SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 25, 2023

For instance, for negotiated contracts, a “protest must be received by the contracting officer prior to the close of business on the 5th day, exclusive of Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays, after the contracting officer has notified the protestor of the identity of the prospective awardee.” ” 13 CFR 121.1004.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 5, 2024

This includes both investment treaty negotiations as well as investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) practices. In view of these developments, this blog post intends to analyze the feasibility of multilateral investment treaty (MIT) negotiations. What Are the Challenges in Negotiating MIT?

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

It typically involves the following steps: Identifying opportunities Reviewing solicitation documents Attending pre-bid meetings Preparing and submitting a responsive bid Participating in bid evaluation and negotiations To excel in the bidding process, consider enrolling in our Life Sciences Contracting 101 course.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

India declined to participate by not appearing, contesting the tribunal’s jurisdiction since a Neutral Expert was also examining the issue and the IWT’s prohibition of parallel proceedings. India characterised the arbitration proceedings as “ illegally constructed.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

We called for language clarifying the necessity of market research, using market indexes, and identifying time limits for EPA reviews and negotiations. While training and internal guidance are valuable tools, the rules for the EPA negotiation process need to be consistent and transparent to industry.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 19, 2024

These regulations and associated guidance address a host of contracting officer responsibilities, including but not limited to, proposal evaluation, negotiations, price and/or cost analysis, data rights, and foreign acquisition ( e.g. , TAA). For this reason, procurement policy flow-downs cannot be one-sided.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In a legal context, elements of emotion AI are already being used in negotiation and mediation processes (e.g., AI-powered chatbots used by Walmart to negotiate with suppliers). In essence, it allows all participants to peep into each other’s ‘heads.’ Further posts in our Arbitration Tech Toolbox series can be found here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

As discussed two weeks ago in this FAR and Beyond blog, the General Services Administration (GSA) has proposed to amend the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) of 1984 to adjust the statutory authority for the Federal Supply Schedule (Schedule) program by clarifying what constitutes “competitive procedures” under the law.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

This is the fifth consecutive year that we, either together or separately, have reported on trends at the intersection of human rights and international investment arbitration from the prior year (see prior Blog coverage, here , here , here , and here ). None are currently in force.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

We look forward to your participation! If you have any questions or need assistance with registrations, please contact Matt Cahill, Vice President of Membership and Marketing, at mcahill@thecgp.org or 202-315-1054.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The PAP is a significant policy document, providing guidance to FAS contracting officers regarding the negotiation of Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) contracts. With reduced vendor participation in task order competitions, customer agencies lose the benefit of best value competitive pricing for their mission requirements.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 14, 2024

Developments in Arbitration-Related Law and Institutions In 2023, our Blog covered shifts within arbitration-related laws and examined novelties in institutional rules, offering insights into the evolving landscape of international arbitration in East and Central Asia. An undisclosed award was rendered in Schönberger v.

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University of Bristol

APRIL 6, 2020

In this blog post, I reflect on some of the emerging issues in the procurement response to COVID-19 and on the perhaps even bigger challenges that will follow, from a regulatory perspective. However, each of the participating countries is meant to enter into direct legal and economic relationships with the relevant contractors.

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Procureware

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

If the lead agency that negotiates the contract has more experience than your organization, you can benefit from their expertise. To be successful, participants in a co-op will need to resolve issues around joint oversight and cost sharing.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 9, 2024

published on this blog). This principal violation is that even after iterated amendments of its Eligibility Rules the ISU has gatekeeper power (vis-à-vis other market participants including horizontal ones) to determine who runs sporting events for ice skating. This is unmistakably seen in para.

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VWV

OCTOBER 8, 2024

In this two-part blog series, we answer frequently asked questions to help you understand the impact of the Act and how to prepare. You can also sign up to our mailing list for blogs, FAQs and regular updates here. How can I look for new opportunities? Where can I find out further information?

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This Blog explains how both offer a forum to resolve practical and strategic issues companies are facing. Procedure to use WTO Committees The procedure to use WTO Committees functions similar to the WTO negotiating procedure. Participation in Committee procedures and meetings are reserved to Members, i.e., governments.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

CGX Energy Inc. ), including because the arbitration clause provided for a summary procedure of only two days and did not permit the participation of third parties or a party was not permitted to depose witnesses ( Costco ) or because the arbitrator ignored or failed to consider or admit certain evidence ( EDE Capital Inc.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 31, 2022

These percentages are the result of political negotiations and, consequently, debatable, particularly since knowledge mega-enterprises look set to become ever larger in the future and will reside mostly in developed economies, limiting the laudable redistributive function.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 22, 2024

Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Price Evaluation. The Coalition appreciates the efforts of FAS to maintain dialogue with industry on this important guidance. 41 USC 152(3)).

