, not transaction. Four‑Pillar Framework: Qualify → Cultivate → Solicit → Steward. Creative Cultivation: Offer your time & talents to deepen donor trust. “Go Until No”: Persist until you hear an explicit refusal. Mindset Shift: View “no” as circumstance, and lean on discipline over emotion. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your network. Follow It's Not About the Money for more insightful discussions on faith-based fundraising and support raising!Get help today! Visit www.provisiofundraising.comFollow along @ its.not.about.the.money.pod. . . . .THANKS FOR LISTENING!
A teen sex solicitation bill that has sparked criticism from Republicans and divides among Democrats. Also, a conversation with the organization Decarcerate Sacramento. Finally, Music in the Mountains at the Mondavi Center. Teen Sex Solicitation Bill
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Listen to Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler discuss Trump's and Israel's options to prevent Iranian nuclear weapons, Great Britain's illegal immigration, the grooming of young girls, those who deal with the fallout from illegal immigration and those who don't, solicitation of boys 16 years of age, and Maine assault on democracy and free speech.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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James Burke is a former law enforcement official who served as the Chief of Police in Suffolk County, Long Island, New York. His tenure as chief was marked by both accomplishments and controversies.Some key points about James Burke's career include:Law Enforcement Career: Burke had a long career in law enforcement, rising through the ranks in the Suffolk County Police Department. He eventually became the Chief of Department, the highest-ranking uniformed officer.Controversies: Burke's time as chief was marred by various controversies. One of the most significant incidents involved his arrest and subsequent conviction for violating the civil rights of a suspect. He was accused of assaulting a suspect who had stolen items from his vehicle, and then orchestrating a cover-up involving other officers.Resignation: Due to the controversies and legal issues surrounding his actions, James Burke resigned from his position as Chief of Police in 2015. His resignation followed mounting pressure and legal actions against him.Legal Consequences: Burke's actions led to his conviction in federal court in 2016. He was sentenced to prison for his role in the assault and cover-up, receiving a 46-month prison sentence.Impact: James Burke's case drew significant attention to issues of police misconduct and abuse of power within the Suffolk County Police Department. It also highlighted the importance of accountability and transparency in law enforcement.You now also add to his list of shame a solicitation charge he just caught at park in Long Island where he solicited an undercover PARK RANGER during a sting operation and ultimately ended up getting cuffed. This comes a few weeks after Rex Heuermann was arrested as the alleged Long Island Serial Killer. (commercial at 10:50)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Disgraced Long Island police chief James Burke who botched Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann probe is seen leaving jail after being busted for 'offering male undercover cop oral sex' at 10am in prostitution sting | Daily Mail Online
Send us a textColin and Russ discuss the fascinating case against Dr. James Craig, a Colorado dentist who is accused of murdering his wife in 2023. His legal challenges were complicated in late 2024 when he was additionally charged with attempting to hire a fellow inmate to kill the lead detective investigating him. Colin and Russ break down the evidence, possible defenses and make their predictions about the outcome of the case. Plus, a new Is This Legal scenario and a new DCOTW. Listen here!
It's a recurring question the life of a fundraiser: "How much money should I request from a donor when I meet with them?" If that's a question that continues to baffle you, we have good news! Andrew and Rhen return with an episode on tools you can use to determine the appropriate dollar amounts for donor asks. In this epsiode, Andrew shares his experiences with determining donor ask amounts. He highlights tools he uses to help him come up with his ask range, and he discusses the clues you can look for in your initial interactions to help you determine ask amounts down the road. Most importantly, however, Andrew emphasizes the need for boldness when you make your asks. The consequences of being bold are often much less than the lost opportunity that comes with caution.
