Federal News Network

JANUARY 12, 2024

The new clause essentially adopts the approach and lessons learned from GSA Acquisition Letter MV-22-02 , issued in March 2022, which provided a temporary moratorium on the enforcement of certain procedural limits contained in the FSS clauses (e.g., Specifically, training that addresses pricing context will be vitally important.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Contractors rapidly found that their MAS offerings were no longer economically feasible and began removing important goods and services from their contracts. To alleviate the strain on industry and contracting officers GSA published Acquisition Letter MV-22-02 on March 17, 2022.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This contrasts with a more conciliatory approach leading to negotiated outcomes that had previously prevailed in Asia, as discussed further below. By contrast, Australian clauses often include a last step of arbitration if a negotiated price cannot be agreed. ICC, SIAC).

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 11, 2024

Against this backdrop, some important lessons can be drawn for practitioners. Despite negotiations, GBO notified CAI that the agreement was terminated, alleging several breaches. In 2022, the arbitral tribunal ruled that GBO’s termination was unjustified and ordered compensation to CAI. Onix or Indagro ) to be set aside.

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The potential of AD and SCM committees – some examples Treatment of goods: captive use and inward processing Take, for instance, the practically important issue of the treatment of captive goods, i.e., goods traded within the same company, or goods imported under the inward processing regime, in anti-dumping investigations.

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ivalua

APRIL 11, 2022

TELUS’ procurement team set out to reduce off-contract buying in order to avoid the erosion of negotiated pricing and service levels of its suppliers. Canadian-based TELUS implements Ivalua’s EPS solution to digitize the entire end-user buying process.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 29, 2024

This follows negotiations between the EU Council and Parliament which took place on 22 January 2024 and the European Council and European Parliament reaching a provisional agreement on the Regulation on 5 March 2024. The European Commission had initially proposed the Regulation on 14 September 2022.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 12, 2024

The new clause essentially adopts the approach and lessons learned from GSA Acquisition Letter MV-22-02 , issued in March 2022, which provided a temporary moratorium on the enforcement of certain procedural limits contained in the FSS clauses (e.g., Specifically, training that addresses pricing context will be vitally important.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Professor Giorgetti also noted the lengthy negotiation process of the Codes and underscored the potential for divergence in ethical rules arising from their bifurcated nature. As reported in 2022-in-review on ISDS reform, the voting on the “agreement in principle” of the modernized ECT was initially set for April 2023 after a delay.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 11, 2024

The general importance of climate change-related disputes can be measured on the steady increase of cases which are being brought by environmental advocacy organisations or governments in anticipation of the massive costs related to adapting to or mitigating climate change. 2 O 285/15 Essen High Court).

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 15, 2024

This follows the Commission’s proposal of the Regulation on 14 September 2022 , and negotiations between the EU Council and Parliament which took place on 22 January 2024. It is expected that the Regulation will enter into force by the summer of 2024. by national Customs authorities).

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

In October 2023, the European Commission published a Non-Paper of Annotations to Model Clauses for Negotiation or Re-negotiation of Member States’ Bilateral Investment Treaties (“BITs”) with Third Countries (“Model Clauses”) (“Non-Paper”).

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 10, 2024

Sobota highlighted significant legislative measures enacted by the United States, such as the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022 and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 , aimed at bolstering domestic technology production and imposing restrictions on semiconductor imports.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 9, 2024

While there is progress to be made in the thought leadership space and in ensuring greater independence from governments, Professor Rajoo considered the conference as an important opportunity “ to contribute to the collective momentum propelling us towards groundbreaking advancements in the field of arbitration” in Asia.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 15, 2024

These steps have also been important for intra-African trade. A perception of potential bias and cultural differences has expedited this shift, with local parties, often governments or government entities, insisting on local seats in their arbitration clauses when negotiating contracts. What Is the Future for Arbitration in Africa?

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A discussion between economist Gustavo Franco (former President of the Brazilian Central Bank) and arbitrator Maurício Almeida Prado (MAP Negotiation and Arbitration, Partner) ensued, dealing with “Business Contracts and Dispute Resolution in Times of Instability,” particularly in the Brazilian context. 3409/21.2T8BRG.G1 [2022]).

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Early this year, the European Union (“EU”) finalized the required internal procedures for the entry into force of the Sustainable Investment Facilitation Agreement concluded between the European Union and the Republic of Angola on 18 November 2022 (“SIFA” or the “Agreement”).

