Government Contracts

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Government Accountability Office and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims concerning an agency's decision not to hold post-award discussions, a timeliness trap in certain Federal Supply Schedule procurements and the importance of providing contemporaneous documentation in price-evaluation protests.

Bidding 52

Bidding Price Evaluation Accountability 52

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Public sector organizations worldwide face a common challenge: processing an ever-growing volume of document-heavy applications across various services. While we focus on naturalization as our primary example, the solution discussed can be applied to any public sector use case involving large-scale document processing.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Data Import Utilities 52

AWS Public Sector

JANUARY 18, 2024

Amazon Web Services (AWS) can help credit unions prepare for audits, assess security posture, and produce documentation for state or federal regulators. Supporting FFIEC, NCUA compliance with AWS services Credit unions can utilize the following AWS services to evaluate their compliance with FFIEC and NCUA cyber requirements.

Evaluation 80

Evaluation Management Inventory Accountability 80

The Procurement ClassRoom

MAY 4, 2024

Throughout my career as a procurement practitioner, I have never seen bids submitted that are perfectly responsive to the evaluation criteria or requirements specified in the solicitation documents. Thus, deviations from the evaluation requirement could either be material/major or immaterial/minor.

Public Procurement 95

Public Procurement Procurement Bidder Bidding 95

FedScoop

APRIL 9, 2024

As the IRS’s Direct File pilot approaches the end of its 2024 runway, a new watchdog report finds that the tax agency’s cost estimates for the program were incomplete and would need “a comprehensive accounting” ahead of a potential takeoff in 2025. We found this as well.

Accountability 115

Accountability Price Electronics Data 115

Capital Edge Consulting

AUGUST 28, 2024

In government contracting, maintaining a DCAA-approved accounting system is crucial. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) enforces strict guidelines to ensure that contractors’ accounting systems meet the standards required for compliance. Key Takeaways: Overview of DCAA Approved Accounting System essentials.

Accountability 52

Accountability Import Internal Control Government Contracts 52

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 25, 2019

Price analysis can be considered a stage of bid evaluation depending on the provisions of a legal and regulatory framework. It is an assessment of the evaluated price of a responsive bid to ascertain that it is not unreasonably high nor unreasonably low, but fair enough to the procuring entity and the supplier.

Evaluation 52

Evaluation Price Bidding Procurement 52

Capital Edge Consulting

AUGUST 14, 2024

Two Quick Ways to Fail DCAA T imekeeping Requirements The federal government is the biggest purchaser of goods and services, so it's important that you have a good grip on your accounting practices. Employee Training DCAA will audit training content and documented attendance. Are Floor Check Audits Going Virtual?

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Distribution Consulting 52

Capital Edge Consulting

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Two Quick Ways to Fail DCAA T imekeeping Requirements The federal government is the biggest purchaser of goods and services, so it's important that you have a good grip on your accounting practices. Employee Training DCAA will audit training content and documented attendance. Are Floor Check Audits Going Virtual?

Accountability 52

Accountability Government Government Internal Control 52

Tendersinfo

APRIL 8, 2021

It takes into account components like Cost, Quality, and Technicality of various bid proposals while deciding a contract award. It is well updated in the Tender Document about the above metrics based on which the successful bidder will be announced and also the weightage that each one of the criteria holds.

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Procurement Team Evaluation Tender Procurement 52

Capital Edge Consulting

AUGUST 23, 2024

Two Quick Ways to Fail DCAA T imekeeping Requirements The federal government is the biggest purchaser of goods and services, so it's important that you have a good grip on your accounting practices. Employee Training DCAA will audit training content and documented attendance. Are Floor Check Audits Going Virtual?

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Distribution Consulting 52

Public Contracting Institute

JULY 5, 2024

In the complex world of government contracting, understanding and implementing Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) is crucial for success. Today, we’re diving deep into CAS 406, which focuses on establishing and adhering to cost accounting periods.