GSA is revising the solicitation and updating information about SINs across industrial categories. Of interest to all, GSA is revising the SCLS Wage Determinations and the Price Proposal Templates again, so if you're in the middle of working up a modification, go get the latest templates in the show notes. For all other updates, hop into the episode! As always if you have any questions, or if you'd like direct support from a GSA consultant to help with a specific project please feel free to reach out to us at podcast@elevategsa.comFor more episodes: www.elevategsa.com/podcastHelpful Links:GSA Interact post for Refresh 23: https://buy.gsa.gov/interact/community/6/activity-feed/post/edfd6ba8-b199-492a-8c00-2f173d87405a/Advanced_Notice_for_MAS_Refresh_23_and_Upcoming_Mass_Modification_-_POST_UPDATED_12_11_2024 Mass Mod Portal: https://mcm.fas.gsa.gov/cmservlet/massMods/initialView.htm
Do we need to give Tzedakah to everyone who asks? Should we give to someone who refuses to work? What if you think the person asking does not look legit? What if he smokes? Or he's an alcoholic or uses drugs? Host: Ari Wasserman, author of the newly published, revised and expanded book Making it Work, on workplace challenges with Dr. Shlomo Black – Psychologist and Research Associate at the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) – 13:47 with Rabbi Shimon Taub – Author of The Laws of Tzedakah and Maaser (Artscoll) – 40:40 with Shimshon Katz – Gabbai, Congregation Kahal Avreichim (the “Boat Shul”) in Toronto – 1:07:33 מראי מקומות
[SEGMENT 2-1] Predicting Leftism Donald Trump has a knack for predicting the future. And I know why he's good at it. He's aware; he pays attention. He's a seeker of the truth. [X] SB – Trump predicted Adams' indictment I said almost the same identical thing… [SEGMENT 2-2] Eric Adams lesson Lots to discuss today and I want to discuss a powerful Democrat as a metaphor. Because he represents that can and will happen to you when you buck the system. We will also discuss Trump's recent victories, which the media doesn't want to highlight. I will highlight things in between that might be of interest, and we will see where the show goes from there. Thanks for being here. A couple of things. We are planning a big event with Hillsdale College in Feb, and for those who would like to support it and get a tax-deduction, please visit SEE.org and donate there. Details of the event will be forthcoming. [X] – Eric Adams addresses upcoming indictment [SEGMENT 2-3] Eric Adams charged 1 The Biden family has 20 shells companies, dozens of LLCs, 150+ SARS reports, and money wires from multiple countries, and NYC Mayor Eric Adams gets hit with 5 criminal counts. Did they think this Black man was Eric TRUMP? Babylon Bee headline: Black man faces punishment for disobeying his Democrat masters https://x.com/TheBabylonBee/status/1839348638419415328 5 counts; don't know whether he did it or not. Conspiracy to commit wire fraud Bribery Wire fraud Solicitation of foreign contribution [X] SB – Adams slashed funding for illegals [SEGMENT 2-4] Eric Adams charged 2 They chose a BROTHER to prosecute Harris. Black on black crime. Damian Williams is the US Attorney who got the gig. I wonder if he volunteered? Where is the outcry from Black Democrats? For two reasons. One: I guarantee you he did nothing that Obama, Clinton, Biden didn't do. Two: They chose a brother to get him. Over $100,000? I'm not buying this. Bloomberg was worth $4B when he became mayor of NYC. When he left, he was worth over $40B How do you gain that much wealth while running one of the largest cities in the world? Guess who wants to run NYC? Andrew Cuomo The Love Gov is willing to become the Love Mayor Speaking of NYC, DeBlasio's wife can't account for $850M in funds given to mental health… Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-kevin-jackson-show--2896352/support.
Today's Topics:1. Sound Signature Review 6.162 – the Combat Application Technologies CAT/SC/B1 on the HK P30L. Full power subsonic 9mm. There have been several pivotal moments in pistol suppression over the past few decades. This may be another. Check out how the CAT SB-SHOCK technology performs in the modular CAT SC, in both long and short configurations, in the analytical test report white paper published with today's episode. Introductory discussion. (00:09:39)2. Listener Questions are back! Let's head back into the 7th Solicitation and answer more of your queries. It has never been a better time to be a silencer consumer, in history. What types of things are you folks wondering about? (00:33:35)Sponsored by - Silencer Shop, Top Gun Range Houston, Legion Athletics, Capitol Armory, and the PEW Science Laboratory!Legion Athletics: use code pewscience for 20% off your first order and double points!Magpul: Use code PSTEN to receive $10 off your order of $100 or more at Magpul