Public Contracting Institute

JULY 8, 2024

Introduction to CAS 405 and Unallowable Costs In the complex world of government contracting, understanding and properly accounting for unallowable costs as per Cost Accounting Standard (CAS) 405 is crucial for success. The Impact of CAS 405 on Contract Pricing Understanding CAS 405 is essential for accurate contract pricing.

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Price Government Contracts 52

FedScoop

MARCH 28, 2024

Significantly, ONC states that the federal government plans to encourage “education, outreach and transparency” about artificial intelligence use so that both individuals and health care providers are informed about the performance and privacy practices of the technology.

Data 84

Data IT Strategic Planning Electronics 84

FedScoop

JUNE 28, 2024

The Chief Data Officers Council was created in compliance with the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018 to promote data-sharing across the federal landscape and assist agencies with the implementation of transparent data practices called for in the OPEN Government Data Act.

IT 83

IT Data Transparency Inventory 83

Great Government Through Technology

MARCH 28, 2024

From reviewing offers and making awards, to monitoring the contract progress with a focus on transparency and accountability, you continue to make a difference and ensure taxpayer dollars are spent responsibly. Each group is instrumental to the success of our mission. Thank you for your unwavering dedication.

IT 64

IT Supply Chain Transparency Procurement 64

Open Contracting Partnership

JULY 21, 2023

David is the founder of reAcción , a grassroots anti-corruption civil society organization that empowers young people in Paraguay to fight for government transparency and social accountability. Most e-governance technology that attempts to turn citizen feedback into actionable recommendations, is really about upward accountability.

Accountability 52

Accountability Education Corruption Demand 52

Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Transparency International UK (TI-UK) just dropped a damning report on the UK’s pandemic-era procurement of PPE. Plenty of other countries let their professionals run the show with more transparent, better structured processes. Transparency was MIA In a crisis, transparency and trust are key. Yes, it was chaotic.

Procurement 68

Procurement Corruption Transparency Buyers 68

Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 9, 2024

Spotlight on Ethical and Transparent Corporate Culture The new pilot program underscores DOJ’s commitment to fostering a corporate culture of integrity and accountability, and sends a clear message to would-be whistleblowers and corporate entities alike. View the full article

IT 52

IT Corruption Accountability Insurance 52

FedScoop

MAY 2, 2024

That notice said that either an “unauthorized” actor or actors obtained access to company email accounts between March 2 and July 13 of that year — though Chemonics couldn’t identify the specific emails that were impacted, the company said in the disclosure. The firm declined to discuss their work on the topic.

IT 84

IT Data Accountability Transparency 84

FedScoop

JUNE 7, 2024

With that in mind, the watchdog pointed to the usefulness of its AI accountability framework. The IRS first piloted AI techniques for sampling tax returns in NRP audits during the 2019 filing season. The IRS first piloted AI techniques for sampling tax returns in NRP audits during the 2019 filing season.

Transparency 94

Transparency Accountability Import IT 94

Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 28, 2024

“We want to hold government accountable. These SOPs will not only serve as guidance for the auditors on how to carry out their work effectively but also for citizens on how to hold government accountable,” said Wana Alamsyah from ICW. Semarang City made a similar agreement in 2023.

Corruption 87

Corruption Data E-procurement Procurement 87

Inter-American Development Bank

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Digital transformation is changing how government agencies relate to citizens, allowing them to meet their constituents’ needs faster, fairer, and more transparently. CACAO stands for Accounting and Organizational Data Storage and Consultation System. One promising area for governments is the creation of Tax Administrations 3.0

Accountability 52

Accountability Data Electronics Balance 52

Whistleblower Network News

AUGUST 23, 2024

In his speech, Grassley highlighted different examples of how whistleblowers have provided his office with information to help increase transparency and accountability within the federal government. July 30 was National Whistleblower Day and whistleblowers, advocates and government officials gathered on Capitol Hill to celebrate.