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 20, 2024

Bermann commented on Spain’s recent attempts to resist the enforcement of three ECT awards before a US court (covered on the Blog here ). Ms Fatás Pérez added that negotiations on the creation of a multilateral investment court would still require significant work. Lastly, Prof. Replying to Prof.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. In the past, the regional structure gave rise to differing cultures, negotiation approaches, and interpretations of applicable regulations and solicitation provisions. 5] Thus, OHA found the JV ineligible for award.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

To reduce PALT, FAS has looked to the Commercial Platforms program, which includes “pre-negotiated agreements across the Federal Government with eight commercial marketplaces” that purchase card holders can utilize. Holland & Knight does not intend to take a position on any of these questions through this blog. Raimondo , 144 S.Ct.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The deadline to avoid a government shutdown is September 30, although Friday, September 27 is seen as the target date for lawmakers to finalize negotiations before returning to their home districts to campaign until the election. The VA OSDBU has also been invited to participate with a tabletop.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

Last year, the Coalition was fortunate to raise $13,000 for PPH through the generosity of our members and participants of the tournament. In 2013, Paws for Purple Hearts launched its first Training Boot Camp, where Service Dogs who participated in Canine-Assisted Warrior Therapy® were matched with an impaired Warrior.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It may seem crass or trivializing to speak of procurement at this time, but we must recognize that the procurement system, and our participation in it, is at the center of our nation’s ability to defend itself, to defend its friends, and to uplift the shared human values of the civilized world.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A View From Main Street: Joint Venture Snafus The following blog does not necessarily represent the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement. A JV agreement must also identify the responsibilities of the parties with respect to negotiation of the contract, source of labor and contract performance. [4]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The full schedule of tables for both the governmentwide and healthcare conference days can be found below: “Ask the PMO” Session Date Invited Government Participants GSA MAS: Program officials from GSA’s MAS Program will be available to answer any Schedule-related questions. 5] Thus, OHA found the JV ineligible for award.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

The joint venture consisted of an 8(a) Program participant and a small business. Further, the joint venture agreement must identify the respective responsibilities of the members as to negotiation of the contract, source of labor, and contract performance, which Appellant asserted the joint venture agreement lacked. 124.513(c)and(d).

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Great Government Through Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In an earlier blog post, Transforming Government IT Procurement: Better Contracting Initiative Priority 2 , I introduced the Better Contracting Initiative (BCI) as a driving force behind our ongoing efforts to modernize government IT procurement. Please follow us on LinkedIn to join our ongoing conversations about government IT.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

I joined the Secretariat in 2021 during the then-ongoing negotiations to modernise the ECT. Despite joining mid-process, I had the privilege of participating in most of the formal discussions and gaining valuable insights into the process. This interview is part of Kluwer Arbitration Blogs Interviews with Our Editors series.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 15, 2025

Welcome to the Kluwer Arbitration Blog and our Interviews with our Editors series, Ms. I spend time arranging, speaking at, moderating and participating in international events. Participants are therefore encouraged to inform themselves as to how any data input is employed and deployed when using AI. Yes, of course!

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 26, 2024

With spending against governmentwide acquisition contracts reaching an all-time high in fiscal 2023, the Office of Federal Procurement Policy is pushing agencies to make changes to ensure a healthy amount of small business participate on these vehicles.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 20, 2025

This post exclusively focuses on Working Group IIIs key milestones in 2024 and relevant contributions to the Kluwer Arbitration Blog (KAB), while the ECT modernization will be discussed separately. Advisory Centre Operationalization Meeting Another notable development was the launch of an Advisory Centre operationalization meeting.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 29, 2025

This is the sixth consecutive year that we, either together or separately, have reported on trends at the intersection of human rights and international investment arbitration from the prior year ( see prior Blog coverage, here , here , here , here ,and here ). The Tribunal permitted the communities as NDPs, but not CAJAR.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

As we have pointed out in past Veterans Day blogs, the holiday originally commemorated the armistice issued at 11:00 a.m. You might consider taking time to revisit the individual heroism we discussed in previous blogs, like the stories of Harlem Hellfighter Henry Johnson ; Fr.

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