Government Contracts Navigator

JULY 1, 2024

We are thrilled to share Blank Rome’s Government Contracts practice was recently highly ranked by two prestigious annual legal rankings publications: Chambers USA 2024 Blank Rome’s Government Contracts practice was ranked in Band 2 in Government Contracts: The Elite, USA in the Chambers USA 2024rankings, placing our team among the very top group of (..)

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SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

This week in federal government contracting NASA has announced a $1.8 billion COSMOS contract and tech giants are pushing for legislation to streamline federal cloud procurement, aligning with the GSA’s advocacy for simpler cloud purchasing and value-based contracting. NASA Soliciting Proposals for $1.8B

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SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In the meantime, enjoy this week’s federal contracting news. Federal IT Contracts Drop Degree Requirements: What This Means for Tech Talent Dell and Iron Bow Agree to Pay $4.3M Federal IT Contracts Drop Degree Requirements: What This Means for Tech Talent Dell and Iron Bow Agree to Pay $4.3M

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The conference gives agencies and primes the opportunity to promote supplier diversity programs and learn how the APEX Accelerators can partner and assist in meeting contracting goals. The post Event Announcement: NAPEX Fall Conference 2024 first appeared on SmallGovCon - Government Contracts Law Blog.

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Government Contracts Navigator

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that eight attorneys from the firm’s nationally recognized Government Contracts group have been appointed to leadership roles in the American Bar Association’s Public Contract Law Section for the 2024–2025 term.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Here’s what veterans will get for a cost-of-living increase next year Pentagon releases final CMMC rule, paving way for implementation Pentagon Unveils CMMC Program Final Rule New and updated guidance for pricing and reporting on non-competitive defence contracts Couple Defrauds Government Out of Thousands of Dollars, Including Multiple Trips to Disney (..)

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 21, 2024

billion in government contracts in fiscal year 2023, according to the Pentagon. government contracting industry, Lockheed Martin is at the forefront of technological advancement and defense innovation. Lockheed Martin is the largest defense contractor in the United States, with a total of $61.4 In the U.S.

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Government Contracts Navigator

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) released its Annual Report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2024 (B-158766), summarizing bid protest activity during the 2024 fiscal year.

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GovCon Wire

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Leonid Capital Partners has raised more than $265 million for its evergreen fund, exceeding its fundraising goals for 2024.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Indian Country Business Summit (ICBS) is hosting its annual “Diversity in Government Contracting” ICBSSHOW in Oklahoma City this month. And our very own Gregory Weber will be attending and presenting on federal contracting legal updates. Legal updates is always a great presentation.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 25, 2024

But the wheel of federal contracting keeps turning, and this week was no different. Important stories included updates from a recent OIG SBA report, a bill to modernize federal cloud procurement, and the Army seeks to cut contract award times to six months. It was a great experience and I got to learn from some very smart folks.

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GovCon & Trade

OCTOBER 6, 2023

I recently had the honor of taking part in a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “ GovCon M&A: Unveiling the 2023 Landscape and Forecasts for 2024.” Our panel, dissected the intricate landscape of M&A activity within the government contracting sector during the year 2023.

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Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 8, 2024

Take a look at insights from incredible women who are breaking barriers, defying expectations, and reshaping the landscape of governance, public procurement, and leadership. Myth 1: Women-led and -owned businesses cannot successfully deliver government contracts Women are excelling in business.

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Government Contracts

AUGUST 27, 2024

Courts and appeals boards have decided several consequential cases impacting government contractors this year, including determining whether software end-user licenses are procurement contracts and weighing in on when companies can protest alleged violations of a federal preference for commercial items.

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

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SmallGovCon

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Audit of Cost Increases and Schedule Delays of Military Construction Projects Managed by Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Implementation Review of Corrective Action Plan: PBS Needs to Strengthen Its Training and Warranting Programs for Contracting Officers, Report Number A210053/P/2/R23002, December 30, 2022 Work Remains on Boosting Qualifications (..)

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SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This week in federal government contracting news saw some interesting storis about IT and cyber security, the feds avoiding fraud payments, and a potential boost for WOSB contracts. Now it is time to transition into fall and football season which we are very excited about here at SmallGovCon! We hope you have a great weekend.

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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

JANUARY 4, 2024

"Government contracting is not a secret, it's just a process. When you follow the process, you'll have repeatable, predictable success as a small business government contractor." PHASE 4 | Relationships ' Relationships ' are key to your government contracting business. Download your copy here.

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WashngtonExec

JULY 14, 2024

In a competitive government contracting market, companies strive to meet business needs by developing and integrating effective contract strategies. Responsive leadership and strong contract teams play a crucial role in achieving success. To thrive in the GovCon market, companies rely on robust business [.]