Finance 120

Finance Accountability Transparency Networking 120

ExecutiveBiz

APRIL 8, 2024

Aaron Jacob , head of accounting solutions at TaxBit , said new crypto asset accounting guidance from the Federal Accounting Standards Board is expected to encourage the adoption of digital assets as it provides more clarity on accounting, reporting and disclosure of such assets.

Accountability 59

Accountability Transparency IT 59

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

To make matter worse, misapplication of Other Transaction Authority (OTA) and FAR 6-302 sole source rules has undermined transparency, and prevent fair and open competition. conflict of interests rules. conflict of interests rules. More recently BAH won a $1.65

Public Private Partnership 101

Public Private Partnership IT Influencing Corruption 101

Federal News Network

JULY 24, 2024

Anytime that you have support for additional protest review, whether the court reaffirms or opens the door to a new jurisdiction, it will result in more transparency, accountability and oversight, even if it’s just affirming where we understood jurisdiction to stand already.”

Transparency 105

Transparency Procurement Accountability Contract 105

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 4, 2024

Public procurement needs to be more transparent, efficient, and accountable to tackle the major social and economic challenges faced by governments across the world. Transparency on legal and regulatory frameworks To make e-GP systems work effectively, it’s essential to have supportive legislative arrangements in place.

E-procurement 75

E-procurement Procurement Public Procurement Transparency 75

FedScoop

AUGUST 20, 2024

In a report made public Monday , the Government Accountability Office outlined 37 total priority recommendations to improve how the Office of Management and Budget encourages adequate technology-related practices across the federal landscape.

Electronics 103

Electronics Inventory Data Transparency 103

FedScoop

MARCH 15, 2024

The ever-increasing backlog of Freedom of Information Act requests for federal agencies is due in part to technological issues facing the workers charged with fulfilling them, a new Government Accountability Office report found. It takes a lot of time.” said in a statement.

Accountability 114

Accountability Transparency Participation Efficiency 114

Curbing Corruption in Government Contracting

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

For years, the benefits of transparency as a policy tool to increase accountability and counter corruption have been lauded. In public procurement, this has given rise to a global movement promoting procurement data transparency, a.k.a. open contracting. But what do these commitments look like in reality?

Public Procurement 40

Public Procurement Transparency E-procurement Procurement 40

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 19, 2024

On-premises models over-provision to account for spikes and growth, risking underutilized capacity. Training in FinOps methodologies, custom cloud financial processes, cost transparency through tagging, and implementing cloud financial controls and automation, a center of excellence, and optimization strategy all help minimize costs.

Procurement 72

Procurement IT Price Sustainability 72

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

This targeted approach offers clearer accountability, enhanced transparency, simplified risk assessment, and focused testing procedures. Each dimension is explored in depth in our responsible use of machine learning guide. Cloud solutions can offer major environmental benefits with specialised data centres.

Government 67

Government Government Ethics Transparency 67

The Procurement ClassRoom

MAY 19, 2024

Integrating blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI) into public procurement processes holds significant promise for enhancing efficiency, effectiveness, and transparency, potentially reducing corruption. AI’s Role in Public Procurement AI enhances procurement by improving decision-making and streamlining processes.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Corruption Market Analysis 52

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 87

Accountability Price Electronics Data 87

FedScoop

JULY 8, 2024

Additionally, the organization recommended issuing an executive order that “mandates system auditability” along with developing standards for audit trails and advocating for legislation that aims to increase transparency in AI-related applications.

Government 102

Government Government Ethics Collaboration 102

How to Crack a Nut

MAY 3, 2023

The analysis stresses the risks stemming from ‘inaccurate, biased, or nonsensical’ GenAI outputs and, in particular, that ‘the key principles of public administration such as accountability, transparency, impartiality, or reliability need to be considered thoroughly in the [GenAI] integration process’.

