Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. These regulations ensure that all federal procurement processes are transparent and standardized. Ensuring regulatory compliance is crucial for adhering to federal regulations.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Bidding Participation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A ‘non-stabilisation clause’ is contained in paragraph 2 of the Article, which states that a BIT is not interpreted as a host State’s commitment that it will not change the legal and regulatory environment which may affect an investor’s expectation of profits.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation Supply Chain Transparency Education 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 30, 2024

The Final Rule (titled “OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance”), and OMB’s accompanying memorandum to agencies and reference guide , state that the revisions aim to streamline and clarify the grant rules and improve management, transparency, and oversight of federal financial assistance. View the full article

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Thresholds Internal Control Evaluation 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

OCTOBER 10, 2023

He viewed the federal procurement process as offering an opportunity to influence standards/frameworks for AI development/deployment. View the full article The hearing covered a wide range of topics, including: (i) how the U.S. Peters noted that practices for managing AI risk have not been standardized in the private sector.

Government 40

Government Government Procurement Purchasing 40

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

Balance 52

Balance Transparency Contract Tender 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

Balance 52

Balance Transparency Contract Tender 52

Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 31, 2022

It should be noted that the calculations are influenced by the absence of data by company and are only available at country level as of 2017 for five jurisdictions. billion a year. They also do not include the introduction of a general QDMT. This blog is based on the publication (in Spanish) New International Corporate Taxation.

Thresholds 52

Thresholds Distribution Electronics Participation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

For instance, the IBA Report notes that the Morocco Model BIT prevents investors and investments from initiating dispute settlement under its provisions if they have not complied with anti-money laundering, bribery, corruption, and anti-terrorist standards outlined in Article 19 of the Model BIT (IBA Report, pp.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Corruption Balance Influencing 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For a more detailed analysis of the proposed rule, please read the “View from Main Street” article below. Requests for transparent pricing across the AI lifecycle. Please send your feedback to Joseph Snyderwine at jsnyderwine@thecgp.org. Comments on the proposed rule are due to SBA by December 24, 2024.

Logistics 52

Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Select GCR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This article breaks down the essential rules every contractor needs to know. Key Takeaways Federal contractors must adhere to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), which ensures fair, transparent, and efficient procurement processes. This adherence is crucial for compliance with federal regulations.

Government 52

Government Government Government Contracts Transparency 52

American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

Ensuring secure and transparent elections. Adequate background checks designed for government workers can help build public trust in the electoral system and prevent any legal or ethical issues that may arise from individuals with malicious intent or those who may be susceptible to coercion from influencing the election process.

Import 98

Import Media Education Integration 98

Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 11, 2024

Just days later, on March 5, 2024, House Chairman Comer and Ranking Member Raskin introduced the Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act. This bipartisan bill would focus government resources on increasing transparency, oversight, and responsible use of federal AI systems and centrally codifying federal governance of agency AI systems.

Government 52

Government Government Supply Chain Transparency 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This article cuts through complexity to address when sole sourcing is necessary, the justification process, and how to manage the associated risks. This ensures that the procurement process is not only transparent but also justifiable and defensible. Navigating sole source procurement?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Price Competitive Bidding 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Denton highlighted in his opening remarks, the timing of this year’s Conference coincided with the United Nations General Assembly, an auspicious reflection of the ICC’s history as a steadfast institution providing neutral, transparent, inclusive, and accountable multilateral platforms for the past 100 years and the century to come.

Transparency 40

Transparency Import Data Efficiency 40

Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 11, 2024

Agencies are also expected to ensure transparent and adequate AI performance from any vendor. The Memo can be expected to influence new regulations around the development, procurement, and use of AI in general, at both the state and federal levels. View the full article

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Impact Assessment Procurement Innovation 52

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.

Procurement 120

Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Corruption 120

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

Influence on Market Strategies: Sharing demand data with industry partners has empowered them to tailor their strategies more effectively to Federal market demands, focusing efforts on high-demand items. See the article above for more details. GSA is also expanding TDR as an option to additional SINs in August 2024.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Data Price Thresholds 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Importantly, this process should be transparent, providing all stakeholders, including the public, the opportunity to provide feedback on any proposed revisions. Increasingly, the question for FSS contracting officers is which controls: PAP 2021-05 or the EPA deviations currently in effect? products and services) and “Covered Sources” (i.e.,

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Price E-procurement Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 25, 2024

Unless and until Mongolia embraces a stable business environment that transparently creates and predictably implements laws and regulations, investors will likely find Mongolia too risky and opt for more competitive countries. This article provides an overview of Mongolia’s international investment climate and explores recent developments.

