Federal News Network

JANUARY 4, 2024

Foes are vanquished, in this case Boston Consulting Group, losing its OASIS+ bid protest at the Government Accountability Office. 21 and the Government Accountability Office has until April 1 to decide. GSA is expected to make anywhere between 6 and 8 awards. Along with ePS-NDVSB, other bidders may have included Amazon and Granger.

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Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

We just really want to make sure that through this effort, we’re supporting opportunities for small business owners to participate. But at the same time, she wants the small business industrial base to stop shrinking and SBIR/STTR is a good avenue for those new small firms. “We

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Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The government has promoted public participation in procurement monitoring, which is vital to combating corruption and improving efficiency, but few independent civil society organizations and individuals had the information, skills and influence to track contracting effectively.

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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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

SEPTEMBER 11, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

AUGUST 2, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

JULY 2, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

JULY 2, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

MAY 10, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

JUNE 13, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Federal News Network

JUNE 4, 2024

Because the line has been that small business participation is on the upswing in terms of the percentage of dollars from contracting, but the number of players is shrinking. Otherwise, they’re stuck with having to invest in an accounting system that is compliant with the government audit requirements.

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Capital Edge Consulting

FEBRUARY 6, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

JANUARY 19, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

MARCH 20, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Capital Edge Consulting

APRIL 10, 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. DCAA’s position, as in other cost accounting practices, is that “if it isn’t documented, it didn’t happen.”

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2024

FAR Part 19, “Small Business Programs,” and 8.4, “Federal Supply Schedules” Encouraging the participation of small businesses in procurement contract requirements, as deemed applicable, is government policy. Thereby, accommodatingly, the appropriate “method”/vehicle/charge account (BPA) is available for use as needs arise.

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2024

FAR Part 19, “Small Business Programs,” and 8.4, “Federal Supply Schedules” Encouraging the participation of small businesses in procurement contract requirements, as deemed applicable, is government policy. Thereby, accommodatingly, the appropriate “method”/vehicle/charge account (BPA) is available for use as needs arise.

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Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

Key Principles and Objectives of the FAR The FAR functions not only as a set of rules but also as a navigational tool, directing all government acquisition participants towards ethical practices and efficient procurement. In this context, it is essential to be aware of the Cost Accounting Standards Board and its regulations.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This symposium is an excellent opportunity for contracts and compliance professionals, Federal account executives, and other professionals to stay informed and ensure their organizations are prepared for current and future cybersecurity requirements from their Federal customers. Interested parties can register to participate here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Identify unmet needs, broken processes, and problems around transparency, participation, and accountability.” Innovative approaches : “What innovative approaches or emerging technologies could the government explore to enhance transparency, public participation, and accountability?” Open Government National Action Plan.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The award decisions received protests on the evaluations of small business participation, veteran employment, and relevant experience. However, the Court is allowing protests related to small business participation, veteran employment, and relevant experience to stand. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) denied the protest.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

GSA “Best Value” Legislation Advances in the House On September 20, Representative Byron Donalds (R-FL) announced that HR 9596, “The Value Over Cost Act”, advanced out of the Committee on Oversight and Accountability through a unanimous bipartisan vote of 39-0. The VA OSDBU has also been invited to participate with a tabletop.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The Government Accountability Office (GAO) denied the protest. Nevertheless, the procuring agency contracting officer chose to require offerors to recertify their size in connection with the follow-on task order solicitation under the OASIS contract.

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AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 23, 2024

A score less than 4 indicates mild food insecurity, meaning the participants worry about food and the household may reduce other essential expenses to pay for food. A value between 4 and 7 indicates moderate food insecurity, which means the household is compromising food quality, variety, and quantity.

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Select GCR

JUNE 11, 2024

This allows for a competent management strategy that accounts for the associated risks and costs, ultimately leading to a more competitive and successful bid. These contracts define minimum and maximum quantity limits and allow for the periodic placement of orders.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

However, a recent report from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) highlighted the importance of improving data collection in these spaces. The VA OSDBU has also been invited to participate with a tabletop. There will also be time to network with leadership of these contracting programs.

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Select GCR

AUGUST 27, 2024

Also, contract vehicles such as the General Services Administration (GSA) Schedules, and agency-specific Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, are mechanisms that streamline government purchasing of goods and services that contractors should utilize effectively.

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Select GCR

APRIL 8, 2025

Experienced government contractors must also be familiar with the various contracting vehicles used by federal agencies, including government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) and indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Businesses must also utilize the various resources available to support them in federal contracting.

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Procurement Notes

JUNE 13, 2022

OFCCP regulations state that “[t]he contractor must provide for the implementation of equal employment opportunity and the affirmative action program by assigning responsibility and accountability to an official of the organization.” [1] 1] Hence, someone must be identified as the head of the EEO program (e.g.,

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Additionally, Greenfield and TPP sought compensation for port services under the Agreement’s Fixed Annual Quantity (“FAQ”) provision, which obligated CFE to pay for a minimum volume of 1,300,000 tons of coal per year, whether or not that quantity was delivered to CFE. Are TPP and TMC Parties to the Agreement?

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Unlike private sector contracts, government contracts often come with strict regulations and oversight to ensure compliance and accountability. Two examples are Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and Time and Materials (T&M) contracts. A government bid refers to a proposal or offer made by companies.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 16, 2025

The Government Accountability Office will rule on the protests by mid-April. Proposed Rule to Increase Small Business Participation on Multiple-Award Contracts The FAR Council published a proposed rule to issue policy on small business participation on certain multiple-award contracts. A little over a month later, on Dec.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

. $1,000 Donated to Paws for Purple Hearts Thanks to Member Support The Coalition is thrilled to announce a $1,000 donation to Paws for Purple Hearts, made possible by the enthusiastic participation of our members and guests at the Fall Training Conference. To add the icon to your products on GSA Advantage!: GAO denied the protest. [5]

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