The Federal Sub Academy blog
Plain-English guidance on federal subcontracting, written for the people doing the work.
The Paperwork Subcontractors Must Master to Win Federal Work
The core federal subcontract paperwork every subcontractor should master — SF 1413, daily reports, certified payroll, and releases — in one checklist.
How Prime Contractors Vet Subcontractors (and How to Get Hired Faster)
What federal prime contractors actually check before they hire a subcontractor, and how a trained, paperwork-ready subcontractor moves to the front of the line.
Davis-Bacon Act Basics for Subcontractors
What the Davis-Bacon Act requires, what prevailing wage means for a subcontractor, and how it connects to certified payroll and SF 1413.
Certified Payroll for Subcontractors: A Plain-English Guide
What certified payroll is, what WH-347 requires, and the GSA Form 618-D statement for personally performed work — explained for subcontractors.
How to Fill Out a Daily Report on a Federal Construction Contract
A field-by-field guide to the contractor daily report on a federal job — weather, work performed, safety, equipment, and hours — and why accuracy protects you.
SF 1413 Explained: The Statement and Acknowledgment Every Subcontractor Signs
SF 1413, the Statement and Acknowledgment, connects a subcontractor to a prime contract. Here is what both parts mean and what you are signing.
What Is a Federal Subcontractor and How to Become One
A plain-English explanation of what a federal subcontractor is, how subcontracting works on government contracts, and the steps to become a vetted subcontractor.