Federal News Network

MARCH 26, 2025

And while no one would say government purchasing has exactly become simple in the intervening 10 years, category management and best-in-class contracting have done their share of work toward making things better. The increase in the value of best-in-class contracts over the past four years.

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GovSpend

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

On February 5, 2025, the Council of the District of Columbia discussed their recent purchase of Salesforce and the hope to transfer data and start using the new software in August of 2025. Spot Budget Approvals for Software & Implementation Services Government agencies dont issue RFPs before they secure funding.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This guide breaks down the crucial steps: identifying contracting opportunities, understanding procurement processes, and building relationships with government buyers. Dive in to learn strategies that can help you secure lucrative government contracts.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Food programs in schools, government agencies, and nonprofits face several challenges that impact their effectiveness, budget, and overall community well-being. From tight budgets and staffing shortages to supply chain issues and compliance hurdles, these obstacles complicate daily operations.

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GovSpend

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Understanding ARPA Funds ARPA funds are designed to provide governments with the resources needed to: Replace lost public sector revenue: Address budget shortfalls resulting from the pandemic to maintain essential government services. Obligation Deadline: Recipients must obligate SLFRF funds by December 31, 2024.

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USFCR

AUGUST 14, 2024

Government agencies are always looking for ways to maximize their budgets and enhance procurement efficiency. Cooperative Purchasing Agreements (CPAs) provide a strategic solution by allowing multiple agencies to purchase goods and services through a single contract.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By offering access to a broad portfolio of contracts with industry leading suppliers, OMNIA Partners helps procurement professionals streamline their sourcing process and ensures they’re working with trusted suppliers who meet high standards.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The district recently used cooperative purchasing to enhance its school environment with outdoor seating areas—a move that reflects both the district’s financial responsibility and focus on student well-being. Why Cooperative Purchasing?

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Challenge: Limited Resources, Lengthy Research, and Cumbersome RFP Process The Town of Epping faced a significant challenge in streamlining its procurement operations due to the intricate and heavily regulated nature of government purchasing. “Securing three quotes for our purchases poses a significant challenge.

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ExecutiveBiz

AUGUST 29, 2024

Patent and Trademark Office has awarded CGI Federal a pair of modernization contracts with a total potential value of $119 million to provide operational, maintenance and security services and expertise for the USPTO’s global innovation community.

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ExecutiveBiz

AUGUST 30, 2024

Patent and Trademark Office has awarded CGI Federal a pair of modernization contracts with a total potential value of $119 million to provide operational, maintenance and security services and expertise for the USPTO’s global innovation community.

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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. million (~US$24,000) being returned to the budget.

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GovSpend

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

At GovSpend, we continuously receive purchase order data with line-item detail from over 30K state and local agencies and public school systems. And, most importantly, we’re applying these AI models consistently across our datasets so our customers can start to understand the story around a purchase.

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 3, 2024

The National Institutes of Health procurement arm issued requests for proposals on a multiple award contract three and a half years ago. There’s obviously some demand for a NITAAC contract offering by virtue of the fact that CIOSP3 keeps getting extended and then orders keep flowing through it. We want CIOSP4 to succeed.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Governments worldwide control vast budgets through procurement, giving them the power to: Drive innovation by demanding advanced solutions from vendors. In the context of digital infrastructure, procurement decisions extend beyond purchasing hardware and software.

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FedScoop

APRIL 10, 2024

The VA is inching toward awarding contracts for its upcoming modernization of a supply chain management system, officials shared during a House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee hearing.

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Smart public procurement refers to making optimal decisions to minimize waste and enhance the quality, efficiency and sustainability of public spending when purchasing and contracting goods, works and services. Better contracts and processes, for example, could reduce the risk of delays, quality problems or unexpected costs.

