Advancing government missions through people and impact.

Navigating the world of government contracts doesn’t have to be complicated. At The Lesart Group, we help small businesses get certified, prepared, and positioned to win lucrative opportunities.

Our Government Contracting Services

SAM Registration & Compliance

We guide you through System for Award Management (SAM) setup so you’re eligible to bid.

UEI & CAGE Code Setup

Obtain your Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code required for federal contracts.

Capability Statements

Present a polished, professional snapshot of your business to stand out to agencies and primes.

Small Business Certifications

Maximize eligibility with certifications like:

Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)

Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)

SBA 8(a)

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)

Bid & Proposal Writing

Professional support to craft compelling, compliant proposals.

Contract Management Support

Stay organized, compliant, and ready to perform once you win.

GSA Schedules

Guidance for getting listed on GSA Multiple Award Schedules.

Procurement Manager & Director

Freddy Cordero

Freddy Cordero is a retired U.S. Army veteran and elite procurement strategist who has spent years mastering the government contracting arena. As a key member of The Lesart Group family, Freddy brings mission-grade leadership, disciplined execution, and deep acquisition expertise to every project under the company’s expanding government contracting division.

With a military background rooted in precision, accountability, and operational excellence, Freddy transitioned into procurement with a laser-focused understanding of how agencies think, buy, and award. Today, he is known for architecting high-performance purchasing systems, optimizing vendor relationships, and driving compliant, profitable contract wins across federal, state, and local sectors.

Freddy’s portfolio spans acquisition planning, FAR-compliant procurement, strategic sourcing, RFP/RFQ development, cost analysis, negotiation, and full-lifecycle contract administration.
His superpower is simplifying complex government processes so organizations can scale quickly and confidently.
Beyond his professional impact, Freddy is a devoted husband and father of four incredible children, grounding his leadership in loyalty, honor, and service. At The Lesart Group, he stands as a cornerstone—strengthening the company’s mission, elevating procurement operations, and helping clients secure transformative government opportunities.

coach / founder of the lesart group

Trasel Holmes

Since 2008, Trasel Holmes has been a driving force in the world of government contracting and grant acquisition. With over 17 years of hands-on experience, she has mastered the art of identifying, securing, and leveraging federal, state, and local opportunities to build sustainable businesses. Trasel has guided hundreds of entrepreneurs through the complexities of SAM registration, CAGE and UEI setup, proposal development, and compliance — turning bureaucratic red tape into business growth.

As the founder of The Lesart Group, she has built a consulting powerhouse that helps startups and established companies position themselves for six- and seven-figure contracts. Her expertise extends beyond just winning bids; she designs full-scale strategies that combine funding, operations, and training — ensuring her clients not only qualify for opportunities but also thrive once they secure them.

Through her signature coaching and training programs, Trasel teaches business owners how to take advantage of government resources, apply for competitive grants, and build scalable systems that multiply revenue streams. Her mission is simple: to close the wealth gap by empowering everyday entrepreneurs to tap into the trillion dollar government marketplace city, state, & federal with confidence, clarity, and strategy.