Government Contracting Glossary
Master the language of government contracting. Browse 498 terms covering regulations, contract types, procurement processes, and more.
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SME (Subject Matter Expert)
A Subject Matter Expert (SME) is an individual with extensive knowledge and experience in a specific field, crucial for government contracts.
SOO (Statement Of Objectives)
The SOO outlines the government's high-level goals for a project, giving contractors flexibility in proposing solutions.
SOP (Standard Operating Procedure)
SOPs are detailed, written instructions used to achieve uniformity of performance of a specific function, especially important in government contracting.
SOW (Statement Of Work)
The Statement of Work (SOW) details the activities, deliverables, and timeline a contractor must execute to fulfill a government contract.
SPO (System Program Office)
The System Program Office (SPO) manages major weapon systems or IT programs across their entire lifecycle, critical for government contractors.
SRR (System Requirements Review)
A System Requirements Review (SRR) ensures system requirements are complete and consistent, before design begins, minimizing costly rework.
SSA (Social Security Administration)
The SSA independently procures goods and services, offering opportunities for government contractors, particularly in IT and healthcare support.
SSA (Source Selection Authority)
The SSA is the individual responsible for selecting the winning proposal in a competitive government procurement. Learn their role and importance.
SSAC (Source Selection Advisory Council)
The SSAC is a team evaluating proposals in government contracting, offering recommendations to the Source Selection Authority (SSA).
SSET (Source Selection Evaluation Team)
The SSET is responsible for evaluating proposals in government procurements and providing recommendations to the Source Selection Authority.
SSN (Sources Sought Notice)
A Sources Sought Notice (SSN) is used by government agencies to gather information about potential qualified contractors.
SSP (System Security Plan)
An SSP is a formal document outlining security controls for an information system, crucial for government contractors handling sensitive data.