Book excerpt: Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Sample Book Insights: #1 My book is not a scholarly treatise with extensive citations and footnotes. It is a practical guide for the busy executive or professional who needs the bottom line up front. I deliver simple advice from an experienced insider, but I cannot cover every topic or circumstance in government contracting. #2 Government contracting offers less freedom of contract than private sector contracting. To understand the difference, consider a contract with your imaginary company to compare to a government contract. #3 The United States is the largest client in the history of man. Uncle Sam spends about a trillion dollars each year on government contracts and grants. The laws, regulations, policies, and court decisions heavily favor the government.