Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In a legal context, elements of emotion AI are already being used in negotiation and mediation processes (e.g., AI-powered chatbots used by Walmart to negotiate with suppliers). In essence, it allows all participants to peep into each other’s ‘heads.’

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Oft-cited as one of the most successful transboundary water-sharing mechanisms in the world, the IWT has resurfaced as the epicentre of an arbitration claim brought by Pakistan to the Permanent Court of Arbitration (“ PCA ”), with an Award on Competence having been rendered on July 6, 2023. This post examines this Award on Competence.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 19, 2024

These regulations and associated guidance address a host of contracting officer responsibilities, including but not limited to, proposal evaluation, negotiations, price and/or cost analysis, data rights, and foreign acquisition ( e.g. , TAA). For this reason, procurement policy flow-downs cannot be one-sided.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 25, 2023

For instance, for negotiated contracts, a “protest must be received by the contracting officer prior to the close of business on the 5th day, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays, after the contracting officer has notified the protestor of the identity of the prospective awardee.” ” 13 CFR 121.1004.

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How to Crack a Nut

APRIL 21, 2023

First, a webinar where I will be participating in discussions on the role of procurement in contributing to the public sector’s acquisition of trustworthy AI, and the associated challenges, from an EU and US perspective. Registration is now open for two free events on procurement and artificial intelligence (AI). All welcome!

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

On the first day of the 2023 Seoul ADR Festival , Secretariat Advisors hosted a double feature of panels relating to arbitration costs. Lee and Savoie both participated in the preparation of a recent report on this topic published by the Young Canadian Arbitration Practitioners (YCAP) and Secretariat.

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FedInsider

MAY 10, 2024

Then, in October 2023 – less than 18 months later – a new executive order, 14110 , was released on the “Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence.” CART (communication access realtime translation) provides instant accessibility for all participants by delivering the spoken word as a realtime stream of text.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 30, 2024

In Brazil, however, a study coordinated by Center for Access to Justice, Process and Dispute Resolution Means (Najupmesc) at Fundação Getúlio Vargas’ Sao Paulo Law School and Canal Arbitragem in 2023, showed that the use of mediation in Brazil has grown in the last 10 years, especially during the pandemic, in 2020 and 2021 (see here ).

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 9, 2024

On 21 December 2023 the Court of Justice of the European Union (“CJEU”) handed down its decision in Case C-124/21 P, International Skating Union v. In negotiating with the Commission the ISU should be anxious only to satisfy the former, not the latter. European Commission. This is unmistakably seen in para.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In the Award on Jurisdiction , rendered on 26 July 2023, the tribunal rejected jurisdiction over the dispute by adopting the doctrine of the dominant and effective nationality. ” (see Lepoutre/Riva (1998): Nacionalidad y Apatridia, Rol del ACNUR.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 5, 2024

Subramanian formally opened the session by quoting a statement from the Miami Arbitration Week 2023 that “the arbitration community is losing the fight to ensure the survival of ISDS”. Rowley, KC observed that treaties have to be negotiated like contracts. ISDS in 2024 The Current State of ISDS: A State’s Perspective Justice V.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Don’t miss your chance to participate in the Joseph P. On September 20, 2023, the Army awarded the follow-on production contract to Taylor Defense Products, LLC. billion in Part D gross covered prescription drug costs, or about 20% of total Part D gross covered prescription drug costs during 2023.”

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Kluwer Arbitration

JULY 7, 2024

According to its 2021, 2022, and 2023 Annual Reports , ICSID has delivered well over a hundred courses and presentations each year: these include the well-known “ICSID 101”, featuring an introduction to ICSID and general stages of an ICSID arbitration case.

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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.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The comment period for both rules is currently open and is scheduled to close on December 4, 2023. 2023-002) and CISA rulemaking to establish a common attestation form for this effort. There is a lot to unpack in the proposed rules. We summarize and highlight key points below. There is a separate open FAR case (No.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 7, 2024

The panel discussion covered three topics: participants introduced their respective jurisdiction’s stance on TPF, debated the merits of codifying current practices, and shared their views on how formal rules permitting TPF could impact a jurisdiction’s popularity as a forum.

