Public Contracting Institute

MARCH 29, 2024

A study featured on GovLoop highlights the strategic advantage of cultural competence in improving service quality and addressing racial and ethnic disparities. It emphasizes the development of a workforce adept in delivering high-quality services to all, irrespective of cultural or linguistic backgrounds.

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Import Contract Leadership Government Contracts 40

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 2, 2024

Introduction This article is based on the review of standard bidding documents from several organizations including the World Bank , Millennium Challenge Corporation , the Public Procurement and Concession Commission of the Republic of Liberia , and Public Procurement Authority of Ghana.

Public Procurement 91

Public Procurement Bidding Procurement Bidder 91

FedScoop

JUNE 28, 2024

With diplomatic posts in over 270 countries and myriad language needs that come with that, communication is of the utmost importance to State’s mission. But the “engagements” and “basic humanity” diplomats bring to the table “really can’t be replaced.” It’s like getting double the staff overnight,” he said.

Inventory 114

Inventory Media Integration Integrity 114

Whistleblower Network News

JUNE 3, 2024

Satyendra was murdered over 20 years ago upon exposing corruption involved in the construction of India’s largest highway project at the time, which resulted in poor quality of work and the looting of public money. Whistleblowers are very important for society and need to be encouraged to control wrongdoing in the system.

Corruption 102

Corruption Capacity Quality Participation 102

American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

In today’s world, ensuring clean and healthy indoor air quality has become more crucial than ever, especially with the increasing prevalence of wildfires. However, this creates a unique dilemma: how can we balance the need for ventilation with the dangers of poor outdoor air quality?

Quality 52

Quality Balance Networking Innovation 52

GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

It’s important to prioritize data quality to build trust with end users. Inaccurate or low-quality data can lead to misleading outputs. It’s also important to prioritize strong data governance and security. Interacting with AI immersively is important.

Quality 52

Quality Data Ethics Import 52

GovLoop

JUNE 19, 2023

The index was developed in collaboration with the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, and it ranks communities based on pollution levels, environmental hazards, poverty, quality of education, walkability and other factors. Interview users routinely to confirm that the data is accessible and understandable.

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Data Evaluation Education Quality 104

GovLoop

MAY 1, 2024

Set quality standards and weed out low-quality data. This article appears in our guide, “ A Fresh Look at Data.” For more ideas about how to use data in important and innovative ways, download it here: Get the guide Photo by Scott Webb at pexels.com Favorite Make data understandable and put it in context.

Data 52

Data End to End Quality Ethics 52

ivalua

JUNE 4, 2020

In this article we’ll review how supplier management capabilities in Source-to-Pay technology can free-up and enable a manufacturer’s direct material procurement team to do what they do best to ensure the supply chain remains resilient and agile: be creative and strategic. Supplier Data Quality & Management in Decision Making.

Supply Chain 69

Supply Chain Procurement Supplier Procurement Team 69

Government Contracts Legal Forum

JULY 18, 2024

In Sparksoft , the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) sought to procure supplemental security testing for the agency’s Center for Clinical Standards and Quality (CCSQ). View the full article GAO issued three sustain decisions in June, but the Sparksoft Corporation decision stands out for its discussion of prejudice.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Bidding Evaluation Price 52

GovLoop

DECEMBER 9, 2022

The new department’s name reflects the idea that engagement is as important as communications itself, Reed said. In the end, I think the most important part of having a brand, of a consistent brand message, is trust,” she said. This article appears in our “ Guide to Building Constituent Engagement.” Get the guide.

Media 59

Media Quality Budget Import 59

GovLoop

MARCH 27, 2023

Think of the quality data that lives and breathes as an ecosystem.” That facility comes through in qualities such as data mesh or a decentralized data architecture that’s organized by business domain and operates through self-service. That’s enormously important for federal data, Chang said. “If

Collaboration 52

Collaboration Quality Data Import 52

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. Importance in Government Projects The successful realization of federal contracts greatly depends on prime contractors fulfilling their contractual obligations.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Bidding Participation 52

GovLoop

JUNE 27, 2023

As part of that program, 80 volunteer scientists measured temperatures, humidity and air quality levels along the Mystic River Watershed, which covers 76 square miles in 21 municipalities around Boston, in a project dubbed “ Wicked Hot Mystic.” Nonprofits with technical expertise are also important players. Report and act.

Education 52

Education Quality Data Media 52

FedScoop

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Our seat at the table with these influential national laboratories reiterates the importance of building the entire EV ecosystem. Rebecca Heilweil contributed to this article. Charger reliability and customer experience are among the many areas GM hopes to help shape.”

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Participation Transportation Transportation Networking 96

Public Contracting Institute

JULY 12, 2024

This article will delve into the best practices for mitigating risks and ensuring smooth collaboration with your subcontractors. Understanding the Importance of Subcontractor Management Effective subcontractor management is crucial for the success of government contracts.

Management 52

Management Government Government Quality 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

In this blog post, we will discuss the most important changes to the NAI Rules. Administrating Bodies of the NAI The first notable adjustment in the NAI Rules is the establishment of an NAI Case Management Committee ( Article A1, paragraph 1 of Appendix A ). Finally, the procedure for challenging arbitrators has been improved.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Efficiency Quality Management 52

FedInsider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Prior to DOE and his pursuit of public service, Dr. Kusnezov had a long career in academia where he published more than 100 articles and edited two books. His guest list on radio, TV, event stages, and podcast platforms has included virtually every important name in the federal government.

