The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Join us at the Fall Training Conference, Nov 20 – 21 The 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next? The Coalition is pleased to announce that multiple sponsorship packages are still available for the 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Market Outlook: What’s Next? Less than Three Weeks Away!

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E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

Public Procurement Intl

AUGUST 23, 2024

On August 22, 2024, Chris Yukins and Tom Daley (DLA Piper) presented to the International Research Study of Public Procurement (IRSPP) group’s tenth workshop , in Charlotte, North Carolina, as part of the NIGP (Institute for Government Procurement) annual conference.

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ExecutiveBiz

DECEMBER 18, 2023

million cost-sharing contract to participate in NASA's Hybrid Thermally Efficient Core turbofan engine project. 15, 2024. GE Aerospace landed a potential five-year, $68.1

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Mexico City has devised an efficient, participatory, and transparent approach to seek input from potential suppliers and the public on draft contracting documents before a formal call to tender is announced. In October 2024, use of the pre-bidding module became mandatory for Mexico City’s buyers. It all starts with procurement.

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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

JANUARY 9, 2024

If you are a small businesses seeking federal contracts in 2024, you must prioritize your visibility and attractiveness to federal buyers. Join Neil McDonnell for a 'behind the curtain' preview at how federal agency buyers really do their market research and what you need to do to capture their attention and be competitive in 2024.

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GovCon Wire

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In the dynamic world of aerospace, the Future Vertical Lift (FVL) technologies promise to unlock new levels of efficiency, safety, and performance. Witness the discussions and exchange of ideas at the 10th Annual Defense R&D Summit which will happen on Jan. defense leaders, researchers, experts and decision makers will convene and talk

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GovLoop

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In June 2024, it announced the Emerging Technology Prioritization Framework to accelerate the adoption of new tech, particularly high-demand generative AI (GenAI) solutions. In February 2024, the fund called for faster evaluation of project proposals that support government adoption of AI. One of those is AI, with a focus on GenAI.

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Public Procurement Intl

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As an October 2024 article in the Korea Times explained : The [South Korean] government is expanding financial support to developing countries, with its goal of becoming one of the world’s top 10 donors of official development assistance (ODA) before the end of President Yoon Suk Yeol’s term.

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Finance Education Procurement Efficiency 130

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Lastly, parties can significantly reduce costs by efficiently managing the conduct of the arbitration procedure. We look forward to attending the SCCA24 Conference and welcoming you!

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Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

The planned start date for the new framework is 11 July 2024. Further information can be found here: Procurement: recruitment advertising and public notices framework – gov.scot (www.gov.scot) Vehicle hire services The existing Cat B Contract for Vehicle Hire Services is due to expire on 31 August 2024. to £281.31

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Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 67

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 10, 2024

This is the fourth post in ICCA’s series of reports on the ICCA 2024 Congress (“Congress”). It reports on the last day of the Congress on Wednesday, 8 May 2024, which looked at the present and into the future to determine how new technologies may shape the human experience in international arbitration.

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AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 10, 2024

During her visit to Armenia on July 10, 2024, Samantha Power, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Administrator, announced $5 million in funding for a new public-private collaboration between USAID, the Government of Armenia, and Amazon Web Services (AWS).

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Collaboration Innovation Efficiency Finance 119

Scottish Government Procurement

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As well as providing forward-thinking strategies and examples of how organisations are using innovative techniques to improve sustainability, efficiency, and value for money. The theme runs through every aspect of this year’s conference, with sessions designed to inspire fresh thinking and drive better outcomes.

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Procurement Public Procurement Innovation Networking 62

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The DIS Autumn Conference , held on 10 September 2024, was the main event of the Berlin Dispute Resolution Days , which took place from 9 to 12 September 2024 and were jointly organized by the German Arbitration Institute (DIS) , the Federal Ministry of Justice , and the Humboldt University in Berlin.

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WashngtonExec

JANUARY 11, 2024

Brenda Harvey Managing Director, IBM As Brenda Harvey looks ahead to 2024, she’s focused on advancing AI, workforce skills, post-quantum security and cyber resilience. There are three top AI use cases that will continue to scale in 2024, she said. The second use [.]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 15, 2023

As calendar year 2023 ends, the Coalition is looking ahead to 2024 and the policies, programs, and initiatives that will shape the federal procurement system and the delivery of customer agency mission support. Contract vehicles that increase access to the commercial market will be front and center in 2024.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

of respondents characterized their payment collection systems as very efficient, with a concerning 51% describing their systems as either inefficient or “neutral.” Governments with outdated systems may find it challenging to implement such changes efficiently, exacerbating financial strains.

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Government Government Efficiency Finance 98

Extract Systems

JANUARY 9, 2024

2024 marks a pivotal moment for organizations, agencies, and departments seeking to streamline their workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Integration with Management Systems: Achieving a cohesive ecosystem is crucial for optimal efficiency. Happy New Year!

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 31, 2023

On 1 January 2024, the new version of the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) Arbitration Rules ( 2024 Rules ) came into force. The 2024 Rules apply to CIETAC arbitrations commenced on or after this date. The 2024 Rules also introduce rules on early dismissal. Under Article 48.2

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Efficiency Consulting Contract Negotiation 52

FedScoop

MAY 28, 2024

ITSSS-2 will provide the FBI with streamlined acquisition procedures and a vetted Vendor Pool to establish call orders more efficiently,” the agency said in the update. Investments for the previous ITSSS totaled over $2 billion.

