Blog

Insights from
the Field

Practical knowledge on federal contracting, facility management, security operations, and staying compliant.

Industry Insights 7 min read

Which Federal Facilities Contracts Are Actually Safe from DOGE Cuts in 2026

DOGE headlines have facilities contractors nervous. A clear-eyed breakdown of which contracts face real risk, which are explicitly protected, and what the FY2026 budget data actually shows.

Alarine Team ·
Facility Management 8 min read

Federal Facility Security Levels: What Contractors Need to Know About the ISC Framework

A practical breakdown of the Interagency Security Committee's five facility security levels, scoring factors, and what each level means for maintenance and security contractors.

Alarine Team ·
Federal Contracting 7 min read

The VA Is Spending $4.8 Billion on Facility Upgrades. Here Is How SDVOSBs Can Capture That Work.

The VA committed $4.8B to facility upgrades in FY2026. Here is how SDVOSB contractors can position for NRM contract opportunities and sole-source awards.

Alarine Team ·
Federal Contracting 7 min read

What Contracting Officers Actually Look for in SDVOSB Proposals

A practical breakdown of the evaluation criteria, documentation standards, and common mistakes that affect how contracting officers score SDVOSB proposals.

Alarine Team ·
Facility Management 8 min read

Federal Facility Maintenance Standards You Need to Know

A breakdown of the Performance Work Statement requirements, quality control standards, and documentation expectations for federal facility maintenance contractors.

Alarine Team ·
Security Operations 8 min read

Armed vs. Unarmed Security at Federal Installations: What the Contract Requires

A comparison of armed and unarmed security requirements at federal facilities, including clearance levels, training standards, and what contracting officers expect.

Alarine Team ·
Federal Contracting 7 min read

How SDVOSB Set-Asides Work: A Practical Guide

A straightforward explanation of SDVOSB set-aside contracts, eligibility requirements, the Rule of Two, and how contracting officers decide when to use them.

Alarine Team ·
Compliance & Safety 9 min read

OSHA Compliance Checklist for Facility Maintenance Contractors

A practical checklist covering the OSHA requirements that federal facility maintenance contractors must meet, from hazard communication to fall protection and recordkeeping.

Alarine Team ·

Looking for a Federal Contractor?

Alarine LLC is a 100% veteran-owned SDVOSB ready to support your facility and security requirements.

Get in Touch Our Capabilities