Accountability 52

Accountability Government Contracts Price Contract 52

Capital Edge Consulting

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Two Quick Ways to Fail DCAA T imekeeping Requirements The federal government is the biggest purchaser of goods and services, so it's important that you have a good grip on your accounting practices. Employee Training DCAA will audit training content and documented attendance. Are Floor Check Audits Going Virtual?

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Distribution Consulting 52

FedScoop

JANUARY 23, 2024

The Office of Personnel Management and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence do not have adequate data for assessing government security clearances and other vetting processes, the Government Accountability Office said in a report released Monday.

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Risk Management Data Accountability Management 112

Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Additionally, having a solid accounting system that adheres to generally accepted accounting principles is essential for maintaining compliance and ensuring successful contract management. Meeting all the criteria outlined in the solicitation documents ensures compliance and increases the chances of winning the contract.

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Buyers 52

AWS Public Sector

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The post also shows how these previous automation measures can be applied across accounts with AWS Organizations and AWS Control Tower. Doing so allows your organization to: Consistently implement security and compliance across different environments, Regions, and accounts, and reduce the risk of human error.

Accountability 81

Accountability Management Evaluation Inventory 81

Government Contracts Legal Forum

JANUARY 22, 2024

In its first published bid protest sustain decision of the new year, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlights agencies’ obligation to adequately document a substantive analysis of proposals against the solicitation requirements, even in FAR Part 16.5 procurements. In SierTeK-Peerless JV LLC , B-422085, B-422085.2,

Sustainability 40

Sustainability Evaluation Accountability Transportation 40

AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 13, 2023

First, AWS Config , a service that continually assesses, audits, and evaluates the configurations and relationships of your resources on AWS, on premises, and on other clouds, offers a conformance pack for NIST 800-53r5. AWS Control Tower is built on top of AWS Organizations , which allows customers to group accounts and centralize billing.

Accountability 123

Accountability Data Management Government 123

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Becoming a prime contractor involves registering with the System for Award Management (SAM), obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, and meeting federal requirements for compliance and documentation. They are accountable for managing all aspects of the project, ensuring that it is completed on time and within budget.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Bidding Participation 52

Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

JUNE 22, 2017

This position also prepares resolutions with applicable supporting documentation for the Board of Commissioners’ review and approval. Reports to: Finance Director Hours of Work: Work is conducted during normal business hours 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday, with the possibility of an occasional evening or weekend meeting.

Purchasing 100

Purchasing Insurance E-procurement Bidding 100

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Expect a lengthy document The CMMC rule won’t make for light reading. Travis said he expects the rule will be in the “hundreds of pages” when you factor in supporting documents. The rule and other supporting documents could also shed more light on DoD’s plan for eventually implementing the requirements.

Supply Chain 114

Supply Chain Accountability Manufacturing Demand 114

Public Contracting Institute

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

A recent decision confirms that in a source selection, the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) saw nothing unreasonable in giving credit to an offeror that exceeded the solicitation requirements but could provide value to the agency during contract performance. Awardee’s evaluated price was $64.98 May 11, 2023.

Evaluation 40

Evaluation Price Government Contracts Consulting 40

The CGP

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Transparent communication also promotes accountability and trust between the parties and with the public. Given the significant public impact of this PAP, stakeholders across the procurement system should have the opportunity to comment on this document. Currently, operational policy guidance is not posted for the public.

Transparency 100

Transparency Negotiation Price Procurement 100

FedScoop

APRIL 15, 2024

This kind of documentation is supposed to be released when agencies deploy a technology that could involve someone’s personal information. If and when that assessment is finalized, ICE plans to develop procedures focused on guiding the use of commercial telemetry services.

