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Bid Protest Minute: Proving an Organizational Conflict of Interest Exists

GovCon & Trade

In addition, the former Ball executive stated he divested all Ball assets and took steps to separate deferred compensation owed to him by Ball and place it in an index fund to ensure that the amount ultimately paid was not based on Ball stock price. Contractors should keep that in mind when considering their protest strategy.

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Bid Protest Hub – November 2023

Government Contracts & Investigations

As contracting activities are busy awarding new contracts, it is important to follow the trends related to successful and effective protests as you consider filing your own bid protest, or as you defend your award as an intervenor. Below we dive into recent bid protest decisions and identify what won, what did not win, and why.

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Friday Flash 04/12/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

As a general rule, the Federal Government does not deal directly with subcontractors, and the CDA only grants the CBCA jurisdiction over “procurement contracts” (i.e., the software company’s) EULA is incorporated into the procurement contract. the MSA and Carahsoft’s FSS contract, or the Task Order).

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Contract Management’s Impact on Procurement Efficiency

The Procurement School

One of the greatest sources of contract disputes is how to handle price increase requests where there is no clear contract language. The best method is an evidence-based approach showing the underlying cause of the price increase. Including the proforma contract in the RFx document minimizes any dispute upon signing.

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Contract with the Government: Essentials for Businesses

Select GCR

Key Takeaways Understanding the different types of government contracts—fixed price, cost reimbursement, and time and materials—is crucial for businesses to manage risks and costs effectively while engaging with government projects. These contracts cover various payment structures and terms.

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How To Win Management Consultancy Tenders In 2024?

Tracker Intelligence

Winning management consultancy contracts via competitive tender can be lucrative yet challenging. This article provides a comprehensive guide for consultancies on improving their chances of success when bidding for management consulting tenders, whether from government entities, NGOs, or private sector companies.

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What is the FAR: Your Guide to the Federal Acquisition Regulation

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For example, FAR Part 14 deals with the rules and regulations for sealed bidding procurement methods, while Part 45 provides rules on contractors’ obligations and the Government’s remedies, addressing scenarios such as Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) situations and bring your own device (BYOD) situations.

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