IT 52

IT Transparency Data Accountability 52

FedScoop

JUNE 5, 2024

But he added that it can’t spend “weeks reviewing a model or reviewing one use case” and has to look at how it can “enable the organization to innovate” while still taking inequities and constraints into account. Officials also noted that important criteria for the agency’s own use of the technology are transparency and consistency.

Ethics 91

Ethics Transparency Innovation Inventory 91

Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 8, 2024

Failing to inform employees of their right to blow the whistle causes a chilling effect throughout the agency, weakening accountability,” says whistleblower attorney Stephen M. “These failures inappropriately imply that disclosure of information to Congress, IGs, and the OSC is unauthorized,” writes Grassley.

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Whistle-blowing Accountability Transparency Demand 96

Extract Systems

DECEMBER 26, 2023

California’s Governor Gavin Newsom's signing of Assembly Bill 1466 (AB1466) stands as a sign for transparency and accountability. These plans outline the precise methods and technologies employed to identify and redact unlawfully restrictive covenants, ensuring a transparent and accountable process.

Government 52

Government Government Transparency Accountability 52

Whistleblower Network News

JULY 15, 2024

In a letter filed with the SEC, representation for the whistleblowers called for a federal investigation into OpenAI’s policies, demanding changes to ensure a culture of transparency and accountability as the industry races to develop artificial intelligence. We must have a culture of transparency, openness, and honest debate.

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Whistle-blowing Transparency Demand Accountability 91

FedInsider

APRIL 22, 2024

And both the state and the city have open data portals to provide accessibility, transparency, and accountability. Friday, May 10, 2024 | 2:00PM EDT | 90 Minutes | 1.5 CPE The state of New York is emphasizing improving its IT resilience.

IT 52

IT E-procurement Innovation Participation 52

FedScoop

AUGUST 22, 2024

to take action on the Strengthening Agency Management and Oversight of Software Assets Act by the end of this session, referring to the bill to bolster transparency and communication in IT spending across federal agencies as “must-pass legislation.” Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La.,

Purchasing 111

Purchasing Inventory Utilities Transparency 111

Select GCR

JULY 23, 2024

The SAM registration process involves creating an account on SAM.gov, obtaining a Unique Entity ID, and finalizing your SAM profile with accurate company information, which should be kept current through annual renewals and regular updates. What is SAM Registration?

Accountability 52

Accountability Government Contracts Contract Networking 52

FedScoop

AUGUST 12, 2024

Currently, the department has hired 14 people in BCDO roles, accounting for roughly 25% of its bureaus, Khan said. The goal of this is really to harness the power of data to advance diplomatic efforts, improve operational efficiency, and ensure transparency and accountability in the Department of State’s activities,” Khan said.

Data 85

Data Collaboration Efficiency Accountability 85

Inside Government Contracts

AUGUST 21, 2023

Section 804 of the House-enacted version of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024 would establish a “loser pays” pilot program to require contractors to reimburse the Department of Defense for costs incurred in “processing” bid protests that are ultimately denied by the Government Accountability Office.

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Bidding Quality Sustainability Accountability 130

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. He further noted that “whistleblowers are patriots and our most powerful tool in rooting out waste, fraud, abuse and misconduct.”

Whistle-blowing 83

Whistle-blowing Accountability Education Transparency 83

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 24, 2024

They create an enabling culture for innovation and promote transparency and trust in digitized services. Ukraine’s open government procurement site Prozorro (which means transparency in Ukrainian) is an example of a successful PPP investment in DPI. Simpler access drives service use and increases customer demand and adoption.

Government 69

Government Government Transparency Public Private Partnership 69

Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Public procurement is like the heartbeat of public spending in most of Africa – by some estimates, it accounts for 17% of the GDP of African Countries. These included ongoing issues such as poor institutional coordination, lack of transparency, high levels of corruption, and murky lines of accountability.

Public Procurement 63

Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement Transparency 63