Data 145

Data Impact Assessment Purchasing Electronics 145

Federal News Network

JANUARY 24, 2025

This efficiency opportunity will eliminate structural stovepipes that have hindered accountability, consistency, flexibility, and workload optimization. Reorganize the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) acquisition workforce supporting the FSS program. Put commercial back into commercial item contracting.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Government Government 52

Federal News Network

AUGUST 20, 2024

Additionally, NAVWAR also said it mislabeled the document as unclassified, again raising even more questions among observers about how a well-worn process fell apart in so many different places. The spokesperson said NAVWAR is reviewing the document sign-off and release processes.

Procurement 118

Procurement Electronics Contract Evaluation 118

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 23, 2024

After reading full draft RFP, I get the sense they want to have something similar because of its success and they are forward thinking and asking what the technology roadmap would look like in the next five years,” said Robin Gardner, the GSA account manager for CGI, which also is a COMET BPA holder and plans to bid on COMET II.

Bidder 103

Bidder Bidding E-procurement Purchasing 103

Government Contracts

JANUARY 16, 2024

Government Accountability Office, offering perspectives on standing, document production, agency deference, System for Award Management registration requirements and mentor-protégé joint venture proposal evaluations. Attorneys at Bradley Arant discuss noteworthy 2023 bid protest decisions from the U.S.

Bidding 52

Bidding Import Evaluation Accountability 52

Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

HUBZone-certified businesses not only gain eligibility for set-aside contracts but also receive a 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions. A DCAA-compliant accounting system must properly document costs and transactions, exclude unallowable costs, and ensure compliant timekeeping functionality.

Government 52

Government Government Government Contracts Negotiation 52

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

This targeted approach offers clearer accountability, enhanced transparency, simplified risk assessment, and focused testing procedures. Evaluate models thoroughly on safety characteristics such as prompt stereotyping (encoded biases for gender, socioeconomic status, etc), factual knowledge, and toxicity.

Government 75

Government Government Ethics Transparency 75

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 22, 2024

The team carefully considered execution methods to prevent unintended disruptions, including options like a sidecar or using AWS Systems Manager documents to accomplish experiments with actions that are not natively supported by the service today. In parallel, FIS runs the Systems Manager document for CPU/memory stress.

IT 120

IT Engineering Education Integration 120

Public Contracting Institute

JULY 23, 2024

It’s rare but it does happen, that the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) sustains five separate violations of the procurement regulations in a single protest. The LOC’s price evaluation considered only 16 out of 18 total labor categories, even though use of all categories was required by the solicitation.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Evaluation Price Consulting 52

Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

JULY 18, 2017

Using various analytical methods evaluates City's current purchasing patterns and practices; develops and continuously improves centralized purchasing systems and procedures. Oversees and directs staff on development of contracting forms and contracting documents. Provides training and technical guidance as needed.

Purchasing 100

Purchasing Management Warehouse E-procurement 100

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

From recorded testimonies to jail cell conversations, audiovisual files can play an important role in accurately documenting evidence that can make or break a case. Delivering these files in an easily accessible manner enables district attorneys to thoroughly evaluate and analyze evidence for presentation in court.

Media 72

Media Integration Integrity Distribution 72

The Procurement School

APRIL 22, 2024

A lack of clarity will be reflected in the quality of the solicitation document, the evaluation criteria and the bid submissions. Trade agreements require that the estimated procurement value be posted with the solicitation document. The estimated value also determines how long the document is posted for bidders to respond.

Procurement 52

Procurement Market Analysis Bidder Public Procurement 52

FedScoop

JUNE 28, 2024

There is a draft version of the guidance, according to Michelle Sager, managing director of the Government Accountability Office’s strategic issues team, but the GAO has not seen it. The government watchdog has previously recommended that OMB issue the Phase II document and the “action is still in progress.” Willam Timmons, R-S.C.,

IT 94

IT Data Transparency Inventory 94

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2025

This efficiency opportunity will eliminate structural stovepipes that have hindered accountability, consistency, flexibility, and workload optimization. Reorganize the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) acquisition workforce supporting the FSS program. Put commercial back into commercial item contracting.

Efficiency 40

Efficiency Procurement Government Government 40