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New Mandatory Public Works Bidder Responsibility Criteria Effective July 23, 2017

Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

The Washington Legislature adopted a new law ( Senate Bill 5301 ) that adds an additional criterion to the list of mandatory bidder responsibility criteria that public agencies must verify and document before awarding any public works project, regardless of cost. Effective Date: The new law became effective on July 23, 2017.

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5 New Public Works Bills Passed by Washington Legislature

Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

Additional Mandatory Bidder Responsibility Criterion: Senate Bill 5301 adds to the list of mandatory bidder responsibility criteria in RCW 39.04.350 that public agencies must check on and validate prior to awarding any public works project. The new criterion relates to the contractor's compliance with the state's minimum wage laws.

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Top Strategies for Successfully Selling to the Government

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The Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) assists federal agencies. Interested parties, including losing bidders, can appeal the SBAs size determination to the Office of Hearings and Appeals. Utilizing GSA tools like GSA Advantage!, The Small Business Administration (SBA) will then review the case.

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The Federal Viper Program: A Critical Opportunity for Contractors in Wildfire Relief

USFCR

Infrastructure Repair: Rebuilding roads, utilities, and public facilities. Underestimating Competition: Prepare strong proposals to stand out among bidders. Types of Contracts Available: Debris Removal: Clearing hazardous materials and wildfire debris.

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How to Bid on Government Jobs: A Practical Guide

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For first-time bidders, preparation costs can range from $80,000 to $130,000. Effectively utilizing these resources can help you identify the best opportunities for your business. Utilizing these resources can significantly enhance their chances of securing government contracts.

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IT integration problems are latest setback for DoD’s multibillion dollar moving system overhaul

Federal News Network

Even after the reconsideration and eventual award to HomeSafe, the contract was tied up for another year while ARC and a second bidder challenged the re-award before the Court of Federal Claims. The court eventually ruled in DoD and HomeSafe’s favor, but the final legal hurdles weren’t cleared until December 2022.

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Navigating the 5 Steps of the Procurement Journey Part 1

The Procurement School

The more complex the procurement the greater the requirement to utilize the above process to develop the procurement strategy to lead to a good procurement outcome. A mandatory is a mandatory and if a bidder fails it generally cannot proceed further. The evaluation criteria must closely align with the deliverables.