Open Contracting Partnership

JANUARY 16, 2025

Fortunately, our team is already hard at work helping you make public procurement better for everyone: we kicked off the year supporting reforms in Thailand and sharing how New York City is increasing participation and access to city contracts. In 2024, DREAM captured $4bn in projects; it now has over $14bn and counting!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 1, 2024

I want to personally say “thank you” to all our members who participated, the instructors who spent countless hours preparing and teaching the material, and to Miller & Chevalier Chartered for hosting us in your beautiful Washington, DC office space. on May 8-9, if not before!

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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.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

8, 2024) , the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) sustained the Service-Disabled Small Business (SDVOSB) status protest of BTNG Enterprises, LLC (BTNG). In Mckenna Brytan Indus. LLC , SBA No. VSBC-334, 2023 (Feb. McKenna Brytan is a significant protest. ” 13 C.F.R. 128.401(a).

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 8, 2024

This is the third post in ICCA series of reports on the ICCA 2024 Congress (“Congress”), which took place in Hong Kong. This post reports on the events of Tuesday, 7 May 2024, the second full day of the Congress. The speakers then discussed in detail Guidelines I.B, The speakers then discussed in detail Guidelines I.B,

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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. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 8, 2024

This is the third post in ICCA series of reports on the ICCA 2024 Congress (“Congress”), which took place in Hong Kong. This post reports on the events of Tuesday, 7 May 2024, the second full day of the Congress. The speakers then discussed in detail Guidelines I.B, The speakers then discussed in detail Guidelines I.B,

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

The second and final panel, which concluded the CBAr 23rd International Arbitration Conference, was moderated by Mr. Fernando Serec and was entitled “The Future (of the Past) of Foreign Investment, Infrastructure, and Sustainability in Brazil,” presented by Ms. Does it have a genuine sustainable development policy? Elena Landau and Ms.

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FedScoop

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

A newly released 2024 E-Government Survey from the United Nations paints a picture of significant progress in the global pursuit of digital government. The findings are based on a combination of factors, including online government services, telecommunications infrastructure, adult literacy and digital participation.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Become a Sponsor of the 2024 Spring Training Conference! We would like to thank our current sponsors: 2024 Spring Training Conference, May 8-9 To view the 2024 Sponsorship Prospectus, click here. Agencies are directed to focus attention on maximizing small business participation below the simplified acquisition threshold.

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Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Despite the increasing growth, misconceptions around OTAs still linger, said Bonnie Evangelista, the DoD’s chief data and AI officer’s acting deputy for acquisition directorate, at the Advantage DoD 2024 symposium Tuesday. Unlike some traditional contracting methods, OTAs demand constant oversight and active participation.

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FedInsider

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Available on Demand | March 13, 2024 | 1 Hour | 1 CPE After the events of the past few years, security is in the forefront of election officials’ minds. 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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How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

More recently, and in line with developments in other jurisdictions, procurement has been increasingly singled out as a tool to promote environmental and sustainability goals, as well as social goals, or as a tool to foster innovation. Overall, EU procurement law offers a diverse toolkit for public buyers to embed sustainability requirements.

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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? Comments are due no later than October 7, 2024. 89 FR 68274.

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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

OCTOBER 10, 2024

During the training, Jason, Liam, and Alex will cover the following topics and more: Pricing – Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)/Commercial Sales Practices (CSP); Domestic Preferences; Supply Chain; Enforcement/Mandatory Disclosure/Ethics; Sustainability Requirements/Policy; and Bid Protests Update. Join Us at the Fall Training Conference!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 29, 2024

Members that would like to participate in the VA FSS Working Group, please contact Joseph Snyderwine at jsnyderwine@thecgp.org. 27, 2024. [3] SIZ-6281 (2024). [5] NAICS-6286 (2024). ” Comments on the proposed rule are due on or before October 15, 2024. Comments on the proposed rule are due on Oct. program.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 21, 2024

As citizens of more than 190 countries unite to commemorate Earth Day on 22 April, the Campaign for Greener Arbitrations (“CGA”) continues to progress its mission to guide the international arbitration community towards more sustainable practices. Look for CGA representatives at ICCA Hong Kong , LIDW , and many upcoming events.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Partnership (EIP) Awards are due TODAY, October 25, 2024. Sustainable Excellence Award – Presented to a government agency or contractor that has made outstanding contributions that meet the Federal Government’s sustainability goals. is less than one month away! Authored by Evan D.

