Contemporaries, Inc

10/15/2026

What happens when small business agility meets decades of federal experience? Agencies gain a responsive partner that understands the federal environment while offering the flexibility to quickly address evolving requirements. As a Woman-Owned Small Business, Contemporaries combines proven federal performance with the responsiveness, experience, and accountability agencies need to move their missions forward. Learn more about Contemporaries: www.contemps.com

We provide temporary staffing services in Silver Spring and the DC area (federal, private sector). We offer temporary employment and permanent placement.

10/13/2026

Federal requirements can evolve quickly, and agencies need partners prepared to evolve with them. Woman-Owned Small Businesses can bring the agility, responsiveness, and specialized expertise needed to address changing priorities and emerging mission requirements. With more than 30 years of federal experience, Contemporaries combines small business flexibility with proven performance, quality, and a longstanding commitment to federal mission success. Learn more: www.contemps.com

We provide temporary staffing services in Silver Spring and the DC area (federal, private sector). We offer temporary employment and permanent placement.

10/08/2026

The right acquisition strategy can help agencies access the expertise they need while reducing unnecessary procurement complexity. WOSB set-asides and sole-source opportunities can provide eligible federal requirements with an efficient, compliant pathway to experienced small business partners ready to support the mission. Contemporaries is proud to bring decades of federal experience to that partnership. www.contemps.com

We provide temporary staffing services in Silver Spring and the DC area (federal, private sector). We offer temporary employment and permanent placement.

10/06/2026

Contemporaries was honored to co-sponsor and take part in yesterday’s Veterans Institute for Procurement (VIP) Golf Tournament! Our team enjoyed a beautiful day on the course connecting with the GovCon community while supporting a cause that makes a real difference. The annual tournament helps support the VIP Program, which provides training and resources to help veteran-owned small businesses succeed in the federal contracting marketplace. Thank you to VIP and everyone who helped make the tournament such a great event. We were proud to be part of it! Learn more about VIP and how you can support the program here: https://nationalvip.org/golf-tournament

10/01/2026

Next week, the Contemporaries team is excited to hit the course for the Veterans Institute for Procurement (VIP) Golf Tournament! We’re proud to co-sponsor and participate in this annual event supporting the VIP Program and its mission to help veteran-owned small businesses grow and succeed in the federal marketplace.
We’re looking forward to a great day of golf, connecting with the GovCon community, and supporting an important cause! Learn more about the tournament and VIP Program here: https://nationalvip.org/golf-tournament

The VIP Golf Tournament raises vital funds each year so that Veteran-Owned Small Businesses can participate in VIP training events at no cost.

09/24/2026

Finding qualified professionals is only the beginning. Keeping great people in place is what creates long-term value.
Contemporaries maintains a 95% retention rate and has placed more than 1,000 professionals with NIH since 2010. We take the time to understand each requirement, carefully vet candidates, and support our professionals throughout their assignments. That commitment helps our clients maintain continuity, preserve institutional knowledge, and keep critical work moving forward.
Learn more about our performance: https://contemps.com/performance/

Contemporaries is an employment agency in the Washington, DC area. Learn about our performance including quality candidates, high retention rates, and global placements.

09/22/2026

Since 1991, Contemporaries has helped federal agencies find the experienced professionals and responsive solutions they need to accomplish their missions.
As a Woman-Owned Small Business, we combine more than three decades of federal experience with the flexibility and personal attention of a family-owned company. From scientific and technical expertise to program management, acquisition, administrative, and specialized professional support, our goal remains the same: provide the right solution for each client.
More than 35 years later, we’re proud to continue supporting the people and programs that keep important federal missions moving forward. Learn more: https://www.contemps.com

09/17/2026

Federal acquisition planning doesn't always require following the same path as the previous contract. For an eligible 8(a) follow-on, the FAR Overhaul Part 19 guidance provides a pathway to competitive WOSB/EDWOSB set-asides when the applicable requirements are satisfied. That means acquisition teams may have another way to maintain small business participation while expanding opportunities for qualified women-owned businesses. Read FAR Overhaul Part 19: https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-19

FAR Overhaul - Part 19 Part 19 - Small Business19.000 Scope of part.19.001 Definitions.Subpart 19.1 - Presolicitation19.101 Small business goals.19.102 Coordination.19.103 Small business size standards.19.104 Small business set-asides19.104-1 Total small business set-asides.19.104-2 Partial small bu...

09/15/2026

Could a WOSB strategy work for your next 8(a) follow-on?
Under the applicable FAR Overhaul Part 19 guidance, certain 8(a) follow-on requirements may transition to a competitive WOSB/EDWOSB set-aside without a separate SBA release when the applicable conditions are met. It is another option for acquisition teams to consider when planning upcoming recompetes and evaluating opportunities for small business competition. Learn more directly from Acquisition.gov: https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-19

FAR Overhaul - Part 19 Part 19 - Small Business19.000 Scope of part.19.001 Definitions.Subpart 19.1 - Presolicitation19.101 Small business goals.19.102 Coordination.19.103 Small business size standards.19.104 Small business set-asides19.104-1 Total small business set-asides.19.104-2 Partial small bu...

09/10/2026

Planning the follow-on to an existing 8(a) requirement? The FAR Overhaul Part 19 guidance provides acquisition teams with additional flexibility when considering their next small business strategy, including the ability to pursue an eligible follow-on as a competitive WOSB/EDWOSB set-aside when applicable requirements are met. For contracting officers, understanding these options can help identify the right acquisition path while continuing to support small business participation. Explore FAR Overhaul Part 19: https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/far-part-deviation-guide/far-overhaul-part-19

FAR Overhaul - Part 19 Part 19 - Small Business19.000 Scope of part.19.001 Definitions.Subpart 19.1 - Presolicitation19.101 Small business goals.19.102 Coordination.19.103 Small business size standards.19.104 Small business set-asides19.104-1 Total small business set-asides.19.104-2 Partial small bu...