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 26, 2023

It is now important for the Centre to show that it is independent and efficient with a commitment to promote ADR services in Asia and beyond. This is one of the most important features that will assist in the enforcement of the Islamic arbitration awards.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Decision 4A_575/2022 (7 August 2023) concerned a dispute arising from a licence agreement for the operation of a telecommunications network in a part of the southern Republic of Sudan (now the Republic of South Sudan), concluded on 15 October 2003 between C. The agreements were not drafted, negotiated, or signed by the father or his sons.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

1444 of 2022 of 6 July 2023, which underlined the importance of respecting party autonomy in upholding arbitration agreements. It explained that in typical contract negotiations, once the parties’ proposed terms are accepted, a binding contract is formed. Dubai CoC Case No. Dubai CoC No.

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Import and Trade Remedies

AUGUST 30, 2023

Under certain conditions, the EU says, well-designed subsidy schemes can make an important contribution to achieving climate transition and other environmental goals. with its 2022 Inflation Reduction Act , announced that it would provide USD 390 billion in subsidies to several industries, in particular, its electric vehicle industry.

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

Jay Blindauer The bond yield curve inverted in October 2022. [1] 22] Plainly, approximately (22) months after October 2022 is on or about August to September 2024. in February 2022, but still above the 2% target. [32] in February 2022, but still above the 2% target. [32] At least it has every time since 1968. [2]

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In September 2022, iron ore was valued at approximately 99.8 ” [6] Turning to labor costs, BLS’ July 2022 Employment Cost Index (“ECI”) revealed that “[c]ompensation costs for private industry workers increased 5.5 percent from June 2021 to June 2022. .” percent from June 2021 to June 2022. percent.” [7]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

This Legal Update summarizes the Court’s decision and highlights important takeaways for federal contractors that pursue OT opportunities. The first group of negotiated prices are for 10 Medicare Part D drugs that treat a variety of conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and cancer.

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Select GCR

APRIL 9, 2024

Apart from this, financial documents are equally important. So, it’s important to be well-prepared for this step. In 2022 alone, approximately $7.6 In negotiations for contracts and new business opportunities, leverage your certification status as proof of meeting key project requirements. So, why wait?

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 22, 2024

The dexterity to combine different ADR services allows dispute resolution tools to be tailored to the dispute and parties at hand, and may give parties the best chance of a negotiated settlement, alongside an opportunity to maintain their business relationships. published in ICCA Congress Series 21 (Edinburgh 2022)).

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 24, 2024

Shortly before the Investment Protocol’s adoption, in July 2022, the Africa Arbitration Academy issued the Model BIT , which African states can adopt as a standard BIT. Despite several important initiatives under the ICSID Convention, African states have not had a sufficient opportunity to participate in international arbitration.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

It is important to note, however, that an OTA is not the same as a procurement contract, cooperative agreement, or grant. This means that the government and private companies have more flexibility in negotiating the terms and conditions of OTA, as compared to standard contract vehicles. Court of Federal Claims (“COFC”) or to the GAO.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 14, 2024

01/2022/AHC/ASB) in relation to the long-term concession agreement for provision of postal services in Portugal (the “Concession Agreement”). The Arbitral Award, dated 28 September 2023, was rendered in an arbitration between the Portuguese State and CTT – Correios de Portugal, S.A. Sociedade Aberta (the “CTT”) (proceedings no.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

However, such developments do open up the possibility of Australia advancing an “investment court” alternative to ISDS when reviewing older IIAs and negotiating new ones. It had reinstated in late 2022 a policy over 2011-13 of not agreeing to ISDS in new IIAs. The JSCOT proceedings allow for public scrutiny and discussion of treaties.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Lawmakers emphasized that “the VA is the largest healthcare provider in the country,” and therefore has a responsibility to ensure that the “implementation of AI technology can be a model for other health care systems, which makes it all the more important that we ensure VA and other AI users establish best practices, procedures and guardrails.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. In the past, the regional structure gave rise to differing cultures, negotiation approaches, and interpretations of applicable regulations and solicitation provisions. 5] Thus, OHA found the JV ineligible for award.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Proceeds from this year’s tournament directly support two important causes impacting our veterans: Paws for Purple Hearts and The Coalition for Government Procurement Endowed Scholarship Fund at The George Washington University Law School. We encourage you to gather your team of friends and colleagues and secure your spot today!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

The strategy notes that the standardization efforts will be led by the private sector and emphasized the importance of communication on how these technologies should operate. This Legal Update summarizes the Court’s decision and highlights important takeaways for federal contractors that pursue OT opportunities.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

Through working with PPH over the past two years, members have learned how service dogs play an important role in veterans’ healthcare and quality of life. Legal Corner: Senate Bill Would Require Several Important Updates to the Way the US Federal Government Acquires Technology Authored by Evan C. Williams and Howard W.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 2, 2024

Indeed, corruption-related allegations play an important role in resolving the parties’ dispute. 2017-25, Award of 9 November 2022, para. Investment activities typically involve significant sums of money, interaction with public officials and, several other risks, creating an environment conducive to the spread of corruption.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

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