Government Contractors: The Five Questions Officials Discuss When You're Not in the Room

1. Does the solution offered solve our community's problem, or is it just a band-aid?

• Government officials are keenly interested in long-term solutions, not just check-the-box maneuvers. These individuals live in the communities where there aren't enough sidewalks or the schools aren't as safe as parents want them to be.

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2. Were these contractors detailed enough to avoid financial overruns or failures?

• Remember, this is an "egg on the face" moment if the project doesn't work. Officials need assurance that the contractors are thorough and reliable.

3. Can our government teams work with these contractors??

• How does this contractor handle customer service issues with government teams? Can they be trusted? Government teams often consist of long-serving members at local, state, or federal levels who do much of the heavy lifting. Their concerns and thoughts are crucial.

4. Did we get the information in time??

• Transparency and easy access to information are key. Governments need sufficient notice to determine whether to move forward with a pre-RFP product or service and to schedule it accordingly.

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5. Is the contract government-ready? Contracts must include provisions like non-disclosure and data privacy that adhere to public records rules. If these provisions are absent, will the contractors work with government officials to amend them?

6. One extra: Who else have they worked with or are currently working with?

• ?It's much easier to collaborate with government teams if there are examples of successful partnerships with other government entities. Officials prefer projects with a higher likelihood of success and often rely on proven track records.

I compiled this with insights from experience and a great resource out of Idaho called "Top 10 Things to Know When Dealing with Government Entities" by Alexandrea A. Breshears and Emily D. Kane. If you haven't read it yet, you should! ??

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How Cloverleaf AI Solves These Issues:

1. Direct Insight: Cloverleaf AI allows you to be in every meeting and hear directly from officials what is important to them. This ensures you offer long-term solutions, not just band-aids.
2. Comprehensive Details: Cloverleaf AI outlines all known details of the project. This allows you to budget the project correctly and discuss how you will ensure its success.
3. Insight and Access: With insights into every meeting, you can see who spoke, how they spoke, and what matters to them. This enables you to plan your proposal with pinpoint accuracy. Additionally, if you have specific questions, you can use our contact information to connect directly with the relevant government official or team member.
4. Real-time Alerts: Sends real-time alerts about pre-RFP opportunities and critical updates.