Transparency 105

Transparency Negotiation Price Export 105

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

SIAC appears to be on the frontlines of influencing this progress, having administered cases involving 169 parties from the Philippines with a total sum in dispute in excess of SGD 5 billion in the last five years. This article is submitted in a personal capacity. Gloria Lim , CEO of SIAC, and Ms.

Purchasing 52

Purchasing Participation Efficiency Influencing 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 16, 2023

The Senate recently approved the Outbound Investment Transparency Act, its own version of outbound investment screening, but this bill only includes notice requirements though across a broader range of technology sectors including satellite-based communications, network laser scanning systems, and other export-controlled technology.

Export 52

Export Influencing Finance Government 52

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This article reports on the second day of the JCAA Arbitration Days, held in hybrid format on 21 November 2024. Yoshimi Ohara (Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu, Tokyo) considers the seat to be important because it influences the style of arbitration, which is often shaped by the court practices of the jurisdiction. Miriam Rose Ivan L.

Transparency 98

Transparency Quality Influencing Import 98

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 9, 2025

Key Amendments to QICCA Arbitration Rules Consolidation and Joinder Provisions A major change in the 2024 Rules is the introduction of Articles 10 and 21 , which allow consolidation of multiple arbitrations and joinder of third parties. Article 10 of the 2024 Rules introduces a new mechanism for consolidating arbitrations. Article 4.9

Thresholds 52

Thresholds Transparency Influencing Efficiency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Niamh Leinwather , discussed the media’s influence on arbitration. The discussion of the panel was focused on the media’s influence on arbitration. He emphasized that transparency is beneficial and can help combat fake news, thereby legitimizing the arbitration process. The first panel, moderated by Ms. Similarly, Ms.

Media 52

Media Influencing Balance Transparency 52

American City & Country

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Residents seek the ability to discern fact from fiction, and governments have a unique opportunity to adopt robust social media strategies that enable them to effectively manage their platforms in a way that promotes truth and transparency.

Media 58

Media Government Government Transparency 58

Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 8, 2024

I ZB 34/23 , 11 July 2024 Decision) addressed the German arbitration law provision mirroring Article 31(1) 1985 UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration (Model Law). Neither Section 1054(1) German CCP nor Article 31(1) Model Law specify who has to state the reason for the missing signature.

Influencing 52

Influencing Electronics Corruption Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

In case of sole arbitrators, the appointing partys influence raises legitimate concerns of bias. In case of public-private contracts involving government entities, unilateral appointment clauses would also violate the non-arbitrariness standard in Article 14 of the Constitution. The Majority Judgment does not provide a clear answer.

Balance 59

Balance Transparency Engineering Influencing 59

Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This article will examine the background of the case and the key principles reviewed and approved by the Commercial Court in relation to arbitrator bias and the requirements of disclosure. This transparency helps to mitigate concerns and uphold the high standards expected in international arbitration.

Finance 52

Finance Insurance Influencing Corruption 52

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 15, 2024

Setting the Tone – The Influence of Individual Actors in Times of Crisis To open the event, author and journalist Stephan Lamby gave a keynote dinner-lecture which peered into history to examine the important role that individual actors and circumstances play in determining the outcome of international conflicts. Last but not least, Dr.

Transparency 52

Transparency Influencing Contract Networking 52

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

For instance, I’ve had to terminate contracts due to lack of transparency about delays, and in one extreme case, fire a contractor for using his government-provided housing as an AirBnb. Finally, mission leaders must be self-aware and recognize how their actions can influence contractor performance.

Accountability 59

Accountability Contract Government Government 59

Select GCR

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

In this article, youll learn about the benefits and challenges, key roles, essential certifications, and tips for thriving in the government contracting field. This progression offers increased responsibilities and the opportunity to influence larger, more complex contracts, contributing significantly to federal government projects success.

Government 52

Government Government Government Contracts Contract Management 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 20, 2025

The Working Group III, during its 47th and 48th sessions (succeeding the 43rd and 46th discussions), discussed the draft statute of the Advisory Centre, which, per articles 6 and 7 of the draft statute, has the mandate of capacity building and provision of legal support and advice with regard to an international investment dispute proceeding.

Balance 52

Balance Finance Capacity Budget 52