The Mentor-Protégé Program is a large commitment for mentors and mentees. Therefore, General Dynamics pursues MPP relationships with businesses that have an active working relationship with one or more business units.
The Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) is designed to improve the performance of contracts and subcontracts, foster the establishment of long-term business relationships between large prime contractors and small business subcontractors, and increase subcontracting opportunities and accomplishments. Ultimately, the MPP’s goal is to assist small businesses to expand their marketplace participation, produce jobs and increase national income.
General Dynamics demonstrates our commitment to improving and strengthening small business performance by participating in a variety of federal Mentor-Protégé programs, including the Department of War (DoW), Department of Homeland Security, NASA and others.
Checklist
Mentor Protégé Readiness Checklist
If you qualify to participate in a specific agency’s MPP and have an interest in participating in the MPP with a GD business unit, please visit the GD business unit's website.
Are you a current subcontractor with General Dynamics?
Do you have a contact at General Dynamics that will serve as your “champion?”
We strongly recommend working closely your GD program team to ensure program support and “buy-in.” The program team has final ownership of any MPP agreements and is a great starting point for businesses looking to learn more about the program.
Have you identified your federal client’s “pain-points” and upcoming opportunities?
Our most successful MPP agreements occur when the future goals of the small business align with the needs of the customer. A well-developed pipeline and relevant customer intimacy provides a strong incentive for a pursuing an MPP agreement.
Do you know which Mentor-Protégé Program you are interested in pursuing?
There are several different MPP programs including the Small Business Administration (SBA), DoW, NASA and others. Research the different available programs and identify the best fit for your business.