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Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 8, 2024

As we celebrate, we find ourselves at the crossroads of progress and potential, confronting the myths holding women back from participating in public procurement and attaining certain heights in leadership. Check out Strategy 2024-2030: Better Public Procurement for People and the Planet.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 5, 2024

The Delhi Arbitration Weekend (“DAW”) 2024 that took place from 6 to 10 March 2024 witnessed two back-to-back panels on Investor-State Dispute Settlement (“ISDS”). Subramanian , looked at the state of ISDS in 2024. ISDS in 2024 The Current State of ISDS: A State’s Perspective Justice V. Sundaram (Senior Advocate), J.

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Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 4, 2024

In 2024, rural development and public contracting opportunities are poised to play a significant role in bolstering economic growth and sustainability in underserved communities. Conclusion As we navigate through 2024, the landscape of public contracting offers significant opportunities for rural development.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The Coalition is thrilled to unveil the agenda for the governmentwide day of our 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next? ! October 28 : Webinar: 2024 (2025 FCPs) Public Law Pricing Update for Covered Drugs – Click here to register. Join Our Sponsor Lineup for the 2024 Fall Training Conference!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The Coalition invites you to register for the 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next? ! Showcase Your Brand at the 2024 Fall Training Conference! Feedback is due by November 22, 2024 and can be submitted to VendorPerformance@gsa.gov. Don’t Miss Out! Several protestors have filed motions.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 1, 2024

As part of the 2024 Paris Arbitration Week (“PAW”), Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP hosted a webinar on “Amplifying the Voices of Developing States in ISDS Reform.” countries, are by far the most vocal participants in the discussions. Mr. Bigge and Ms. Jaime appeared in their personal capacities. Canada and E.U.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

JUNE 27, 2024

On June 6, 2024, the General Services Administration (GSA) issued a final rule seeking to minimize the use of single-use plastic (SUP) packaging materials in goods procured through the Federal Supply Schedules (FSS). The final rule is effective starting July 8, 2024.

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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. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. Live Captioning CART What is CART?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 4, 2024

We would like to thank our current sponsors: 2024 Spring Training Conference, May 8-9 To view the 2024 Sponsorship Prospectus, click here. On March 6, 2024, the Federal Circuit vacated the CBCA decision on the threshold jurisdictional issue. The Government Accountability Office disagreed and sustained the protest. [6]

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Open Contracting Partnership

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

When we asked which issue areas are most important to you, we saw a deep alignment with our own increased investment in anticorruption, sustainability, and electronic procurement. In 2024, we look towards implementation of the resolution and participation at the International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) in Lithuania this summer.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 15, 2024

Latin America and the Caribbean are at a crossroads of environmental sustainability and inclusive development; and public governance plays a critical role in a fair green transition, especially given existing inequalities, limited fiscal capacity, and deteriorating public trust.

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Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Last week in Rome, we brought together over 100 leaders from 26 European governments , EU institutions, global organizations like the World Bank, OECD, EBRD, and UNOPS, civil society, and the private sector for the 3rd International Open and Sustainable Public Procurement Conference 2024. We’re ready to help make this happen.

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FedInsider

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Monday, October 7, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 1 Hour | 1 CPE The United States leads the world in adopting 5G technology for communications and wireless internet access, thanks to its high speed, low latency, and increased bandwidth access. This has provided a huge boost to digital transformation in both the public and private sectors.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 25, 2024

On Monday 18 March 2024, ESSEC Business School and EFILA co-organized a panel discussion within the framework of the Paris Arbitration Week (“PAW”) 2024, discussing the interactions between Human Rights, Environmental, Societal and Governance (“ESG”), Civil Society and investment arbitration. The event was hosted by Prof.

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Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 30, 2024

Public procurement regulations is absolutely front and centre to this, both in terms of buying more sustainable products and services, but also incentivising its supply chain to adopt environmentally friendly practices. The total value of such contracts was more than 535 billion pounds in 2023 and is already at 400 billion for 2024 to date.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The Coalition has hit the ground running in 2024 with a multitude of webinars, trainings, and committee meetings, but perhaps none excite us more than bringing back our MAS Basic Training: The Nuts & Bolts and our GSA and VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel courses. We look forward to your participation!

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 25, 2024

As part of its broader economic strategy outlined in the Mongolia Development Plan for 2024 , Mongolia plans to sign an economic partnership agreement with Korea and a free trade agreement with China. Mongolia also aims to review and update its BITs with Vietnam and India.

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How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Participants expressed a range of views as to which risks should be prioritised, noting that addressing frontier risks is not mutually exclusive from addressing existing AI risks and harms.’ Multiple participants suggested that existing voluntary commitments would need to be put on a legal or regulatory footing in due course.

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