This week’s Intel Puzzle™ is built from real federal market signals.
🧠 Intel Puzzle™ #001 — Read the Signal
You’re reviewing early signals on an upcoming federal opportunity:
Incumbent has held contract for 5+ years
Recent RFI released with language nearly identical to prior SOW
Same agency program office leading effort
No major scope expansion or new funding line
What is the most likely scenario?
A. New requirement with no incumbent advantage
B. Small business set-aside with low barrier to entry
C. Procurement delay due to funding uncertainty
D. Recompete positioning is underway
👉 Your answer: ___
🧠 Intel Puzzle™ #002 — Timing the Move
Signals:
Draft RFP expected in 60 days
Multiple large primes quietly hiring for this program
No formal teaming announcements yet
Budget already approved
What is the correct move?
A. Wait for final RFP release
B. Begin proposal prep internally only
C. Monitor competitors and delay action
D. Initiate teaming and positioning immediately
👉 Your answer: ___
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