Theodore Watson advises small, medium and large government contract firms across the United States on how to become effective in federal procurement and contract award.
He also serves as legal counsel on Colorado business and corporate matters. As a retired Air Force member and former Government Small Business and Contracting Specialist for DOD, he now focuses on helping contractors put their best foot forward by avoiding critical mistakes, solving legal issues, and developing solid approaches to federal government contracting.
As lead government contract attorney and founder of Theodore Watson & Associates, Mr. Watson brings a wealth of experience and information both from the entrepreneurial business standpoint and as a seasoned vantage in what it takes to be successful in federal procurement.
Public Speaking
Mr. Watson frequently does public speaking on government contracting for large and small businesses across the nation. His comprehensive knowledge of congressional policy, Native American government contracting initiatives, and government small business programs empowers contractors to take advantage of teaming and joint venture vehicles and to focus more on competitive RFPs and proposals.
- Lorman Education Services 2007 - Federal Small Business Programs (CLE)
- Rocky Mountain Minority Development Council - Government Contracts (2007)
- Construction Development Council, Denver - government contracts and teaming (2008)
- Las Vegas, Nevada, Government Contracts Seminar (October 2008)
- City and County of Denver - 2008 (performance-based contracts training)
Educational Background
Mr. Watson earned his undergraduate degree from Columbia College and his law degree from Michigan State. He also achieved level II certification as a government contracting employee and earned two associate degrees from the United States Air Force.
“What makes businesses successful is to first understand the rules of the game. Government contracting can be a lucrative business venture. However, large businesses must learn to develop strong teaming relationships with small businesses. Alternatively, small businesses must understand what it takes to be competitive in federal contracting. An 8(a) or HUBZone status alone does not guarantee contracts. Lastly, the key to success is having the right team around you that knows what it takes to be a successful bidder and what the government wants.”
Areas of Practice:
- Government contract Law
- Construction law
- Business and corporate law
- Contract law
- Bid protests
- Civil litigation
- Constitutional law
- Commercial practice
- Employment law
- Government contracts consulting
- Federal contracts training
Theodore Watson’s expert knowledge of federal contract law and minority as well as small business programs for protected groups places him in high demand as a teacher and speaker.
Contact Mr. Watson online or call him at 720.941.7200
Our government contract lawyers and consulting team serve national clients, including those Denver, Colorado; Wyoming; Washington State; California; Maryland; New Mexico; Kansas and Nebraska; New York; Los Angeles; San Francisco; Chicago, Illinois; Michigan; Pennsylvania; Virginia; North Carolina; South Carolina; Arkansas; Colorado Springs; Utah; Oklahoma; Ohio; Maine; Florida; Texas; Nevada; Maryland; Louisiana; Las Vegas; Georgia; Hawaii; Alaska; Washington, D.C.; West Virginia; Florida; Indiana; Washington State; Mississippi; Tennessee; Miami; Virgin Islands; Rhode Island; Vermont; Wisconsin; Minnesota; Missouri; Virginia; Delaware; Connecticut; Arizona; New Hampshire; Massachusetts and Montana
online resources:
Federal Acquisition Regulation Central Contractor Registration Small Business Administration Federal contract opportunities Office of Federal Procurement Policy Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs Our government contracts consulting services Department of Agriculture Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals GAO U.S. Supreme Court Defense Acquisition Desk book
