AWS Public Sector

JULY 23, 2024

On June 27, 2024, Amazon Web Services (AWS) and the Atlantic Council Geotech Center co-hosted an event, “An Allied Approach in the Age of AI,” during the annual AWS Summit Washington, DC. Atlantic Council president and CEO Frederick Kempe underscored the importance of AI in navigating complex geopolitical and technological challenges.

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SmallGovCon

MARCH 22, 2024

Here are some happenings from the federal government contracting world this week. Is your March Madness bracket breaking government ethics rules? Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Illegal Importation for Reselling Chinese Goods as U.S. Enjoy your weekend!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Join Our Sponsor Lineup for the 2024 Fall Training Conference! The Coalition for Government Procurement is pleased to announce that multiple sponsorship packages are available for the 2024 Fall Training Conference – 2025 Market Outlook: What’s Next? Authored by Eric S. Crusius , Holland & Knight The U.S.

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FedInsider

JULY 16, 2024

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 1 Hour | 1 CPE The lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, economic and political uncertainty, increasing workplace changes and new complexities are just some of the factors affecting workforce mental health and wellbeing. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role.

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Public Contracting Institute

MARCH 20, 2024

Key Takeaways Aspect Details Importance of Cultural Competence Essential in international government contracting for effective communication and relationship building. Trends in 2024 Focus on interdisciplinary research, global leadership, and the impact of cultural competence on work outcomes.

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Import and Trade Remedies

APRIL 23, 2024

On April 22, 2024, the Ministry of Economy published in the Federal Official Gazette an amendment to the Tariff Schedule of the General Import and Export Duties Law (“TIGIE” for its acronym in Spanish) increasing the duty rate applicable to 544 tariff items of the TIGIE.

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GovCon Wire

MAY 14, 2024

Cyber touches all aspects of the federal government in today’s digital world. Today, cyber is the foundation upon which emerging technologies and innovations are built, and cyber’s importance only continues to grow.

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ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Executive Mosaic is pleased to announce that John Heneghan has been named a Wash100 awardee for 2024, marking the third straight year that the president of engineering and technology provider ECS is a recipient of the prestigious accolade. Cast a vote now to select John Heneghan as one of your favorite GovCon industry leaders for 2024!

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This week in federal government contracting news had some important updates, including a new GSA schedule catalog platform, a report on savings in software purchases, and a revamped SBA training program from small businesses. 2, 2024 first appeared on SmallGovCon - Government Contracts Law Blog.

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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

AUGUST 5, 2024

The HHS Vendor Supplier Portal HHS awards approximately $30B to government contractors but there are 12 Operating Divisions in HHS and e ach procures their own goods and services independently. Update your registration whenever your qualifications and other important information change.

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GovCon Wire

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The United States is in the midst of a global race to dominate the space domain, and to stay ahead, the federal government must accelerate its efforts to expand and deepen its space capabilities. officials have heavily emphasized the importance of collaboration in building and maintaining a competitive advantage in space, and contracts are

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Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 22, 2024

Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) kicked off Sunshine Week on March 11 with remarks on the Senate floor about the importance of whistleblowers in promoting transparency and accountability. In his remarks, Grassley stressed that “to control a government as big as ours, it takes a lot of very bright light shining on every agency and office.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 22, 2024

This Wednesday, The Coalition for Government Procurement had the pleasure of hosting the 11 th Annual Joseph P. This fund, which has raised more than $140,000 over the years, has supported veterans as they pursue their education in government procurement law at the GW Law School. Network with peers from government and industry.

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SmallGovCon

JANUARY 19, 2024

This week in federal government contracting saw some important stories, including the one-year anniversary of the SBA takeover of the SDVOSB program and the new defense industrial strategy. We are looking for relief next week as the forecast is set for warmer temperatures after this deep freeze.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Announcing the 2024 Fall Training Conference: “ 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next? “ The Coalition for Government Procurement is pleased to announce that registration is officially open for the 2024 Fall Training Conference on November 20-21 at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, VA!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 29, 2024

During the session, they will explore the complexities of cybersecurity regulations, focusing on the implications for both government and industry. Attendees will have the chance to connect with government officials and industry peers to share best practices, collaborate, and discuss the latest developments in cybersecurity.

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In September 2021, Japan took a leap with the establishment of its Digital Agency and the creation of the government cloud. The Digital Agency’s government cloud As the central command for Japan’s digital transformation, the Digital Agency began pursuing the development of a government cloud in 2021.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 1, 2024

Baker McKenzie’s Canadian international trade and customs team is publishing a series of articles reviewing 2023 trade and customs compliance developments and looking ahead to 2024’s burgeoning issues. In 2024, importers should brace themselves for continuing regulatory changes, and the associated compliance costs accompanying those changes.

