Open Contracting Partnership

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

We are also very pleased that we achieved one of the closest gender balances in survey responses last year, closing the gap between Men and Women from a 22% differential in 2022, to an 11% differential in 2023. Across the last five years, this puts us at an average of Net Promoter 82, exceeding our strategy cycle target of 80.

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Federal News Network

APRIL 19, 2024

Additionally, sound procurement management, consistent with the Senior Procurement Executive’s memorandum on the appropriate role of management in the GSA acquisition process ( See SPE Memo SPE-2022-03 ), is vital to consistent, balanced application of the rules. The memo should be included in any GSA-specific acquisition training.

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Procurement Negotiation Price Transparency 76

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The German Federal Court of Justice (“BGH”) set off a heated debate when it vacated an arbitral award based on the false application of certain sections of the German Competition Act (GWB) on September 27, 2022 (BGH KZB 75/21), conducting a full review of the arbitral award on the merits.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Gazprom (2022), as well as the decisions issued in Portugal by the Court of Appeal of Lisbon ( Proc. 3409/21.2T8BRG.G1 [2022]). They aim to strike a balance between the sanctity of contracts and the flexibility needed in exceptional circumstances. Gazprom (2022). General Company for Ports of Iraq (2019) and Gasum v.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 6, 2023

They also publish resources and run training sessions and other events to support vendors in transitioning to greener offerings and to promote procurement practices that are good for people and the planet, as described in their 2022 activities report. The LPPO had to learn on the go about the challenges of using green criteria.

Procurement 89

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The ICC offices in São Paulo report that almost 85% of their total amount in dispute regards cases with Brazilian state entities [fn] As informed by the ICC’s Counsel during the 2022 Brazilian Arbitration Day organized by the ICC in São Paulo, Brazil. [fn]. It’s a fine balance. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The ICC offices in São Paulo report that almost 85% of their total amount in dispute regards cases with Brazilian state entities [fn] As informed by the ICC’s Counsel during the 2022 Brazilian Arbitration Day organized by the ICC in São Paulo, Brazil. [fn]. It’s a fine balance. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 1, 2024

This was the third installment in the “Affaires d’Etats” series on Investor-State Dispute Settlement (“ISDS”) initiated by Curtis during 2022 PAW. countries, are by far the most vocal participants in the discussions. On the other hand, she noted that the home countries of investors initiating most claims, such as the U.S.,

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 17, 2024

Bulk Trident Shipping Ltd [2022] SGHC 210 (“ Fastfreight ”) at [61]. 2022) 2022/INSC/710 (“ Vidarbha Industries ”) at [78]. Bulk Trident Shipping Ltd [2022] SGHC 210 (“ Fastfreight ”) at [61]. 2022) 2022/INSC/710 (“ Vidarbha Industries ”) at [78]. 1) Fastfreight Pte Ltd v. 13) Telnic at [29]-[32].

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 19, 2024

Additionally, sound procurement management, consistent with the Senior Procurement Executive’s memorandum on the appropriate role of management in the GSA acquisition process ( See SPE Memo SPE-2022-03 ), is vital to consistent, balanced application of the rules. The memo should be included in any GSA-specific acquisition training.

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Procurement Negotiation Price Transparency 49

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 20, 2024

Provisional measures can be awarded, applying the classic criteria in arbitration of risk of irreparable harm, chances of success and balance of the parties’ interests. In this respect, the panelists referred to the well-known saying “ the most important thing is not to win but to participate ”.

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Inter-American Development Bank

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

This green fiscal agenda was subject of discussions during the Platform’s technical dialogues and meetings since the Platform’s launching in August 2022. Recently this instrument has been successfully applied in Belize (2021), Barbados (2022) and Ecuador (2023), with active IDB participation in the last two cases.

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How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 31, 2023

Swimming against the tide, and seeking to diverge from the EU’s regulatory agenda and the EU AI Act , the UK announced a light-touch ‘pro-innovation approach’ in its July 2022 AI regulation policy paper. There needs to be an appropriate balance between the assessment of risk and benefit ’ (at 5).

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ivalua

JUNE 1, 2022

As we continue to adjust to new business cycles, 2022 offers an opportunity to learn how to incorporate lessons learned from 2020 to establish a new supply chain and customer experience strategy. Balance supply chain risk and resilience with ROI. Procurement teams often make decisions based on spend, but risk should also be a factor.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

2019-11, Award dated 31 January 2022; Manuel García Armas et al v Venezuela , CPA 2016-08, Award on Jurisdiction dated 13 December 2019; Enrique Heemsen v Venezuela , CPA 2017-18, Award on Jurisdiction dated 29 October 2019).

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

She then revealed to him that she was the “judge” The significant impact of unconscious bias on gender diversity of arbitrator appointments was recognised and discussed in the ICCA’s 2022 Report on Gender Diversity in Arbitral Appointments and Proceedings.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The Centre has had four editions since 2019, with the fourth being a hybrid event with physical participation in Accra, Ghana. Balancing being Chairman at LACIAC and a Partner at Banwo & Ighodalo has certainly been challenging particularly in the area of time management. in infrastructure projects.

