Select GCR

DECEMBER 27, 2023

How do you become a successful Government contractor? 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. Start the new year off right.

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Government Government Government Contracts Strategic Planning 94

Whistleblower Network News

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

The DOJ alleges that Lockheed Martin violated the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) which mandates that when negotiating sole source contracts, the government has access to the cost or pricing data that the offeror used when developing its proposal. Qui tam whistleblowers are eligible to receive between 15 and 30% of the governments recovery.

Negotiation 103

Negotiation Price Data Sustainability 103

ExecutiveBiz

MARCH 27, 2024

Lumen Technologies and Zscaler have teamed up to offer a managed zero trust network access service designed to help government agencies and affiliates mitigate cybersecurity risks by safeguarding access to their critical data and infrastructure.

Networking 105

Networking Management Data Government 105

FedScoop

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Act of 2020 required the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Office of Management and Budget to develop guidance for securely procuring IoT — networked technology and devices typically connected to physical objects like buildings, vehicles and other infrastructure.

Inventory 119

Inventory Transportation Transportation Accountability 119

Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Following our recent overview of topics to watch in the National Defense Authorization Act (“NDAA”) for Fiscal Year (“FY”) 2024, available here , we continue our coverage with a “deep dive” into NDAA provisions related to cybersecurity and software security in each of the Senate and House bills. Reviewing Cyberspace Operations Management.

Networking 173

Networking Data Evaluation Government Contracts 173

FedInsider

JULY 15, 2024

Thursday, August 22, 2023 | 12:00PM – 5:00PM EDT | 3 CPE | Reston, VA 5G networks have become more common over the past few years. Despite the challenges, 5G presents significant opportunities for government agencies at all levels to improve and expand their services to constituents. Additionally, while 33% of US.

Innovation 85

Innovation Government Government Networking 85

SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 21, 2024

APTAC supports the APEX Accelerators by providing important information, professional networking, comprehensive training and a voice in national government contracting assistance. They are a great resource for obtaining helpful information for federal government contractors. Hope to see you there!

Government Contracts 103

Government Contracts Supplier Networking Import 103

SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The Indian Country Business Summit (ICBS) is hosting its annual “Diversity in Government Contracting” ICBSSHOW in Oklahoma City this month. It also provides invaluable access to government agency buyers and policy leaders, prime contractors, and tribal procurement representatives looking to expand their vendor pools.

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Buyers Government Contracts Procurement Networking 105

Whistleblower Network News

JANUARY 30, 2025

Qualified whistleblowers are eligible to receive monetary awards of 10-30% of the monies collected by the government in action aided by their disclosure. The Wall Street Journal reports that the Department of Government Efficiency (‘DOGE’) will target cuts at agencies including the SEC.

Import 98

Import Efficiency Accountability Networking 98

FedInsider

MARCH 4, 2024

Thursday, April 11, 2024 | 12:00PM – 5:00PM EDT | 3 CPE | Albany, NY The state of New York and many of its cities are aggressively pursuing a strategic overhaul of the delivery of services to residents. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. She has held senior roles at the U.S. Moses received a Ph.D.,

Government 98

Government Government Strategic Planning Data 98

FedTech Magazine

DECEMBER 22, 2023

rule by fall 2024 in response to increasing cyberattacks on its supply chain by foreign adversaries. will help the Department of Defense verify the maturity levels of certain cyber systems and processes with a focus on the protection of sensitive information stored on contractor networks.

Supply Chain 179

Supply Chain Budget Networking Management 179

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The Army has been talking for many, many years about the need to simplify its IT networks. It also doesn’t hurt that network simplification is a major priority for the Army’s new chief of staff. It also doesn’t hurt that network simplification is a major priority for the Army’s new chief of staff.

Networking 112

Networking IT Integration Integrity 112

FedInsider

JANUARY 24, 2024

Thursday, January 25, 2024 | 12:00PM – 5:00PM EST | 3 CPE | Washington DC Cybersecurity has always contended with evolving threats. He had an extensive career in the Federal Government, with leadership responsibilities leading to numerous national level roles at the Senior Executive Service level since April 2006.

Media 145

Media Leadership Evaluation Management 145

FedInsider

JANUARY 17, 2024

Tuesday, February 13, 2024 | 2:00PM EST | 1 Hour | 1 CPE State and local governments had to adapt quickly to the effects of the pandemic, as workers and residents alike were encouraged to shelter in their homes. This created major challenges for agencies’ IT systems and technical support staff. He has twice been awarded Jessie H.

Government 116

Government Government Participation Networking 116

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, we take a look back at what has been achieved over the last year in Public Procurement in Scotland. We asked members of the Public Procurement Group (PPG) to summarise their sectors 2024 achievements. Id just like to say thank you very much for everybody’s hard work during 2024.

Public Procurement 48

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 48

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

At The Coalition for Government Procurement, we are grateful for their service and the freedoms that veterans have protected for us all. Learn “What’s Next” After the Election at the 2024 Fall Training Conference, Nov. 20-21 The 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next?

Logistics 52

Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Federal News Network

MARCH 26, 2025

billion in costs through category management in fiscal 2024, nearly 29% above their goal for the year. To celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2025, we’re spotlighting 25 pivotal moments that reshaped the way the government operates. By the end of fiscal 2024, $384 billion of the governments contract obligations or 78.5%

Category Management 54

Category Management Management Purchasing Budget 54

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

When they buy technology, cities and counties will often face multiple issues, says Dean Cunningham , segment development manager, Public Safety at Axis Communications , a company that produces network cameras, access control systems, network audio devices and other IP networking solutions for physical security and video surveillance applications.