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Whistleblower Network News

APRIL 26, 2024

Senator Grassley stated in his letter that the SEC’s Congressional Budget Justifications of FY 2024 and FY 2025 do not provide sufficient details regarding the joint resources of the Division of Enforcement (ENF) and the Office of General Counsel (OGC) used by the staff of the SEC whistleblower office.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 14, 2024

The Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (“ CRCICA ”) issued its latest set of Arbitration Rules 2024 (“2024 Rules”), which enter into force from 15 January 2024. The 2024 Rules are presently available in English and Arabic , with a French version expected to be made available soon.

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AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Efficiently addressing internal customer support tickets can profoundly impact an organization’s productivity and employee well-being, apart from their ability to focus on the mission at hand. Thorn, in partnership with All Tech Is Human , launched Safety by Design principles for generative AI in April 2024.

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Engineering Efficiency Integration Integrity 126

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 26, 2024

Across the public sector, leaders are seeking to leverage generative AI to become more efficient and agile. This global initiative is open from June 26, 2024 through June 30, 2026. Benefits and resources will include: Tailored training : Check out the latest trainings to help you achieve your go-to-market goals and business needs.

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Education Innovation Participation Evaluation 140

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Considerations and discussions on the original 24 challenges are ongoing as of October 2024. Recently, the government provided a detailed compendium of solutions for Microsoft to formally consider at the corporate level, as many of the items require updates to long-standing corporate policies.

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Inventory Price Purchasing Negotiation 82

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The AWS Partner Theater at EDUCAUSE 2024 If you’re attending EDUCAUSE 2024, make sure to stop by the AWS Partner Theater to learn more about the following five themes: 1. Read on for detailed descriptions of each partner presentation.

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Education Ethics Innovation Evaluation 72

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In international arbitration, parties or arbitrators could consider using emotion AI to enhance efficiency and due process (or to gain a strategic and tactical advantage). Although applications are varied, we will focus on two uses: (1) efficiency through facilitating settlement; and (2) due process through ensuring arbitrator attentiveness.

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Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The investment will help the NLRB replace its “outdated system” with a newer cloud-based solution, “dramatically improving the agency’s ability to protect workers’ rights and process labor disputes efficiently,” according to an announcement from the General Services Administration, which oversees the TMF program.

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Individuals associated with the proposed Commission on Government Efficiency will quickly learn what Congress already knows. The Department of Government Efficiency, which will actually be some sort of commission, and then it really puts their programs at risk. And enacting full appropriations as soon as possible will help do that.

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AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

times more efficient than on premises. Read related blog posts: National framework for AI assurance in Australian government: Guidance when building with AWS AI/ML solutions Highlights from the 2024 AWS Summit Washington, DC keynote He transitioned from those findings to highlight a renewable energy milestone.

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Sustainability Innovation Education Data 69

SmallGovCon

JULY 12, 2024

.” This of course is likely a good thing, as any efficiency in federal contracting is generally welcome by the federal government and contractors alike. The upgrade will “start” on August 1, 2024 and is anticipated to go to at least early September 2024.

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WashngtonExec

DECEMBER 18, 2024

He also oversees the execution of Peratons procurement strategy of driving better efficiencies and reducing procurement complexity for the company, its partners and its customers. Bringing nearly two [.]

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Supply Chain Chief Procurement Officer Strategic Sourcing Procurement Strategies 40

FedScoop

APRIL 3, 2024

Sharpe noted that once the cycle is done for 2024 astronauts, both OPM and NASA plan to review the application process and determine any necessary changes or improvements. Sharpe said that because of the “success of the 2020 application cycle,” NASA decided to partner with OPM for 2024.

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Quality Evaluation Data Integration 120

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Today, concurrent with the 75 th anniversary of the Netherlands Arbitration Institute (“NAI”), the new 2024 NAI Arbitration Rules (the “NAI Rules”) will enter into force and be applicable to NAI arbitrations filed on or after 1 March 2024. Solanki, Early Determination: A Secret Recipe for Arbitral Efficiency?,

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Sustainability Efficiency Quality Management 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 8, 2024

Fast forward to 2024, and the contrast is striking. Brekoulakis’s and Howard’s relativist perspective was shared by other speakers who challenged the traditional view of the arbitrator’s role, questioning whether their primary focus should be on delivering justice or resolving disputes efficiently.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Local governments face issues that range from balancing public safety and individual privacy rights to managing vast amounts of data securely and efficiently. In 2024, governments face challenges when they buy technology, Cunningham tells Co-op Solutions. The firm offers solutions for cities , other governments and corrections.

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Purchasing Total Cost of Ownership Government Government 110

FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The Department of Energy Artificial Intelligence Act of 2024 from Reps. We must utilize every resource available to develop newer, stronger, safer tech which, in turn, will spur advances in national security, energy-efficiency, manufacturing, and more.” Brandon Williams, R-N.Y., and Suzanne Bonamici, D-Ore.,

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