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FedScoop

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In an interview with FedScoop last week, Barke said that employees who participate in the program could benefit by learning new skills and experiencing what it’s like to work at a different agency. But then what they bring back, hopefully, you know, will be that enhancement to the agency.”

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FedInsider

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The challenges that civilian agencies must overcome are different than those facing the Department of Defense, for instance, while the components of the Department of Homeland Security often must balance their security requirements against their law enforcement or emergency services missions. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants.

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FedInsider

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

This is an area where government agencies can begin to explore the impact that AI and other tools can have in driving improved customer and employee experiences while thoughtfully balancing human interaction, automation, and risk management. She is a recipient of the 2022 Samuel J. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants.

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Data Logistics Management Sustainability 69

FedScoop

MAY 16, 2024

Ultimately, what hangs in the balance of those actions is having a workforce that will bring a variety of experiences and perspectives to the table when managing the application of the booming technology — something the administration, experts, and advocates have stressed.

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Data Management Education Government 130

FedInsider

MARCH 4, 2024

The challenges that civilian agencies must overcome are different than those facing the Department of Defense, for instance, while the components of the Department of Homeland Security often must balance their security requirements against their law enforcement or emergency services missions. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants.

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How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

The importance and positive contribution of public procurement law to the adequate management of public funds may seem difficult to appreciate in ordinary times, and there are recurrent calls for a reduction of the administrative burden and bureaucracy related to procurement procedures, checks and balances.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 18, 2024

But experts said the cyber board may have too much industry participation today to be truly independent. More than a dozen agencies seeking to balance AI, civil rights - DoJ Public Affairs) The Postal Service faces fewer legal challenges over plans for its next-generation delivery vehicle fleet.

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FedScoop

APRIL 26, 2024

Immediate disclosure of these records is critical to allowing members of the public to participate in the development and adoption of appropriate safeguards for these society-altering systems,” the ACLU said in its filing, which was first reported by Bloomberg Law.

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Procurement Notes

JUNE 13, 2022

And this Spring, contractors and subcontractors have two June filing deadlines to think about—June 21, 2022 for the EEO-1 Report, and June 30, 2022 for the brand new Affirmative Action Program Certification. 115] This year’s deadline is June 30, 2022. Indeed, if you see the geraniums bloom, it is time to think about EEO.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 15, 2024

The massive online course launched by the IDB based on this series has had more than 70,000 participants registered. of the population in the 16 Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) countries with available data reported trusting their national government in 2022, which is 5.4 On average, 36.3% percentage points (p.p.)

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Government Government Data Public Procurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

While the last SIAC Manila Conference 2019 was an intimate gathering of only 80 participants, this year’s ‘ SIAC Manila Conference 2023: Deep Dive into Arbitration Trends ’ held on 25 May 2023 attracted more than 800 registrants, and SIAC had to cap the conference attendees at 500 practitioners, government representatives, and in-house counsel.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms. Contractors who participate will gain access to unique Federal data sets, veteran and expert perspectives, technical support, quick feedback, and long-term funding opportunities.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Price E-procurement Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Security for costs –– a balancing act Following welcome remarks from Caroline Falconer, Secretary General of the SCC, Dr Baltag introduced the topic of security of costs as being one of the timely topics currently addressed in international arbitration. Cost incentives often drive the participation in arbitral proceedings.

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Balance Thresholds Accountability Influencing 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

This cumulative approach aligns with parties expectations and balances interests across jurisdictions, promoting consistency in outcomes. Modern arbitration practices allow non-parties to engage meaningfully through mechanisms like joinder and consolidation, addressing most concerns about the impact on non-participating parties.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 17, 2025

While wholesale reform was neither necessary nor desirable, the amendments are significant and strike the right balance by clarifying several key issues that impact international arbitrations (including arbitrations administered by the LCIA). This ties in with Article 25.3

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 15, 2025

I spend time arranging, speaking at, moderating and participating in international events. The SCC encourages arbitral tribunals and other participants in arbitration to bear in mind inter alia that: AI tools may have unintended consequences for the confidentiality of an arbitration, and its participants.

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Efficiency Participation Quality Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

Regarding the majority declaration, the authors noted that if it were to be considered an agreement on the interpretation of a multilateral treaty, its validity would require the participation of all contracting parties to the treaty, as stipulated by Article 31 VCLT a condition not met.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

On 3 December 2024, the Energy Charter Conference (Conference) officially adopted the modernised version of the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT or Treaty), following an agreement in principle reached in June 2022. We invited the Acting Secretary-General of the Energy Charter Secretariat (Secretariat), Ms. Atsuko Hirose , to share her insights.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

In addition, VHA aims to continue the practice of achieving cost avoidance while simultaneously balancing clinician considerations for obtaining quality medical/surgical supplies. Public participation is encouraged, with opportunities for both oral and written comments. Registration is required to attend. To register, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 30, 2025

.” OFCCP is now prohibited from enforcing affirmative action, promoting diversity or “allow[] or encourage[] Federal contractors and subcontractors to engage in workforce balancing based on race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, or national origin.” regulatory review. Your support is key to our success!

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