Purchasing 110

Purchasing Total Cost of Ownership Government Government 110

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.

Bid Rigging 105

Bid Rigging Government Contracts Project Management Business Procurement 105

FedInsider

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Friday, September 27, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 1 Hour | 1 CPE The advent of 5G technology opened a new world of possibilities, enabling applications such as autonomous vehicles, the Internet of Things IoT), and smart cities. The NSC provides the Government direct access to over 350 members of U.S.

Government 88

Government Government Networking Warehouse 88

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The Government Accountability Office’s annual report to Congress on the state of bid protests always is fascinating. Source: GAO Bid Protest Report to Congress for Fiscal 2024. Of the protests resolved on the merits during fiscal year 2024, our Office sustained 16 percent of those protests.

Thresholds 89

Thresholds E-procurement Accountability Procurement 89

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Over the course of several months, the ITVMO, the Office of Management and Budget and Microsofts federal division discussed the governments requests and proposed additional ways to establish a strategic partnership, Stanton wrote in the blog obtained by Federal News Network. billion in spending.

Inventory 81

Inventory Price Purchasing Negotiation 81

Federal News Network

APRIL 9, 2024

Jason Workmaster, Miller and Chevalier This week on Off the Shelf , Jason Workmaster from Miller Chevalier provides a legal and policy update for government contractors. The post A policy update for government contractors first appeared on Federal News Network.

Government 85

Government Government Bidding Supplier 85

FedInsider

JUNE 24, 2024

Thursday, August 1, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 90 Minutes | 1.5 CPE As all levels of government seek ways to harness the benefits of artificial intelligence ( AI ) and mitigate its potential risks, the need for an overall national strategy to foster innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth becomes clearer.

Government 86

Government Government Participation Leadership 86

Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 22, 2024

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.” Senator Grassley has long been a champion of whistleblowers’ rights and protection, spearheading visibility within the government.

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Whistle-blowing Accountability Transparency Education 111

Federal News Network

JUNE 4, 2024

Government contractors on the whole are optimistic about future business. They expect more growth as the government adopts artificial intelligence. But I think, if you think about the timing when we did the survey in January, appropriations for 2024 were not done yet. And the government spending itself never actually goes down.

Government 131

Government Government Supply Chain Manufacturing 131

SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The 2024 NDAA is directing quite a change in past performance evaluations for offerors in Department of Defense acquisitions. The 2024 NDAA, though, has actually mandated a change within the DFARS that will up-end this long-held tenet for Department of Defense contracts. The 2024 NDAA was signed into law in late December 2023.

Evaluation 104

Evaluation Government Contracts Accountability Contract 104

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? Acquisition officials from Federal agencies will be in attendance to provide the latest updates and discuss “what’s next” in terms of government policies, programs, and initiatives.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Today, I have the privilege of announcing our 2023-2024 Amazon Web Services (AWS) IMAGINE Grant winners. Designed to provide high quality and culturally rich online learning experiences – both inside and outside of the classroom – HBCUv will launch its course sharing network and community engagement platform in 2024.

Warehouse 132

Warehouse Supply Chain Data Capacity 132

FedInsider

MARCH 6, 2024

Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 90 Minutes | 1.5 That kind of growth rate might be the envy of other states, but it also means increased pressure on the state government to deliver internet-based, user-friendly services for everything from child support services to renewing business licenses.

Engineering 105

Engineering Leadership Consulting Education 105

FedInsider

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Thursday, January 18, 2024 | 2:00PM EST | 1 Hour | Training Certificate State and local governments and education produce large amounts of unstructured data in a wide range of data types. Keeping these diverse data sets safe and ensuring their high availability are essential for smooth educational and government operations.

Data 98

Data Government Government Participation 98

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.

Government 97

Government Government Participation Consulting 97

Whistleblower Network News

JANUARY 3, 2024

The only thing holding back effective whistleblower laws in the United States is the lobbying power of special interests and powerful government officials’ hostility toward dissent,” Kohn writes in conclusion. Anti-Corruption Strategy. This must end.

Corruption 114

Corruption Networking Government Government 114

FedScoop

APRIL 3, 2025

In an audit released Tuesday on the EPAs 2024 compliance with the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA), the OIG found that the agency is unable to ensure the completeness and accuracy of its systems inventory without having validation of IT systems inventory data.

Inventory 87

Inventory Data Management IT 87

ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

government spending on cybersecurity capabilities have focused more on innovation rather than interoperability, which sets back the efficiency of their cyber infrastructure, said Drew Epperson , vice president of federal engineering at Palo Alto Networks. Join the Potomac Officers Club's 2024 Cyber Summit on June 6.

Networking 64

Networking Integration Integrity Innovation 64

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 26, 2024

Children’s National Hospital , Nationwide Children’s Hospital , and the Children’s Brain Tumor Network will receive $1 million each from AWS to support their work. This expands access to government customers and offers them selection among speed, performance, and price.

Innovation 124

Innovation Sustainability Logistics Efficiency 124

Whistleblower Network News

JULY 2, 2024

On April 10, NWC sent out the letters calling for the celebration of National Whistleblower Day 2024 on July 30. Ahead of last year’s National Whistleblower Day, some agencies confirmed with Whistleblower Network News their plans for the holiday. For the past ten years, the U.S.

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Education Networking Government Government 142