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Federal News Network

MAY 17, 2024

Currently, the Schedule program is deemed a competitive procedure if participation is open to all responsible sources and orders and contracts under the program result in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the government’s needs.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 16, 2023

In 2023, Brazil reached 94% of renewable production in its electrical matrix. Mr. Erik Franco , General Counsel of Engie Peru, noted that he participated in the elaboration of the ICC Report on Climate Change (also reported here ). In relation to the energy transition in Brazil, Ms.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 9, 2023

As the most prestigious arbitral institution in the world, the ICC International Court of Arbitration celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2023. According to the panelists, this should be done from the outset of negotiations to ensure legal certainty for all parties involved.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MAY 17, 2024

Currently, the Schedule program is deemed a competitive procedure if participation is open to all responsible sources and orders and contracts under the program result in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the government’s needs.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 24, 2024

On 8 December 2023, the International Institute for Conflict Prevention & Resolution and the New York City Bar Association hosted the first Africa Arbitration Day in New York. In February 2023, African states adopted the Investment Protocol during the 36 th African Union Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Similarly, Article 46.1

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

GSA published its EPA proposed rule, GSAR Case 2020-G510, Federal Supply Schedule Economic Price Adjustment , on November 16, 2023. We called for language clarifying the necessity of market research, using market indexes, and identifying time limits for EPA reviews and negotiations.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Monday, November 6, 2023 | 2:00PM EST | 1 Hour | Training Certificate The federal government has been proactive in continuity of operations (COOP ) planning since at least the 1950s, when President Eisenhower issued executive orders directing various measures agencies should take to be prepared for a possible nuclear war.

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

It’ll also include enhanced market research, vendor performance and data to be able to strengthen the agency’s abilities to better negotiate their deals.” Under the BCI, GSA will lead the government in negotiating a governmentwide IT software license agreement with a large software provider.

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

27] “He noted that in early 2023 this model suggested only a 12% chance of a recession[.]” [28] Other Negative Indicators On top of the foregoing, some negative indicators are sprouting. For consumers, “[c]redit card delinquencies surged more than 50% in 2023 as total consumer debt swelled to $17.5 billion from $11.2 billion.” [37]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Considerations for the Private Sector The Framework, which was issued in January 2023, provides a set of voluntary best practices to the private sector for the development and use of artificial intelligence systems. Agencies are directed to focus attention on maximizing small business participation below the simplified acquisition threshold.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

We look forward to your participation! New GSA Video on Alliant 3 Draft RFP On February 21, GSA posted an Interact notice with a video explaining three areas of the second Alliant 3 Draft Request for Proposal (RFP), which was published on December 8, 2023. NAICS Group Relevant Experience ) Emerging Technology Relevant Experience ( L.5.2.4

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms. By Susan B.

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Select GCR

AUGUST 2, 2023

GSA and PBS Office of Leasing is seaking offers for leased offices space during the current open priod of August 1st through August 7th 2023 (ending at 7:30 pm EDT). This allows for negotiation and multiple offers on the proposal. This code is required to participate in Government leasing contracts in the US.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

Barring size status protests, the number of companies authorized to participate by domain is as follows: Domain Awardees Total companies found responsible to do cost-type work (i.e., On September 20, 2023, the Army awarded the follow-on production contract to Taylor Defense Products, LLC.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

Last year, the Coalition raised $13,000 for PPH through the generosity of our members and participants of the tournament. In July 2023, NITAAC announced plans to take corrective actions and reevaluate proposals after the Government Accountability Office upheld 98 protests. manufacturers. is an external authentication provider.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The full schedule of tables for both the governmentwide and healthcare conference days can be found below: “Ask the PMO” Session Date Invited Government Participants GSA MAS: Program officials from GSA’s MAS Program will be available to answer any Schedule-related questions. The deadline to file the report is December 5, 2023.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Golfers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. Since 2023, Ms. On September 20, 2023, the Army awarded the follow-on production contract to Taylor Defense Products, LLC. The deadline is quickly approaching, but time still remains to register for the event on August 21. In a statement, Ms.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) returned to Manila in full force in 2023. Ongcangco stressed that ADR clauses in borderless contracts should be non-negotiable, as availing of traditional dispute resolutions is impossible. In concluding the day-long conference, Ms.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 26, 2024

With spending against governmentwide acquisition contracts reaching an all-time high in fiscal 2023, the Office of Federal Procurement Policy is pushing agencies to make changes to ensure a healthy amount of small business participate on these vehicles. The company says almost 55.8% billion and $10.5 billion, respectively. “In

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