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Import and Trade Remedies

DECEMBER 14, 2023

On 7 December 2023, the government announced a package of customs simplification measures to simplify export and import processes for traders. The government is likely to explore improving the scope of eligibility criteria, conditions of use, and timing requirements across the board or in respect of specific sectors.

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Import and Trade Remedies

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Government cites the risk of trade diversion due to trade measures implemented by the EU (read our overview here ) and USA (read our overview here ) in its reasoning for implementing the new surtaxes. The 100% surtax will be effective October 1, 2024. A 25% surtax on steel and aluminum product imports from China.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 22, 2024

For state and local government leaders, technology modernization projects are often viewed as monumental undertakings characterized by complexity and uncertainty. For government leaders embarking on a modernization journey, here are three keys to navigating the process with clarity and confidence.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

It is with mixed emotions that The Coalition for Government Procurement announces the retirement of Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Tom Sisti. In addition to his private sector experience, Tom also holds a distinguished career with the government. Tom also was Counsel to the U.S.

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Government Contracts

JANUARY 1, 2024

The policy changes federal contractors can expect to see in 2024 include the finalization of a contentious emissions disclosure rule, changes to standards underpinning federal cybersecurity programs and the potential for the U.S. government to exercise more purchasing power.

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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. Competition and industrial base are important to the vitality of the procurement system.

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USFCR

APRIL 25, 2024

As June 1st heralds the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, experts at Colorado State University (CSU) have released their annual April hurricane forecast, predicting an “extremely active” season for 2024. The 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season by the Numbers This year, the Atlantic is bracing for an extraordinary hurricane activity.

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GovLoop

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The past several years have taught government about the importance of collaborative, virtual technology that allows employees to engage and excel from anywhere. Alongside strategic partners like Presidio Federal, Zoom for Government has provided organizations with the cloud-based tools they need. What factors are most important?

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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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MAY 16, 2024

The comments herein do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement. 1 Federal contractors should avoid the risk of being found ineligible for award by ensuring that their SAM registration remains current—and does not become a roadblock to receiving a potentially lucrative government contract.

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FedScoop

APRIL 17, 2024

But despite that, top leaders from Google see huge opportunities for the many new products and announcements out of Next to impact their partners across federal, state and local governments and academia, forecasting continued growth for the nearly two-year-old public sector arm of the Silicon Valley cloud giant.

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Capital Edge Consulting

AUGUST 2, 2024

Insight by: Norman McCord, Senior Manager Summary Timekeeping for government contractors is essential. Labor is among the largest contract cost recorded to Government contracts. Labor is among the largest contract cost recorded to Government contracts. Department of Defense and is also used by other government agencies.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

Government Construction Projects: Bidding and Winning Strategies for Success Government construction projects offer significant opportunities for businesses to grow and thrive. In this article, we’ll explore key aspects of government construction projects and provide insights to help you secure contracts and achieve success.

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FedInsider

APRIL 2, 2024

State and local governments are preparing for the election year by leveraging federal and private sector partners along with security tools to uphold election integrity. Security is top of mind for election officials this year, especially considering past events and the rise of cyber threats. and Stanford.

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AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

As Australia moves forward with its National framework for the assurance of artificial intelligence in government , Amazon Web Services (AWS) is committed to helping our customers implement AI solutions that align with Australia’s AI Ethics Principles. Each dimension is explored in depth in our responsible use of machine learning guide.

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Capital Edge Consulting

AUGUST 14, 2024

Insight by: Norman McCord, Senior Manager Summary Timekeeping for government contractors is essential. Labor is among the largest contract cost recorded to Government contracts. Labor is among the largest contract cost recorded to Government contracts. Department of Defense and is also used by other government agencies.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

30, 2024, GAO considered claims that the Library of Congress (LOC) engaged in unequal treatment in its assignment of strengths to the awardees. 1, 2024, a disappointed offeror protested the Army Corps of Engineers’ award of a contract for environmental remediation services, challenging the agency’s cost realism analysis. Not Really.

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FedInsider

AUGUST 17, 2024

Friday, September 6, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 90 Minutes | 1.5 Michael and his team help organizations with strengthening their security posture against cyber and ransomware attacks and achieving compliance with government regulations, cybersecurity mandates and frameworks in the areas of Zero Trust and Micro-segmentation.

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WashngtonExec

JULY 21, 2024

Ryan Deslauriers Cyber Security Director, GDIT An important part of Ryan Deslauriers’ role is working in concert with the government, partners and auditors to help federal agencies successfully navigate security audits, cybersecurity inspections and other security accreditation activities.

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