Accountability 142

Accountability Consulting Leadership Collaboration 142

Kluwer Arbitration

AUGUST 15, 2024

This article analyses fifteen arbitration cases in which the respondent argued that the claimant contributed to its injury, either as a result of the investor’s bad business judgment or because the investor’s behaviour provoked the state’s wrongful conduct.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Balance Corruption Transparency 52

GovLoop

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Think of the quality data that lives and breathes as an ecosystem.” That facility comes through in qualities such as data mesh or a decentralized data architecture that’s organized by business domain and operates through self-service. That’s enormously important for federal data, Chang said.

Innovation 52

Innovation Data Quality Collaboration 52

Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 11, 2023

From late 2019 through 2022, the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) issued twenty-one whistleblower awards to individuals who provided high-quality information about wildlife crime. Fish and Wildlife Service to wildlife whistleblowers. Those outreach items are available for use by OLE and partner staff at outreach events.”

Utilities 129

Utilities Accountability Quality Networking 129

ivalua

JULY 8, 2020

In this article we’ll review how supplier management capabilities in Source-to-Pay technology can free-up and enable a manufacturer’s direct material procurement team to do what they do best to ensure the supply chain remains resilient and agile: be creative and strategic. Supplier Data Quality & Management in Decision Making.

Supply Chain 10

Supply Chain Procurement Procurement Team Supplier 10

GovLoop

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

When your identity infrastructure is simple, secure and reliable, your overall service quality improves dramatically.”. “They were able to provide important benefits faster to the people who needed them.”. Identity and access management (IAM) are critical infrastructure for digital services, according to Scontras. Get the guide.

Accountability 59

Accountability Education Quality Government 59

GovLoop

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Rainosek stressed the importance of understanding the data under your control and then managing it effectively. The quality of data management staff is important, of course. The quality of data management staff is important, of course. There’s more to this world than money,” she opined.

Data 52

Data Management Quality Import 52

GovLoop

OCTOBER 26, 2023

One option for a workplace makeover is shared quality time. Hamilton said that “the people who value shared quality time, they’re going to appreciate you, and you didn’t have to go into an office to do it.” Socialization is more important than it sounds,” he said. Then everyone works individually — with their cameras on.

Innovation 59

Innovation Collaboration Quality Strategic Planning 59

ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2021

Why is it Important? So today, many leading Procurement organizations look beyond cost factors to make decisions based on quality, reliability, innovation and social and environmental practices. The same Forbes article gives the example of 3M who have been measuring ESG since 1975 and claim to have saved billions of dollars.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Supplier Ethics Sustainability 52

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 19, 2024

Why customer experience (CX) is so important Customer experience can be applied across the entire customer journey, not just one point in time. This is particularly important for organizations with large catalogs where new products are frequently being added. Architecture for a ML translation workflow using Amazon Translate.

Data 75

Data Demand Efficiency Import 75

Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 28, 2024

Albania (“ Iliria ”), a case concerning a complaint under Article 6(1) of the European Convention on Human Rights (“ECHR” or “the Convention”) relating to a more than 17-year delay in the conclusion of recognition ( exequatur ) proceedings in respect of an international arbitral award against Albania. Hornsby v.

Corruption 52

Corruption IT Quality Integration 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The unveiling of new Smart Sustainable Cities and Special Economic Zones, aimed at enhancing business prospects, underscores the KSA’s commitment to fostering strategic sector development and attracting high-quality investments. Instead, it encourages amicable settlements wherever possible (Article 13, FIL).

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Influencing Efficiency Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 14, 2024

While the 2011 Rules contained 5 Sections with 48 Articles, the 2024 Rules contain 6 Sections with 56 Articles and 4 annexes. Multiple Contracts The 2024 Rules addresses multiple contracts in Article 51, which enable parties to make claims arising out of or in connection with more than one contract in a single arbitration.

Transparency 52

Transparency Efficiency Contract Integration 52

European Law: Public Procurement

MAY 11, 2012

Can public authorities procure fair trade products, or are they debarred from specifically referring to the fair trade qualities of those products under the public procurement directive (directive 2004/18/EC)? Accordingly, the lawfulness of such a requirement must be examined in the light of the aforesaid Article 26. Netherlands.

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Procurement Award Criteria Public Procurement Manufacturing 40

GovLoop

JANUARY 13, 2023

To ensure that the data is worth looking at, an agency must follow strict data governance controls to confirm its quality. Ariga said the younger generation of “digital natives” recognizes the importance of data science, as does agency leadership because data science ties into the organization’s broader mission.

Data 59

Data Insurance Accountability Quality 59

GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Sliders (respondents move a button along a scale, such as 1 to 5) Ranking (order or prioritize a list of options) Open-ended/text entry The Value of Open-Ended Questions Open-ended questions, which invite respondents to submit written responses, can play an important role in a survey: inviting the unexpected. How is this helping the state?

Distribution 52

Distribution Quality Data Import 52

Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

In this article, we’ll explore key aspects of government construction projects and provide insights to help you secure contracts and achieve success. However, navigating the complex world of public sector contracting can be challenging.

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Negotiation 52

American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The battle against germs and infections is ongoing, especially within educational institutions, which is why it is important for facilities and procurement departments to prioritize hygiene and budget-conscious choices. Click here to check out the full article on omniapartners.com Brought to you by:

Education 58

Education Budget Procurement Balance 58

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 6, 2023

It is thus important to understand the shortcomings inherent to this approach and to the model AI clauses, before assuming that their use will actually ensure the ‘trustworthy, transparent, and accountable development [and deployment] of AI technologies’.

Buyers 88

Buyers E-procurement Transparency Procurement 88

Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 3, 2023

The lectures and interactive sessions covered the foundations of modern public procurement, basic skills for monitoring and analyzing the level of transparency and quality of procurement, as well as practical exercises to apply these skills. It inspired the creation of a free self-guided e-course on Open Contracting Basics too.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement E-procurement Participation 52