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SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This week has been busy in the federal government contracting world with multiple developments highlighting key areas of government procurement, spending transparency, and small business support. Happy Friday the 13th! We hope you have a good week. Have a great weekend and be careful out there today on Friday the 13th!

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SmallGovCon

MAY 23, 2024

The nonmanufacturer rule is one that is commonly misunderstood in the federal government contracting realm. The post Govology Webinar: June 6, 2024 – Understanding and Complying with the Nonmanufacturer Rule (2024 Update) first appeared on SmallGovCon - Government Contracts Law Blog.

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SmallGovCon

APRIL 16, 2024

Please join us for an in-depth exploration of past performance management in government contracting. Past performance management holds significant weight in the success of government contractors. Contractors with a strong track record of past performance gain a competitive edge in the government contracting arena.

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GovCon Wire

JUNE 19, 2024

Principal Deputy Director of National Intelligence Dr. Stacey Dixon received her 2024 Wash100 Award from Executive Mosaic CEO Jim Garrettson during a recent meeting. The Wash100 Award annually recognizes the executives of consequence shaping the government and the government contracting sector.

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SmallGovCon

MARCH 20, 2024

Steven Koprince, Govology Legal Analyst and retired founder of Koprince McCall Pottroff will be presenting this webinar to help you understand the applicable rules and regulations in government contracts and the Federal Acquisition Regulation. Please join Steve as he walks you through the process. Register here.

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SmallGovCon

JULY 2, 2024

Join federal government contracts attorney Greg Weber along with SBA representative, Sophia Chou, as they discuss the tips and pitfalls of subcontracting and teaming on this webinar hosted by the South Dakota APEX Accelerators. Topics covered will include: Why Use a Teaming Agreement? The post Webinar!

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GovCon Wire

JANUARY 24, 2024

Executive Mosaic , the preeminent media, events and membership organization of the government contracting sector, is proud to announce the winners of the prestigious 2024 Wash100 Award. Each year, Executive Mosaic’s coveted Wash100 Award recognizes the most promising and outstanding executives to watch in the coming year.

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SmallGovCon

JANUARY 5, 2024

We hope you enjoyed the holiday and are looking forward to what 2024 brings. This week in federal government contracting news saw more insights on the new CMMC regime as well as important trends for 2024. It’s been a pretty mild winter so far, but we expect old man winter will be showing up any day now.

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GovCon Wire

MAY 8, 2024

Amentum CEO John Heller accepted his 2024 Wash100 Award during a recent meeting with Jim Garrettson, CEO of Executive Mosaic and founder of the recognition. Each year, Wash100 highlights the most esteemed leaders in the government contracting industry.

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Government Contracts

JANUARY 1, 2024

Federal courts in 2024 are set to decide on important aspects of federal contracting law, such as whether setting minimum wage requirements fits within the president’s procurement authority, and how far a federal preference for buying commercial items stretches.

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Government Contracts & Global Trade

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Alex Major and Franklin Turner will cover the “Greatest Risks in the Supply Chain in 2024 and Beyond” during Federal Publications Seminars’ 2024 FPS Government Contracts Year in Review at The Westin Tysons Corner in Tysons Corner, VA.

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SmallGovCon

AUGUST 23, 2024

This week in federal government contracting, the recent headlines highlight a wide array of developments within federal operations, emphasizing both accountability and innovation. Here, in Lawrence, Kansas, the kids have started school and the college students are busy moving in and preparing to start classes.

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SmallGovCon

JUNE 7, 2024

This week saw some interesting news including an SBA rule to eliminate self-certification for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses that are awarded Federal Government contracts or subcontracts. You can read more in the link below and we will be blogging on this new development, as well. Have a great weekend!

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SmallGovCon

MAY 17, 2024

This week in federal government contracting included updates on veteran-owned and WOSB contracting, as well as concerns about the ranks of DoD contracting officers getting thin. Enjoy the weekend!

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Discussions & Clarifications

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

On November 18, the Government Accountability Office ("GAO") released its much-anticipated Bid Protest Annual Report to Congress for Fiscal Year 2024 , which was submitted to Congress on November 14. 1] Government contractors and other industry professionals that become familiar.

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SmallGovCon

JUNE 14, 2024

This week in federal government contracting news there is buzz about AI procurement, supply chain risks, and timing changes on the 8(a) and WOSBS programs from SBA. We are grateful for air conditioning here at SmallGovCon. We hope you have been staying cool and have some fun things planned for the weekend.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 27, 2023

For small businesses looking to tap into the vast opportunities presented by government contracting, understanding the intricate process and effectively marketing your products and services to government contracting officers is crucial.

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ExecutiveBiz

MAY 17, 2024

Noblis CEO Mile Corrigan collected her 2024 Wash100 Award from Executive Mosaic CEO Jim Garrettson on the sidelines of a 4×24 Leadership Group dinner event last week.

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