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GovCon Wire

MARCH 27, 2024

million blanket purchase agreement to provide strategic transformation and enterprise project support services to the Defense Logistics Agency. DLA received 14 bids for the five-year firm-fixed-price BPA and will fund the contract using fiscal 2024 through 2029 defense working capital funds and other budget allocations, the Department of

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How to Crack a Nut

JANUARY 13, 2025

Coupled with the current budget and expectations of public sector productivity gains, the action plan will put AI adoption top of the agenda for public sector organisations (if it wasnt there already). 14), and without this necessarily requiring the output of the development/prototype to be transferred to the contracting authority (s.41

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Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

We just completed two articles on the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) [1] and, before that, two articles on Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits. 5] Based on inter-agency agreements, this program includes contracts awarded by certain non-DoD agencies as well as DoD contracts. [6]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2025

Facing Tight Budgets, Agencies Turn to Workforce Restrictions to Rein in Cost Due to last years budget deal restricting discretionary spending, several agencies, including the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), have introduced plans to reduce staffing and create additional hiring restrictions, reports Government Executive.

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Select GCR

OCTOBER 25, 2023

According to the SBA, 23% of all Government contracting dollars was budgeted to go to small businesses. However, in FY 2022, small business set-asides exceeded their budget by an additional 3.5%. Billion = 26% of budget Fiscal Year 2021: $154.2 of budget Exceeded Requirement Goal 5% Fiscal Year 2022: $69.9

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Attendees will gain insights into policy shifts, the budget outlook, and the overall procurement state of play in 2025 and beyond. What’s next for the budget and Federal market? What’s next for interagency contracting? Attendees will gain critical insights into: What’s next for the VA budget and healthcare investments?

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The Purchase Order has been touted as the only way to manage ‘maverick’ spend (stopping off budget expenditure), but it’s also a way to automate invoice processing. Is there a budget and contract (the purchase order is a contract) for these items? Is the tax and budget allocation information correct?

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 13, 2020

For organizations, this means employees can easily and quickly buy all the goods and services need from preferred contracts, ensures they stay within budget and work with required approvals. Supplier, contract, legal tax and policy compliance. Supplier, contract, legal tax and policy compliance. Case in Point.

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GovLoop

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Where once both hardware and software could be budgeted as one-time purchases, cloud-based solutions require ongoing contracts that need a maintenance-style budget. You pay for what you use, but it’s budgeted as a utilization product,” Helou said. From a budgeting standpoint, how do we anticipate it?”

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NASPO

JULY 31, 2023

From Route-fifty.com States put buying power to work for local governments When states drive cooperative procurements, local agencies can take advantage of volume discounts, experienced contracting officers and a streamlined process. READ MORE

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Federal News Network

AUGUST 20, 2024

The Department of the Navy’s third attempt to modernize its contract writing system and overall electronic procurement system is on shaky ground. The latest iteration of ePS is partly a spin-off of CON-IT, the platform the Air Force has been implementing for Defense contract writing since 2018. billion in contracts on.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Attendees will gain insights into policy shifts, the budget outlook, and the overall procurement state of play in 2025 and beyond. What’s next for the budget and Federal market? What’s next for interagency contracting? Attendees will gain critical insights into: What’s next for the VA budget and healthcare investments?

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

According to the panelists, there are some key features and functionality that make best-in-class supply chain solutions a better choice for healthcare organizations: Guided procure-to-pay compliance: The concept of compliant purchasing in healthcare encompases the front-end user experience. Efficient warehouse management.

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GovSpend

APRIL 29, 2024

In this post, I will summarize our recommendations, particularly when it comes to growing your federal contract business: market research, anticipating future opportunities, devising effective pricing strategies, and implementing targeted marketing efforts.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The Government is now pressed to use up the remainder of its budget. Contracts must be awarded, and money must be spent. If you haven’t put your bid on those big contracts, now is the time. This is the annual timeframe that companies and governments use for both budgeting and financial reporting. The budget is $5.8

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Select GCR

APRIL 26, 2024

By leveraging the Client Success Government Marketing Program, companies gain access to a comprehensive suite of strategic resources tailored for government contracting. Continuous Assistance and Mentorship Furthermore, our dedicated team is committed to providing ongoing support and guidance throughout the entire contracting lifecycle.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Securing a contract with the government can be a game-changer for businesses, offering a stable revenue stream and growth opportunities. This article will guide you through the essentials of government contracting, from understanding different contract types to the steps required to secure a contract with government.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

Keep reading to see what EverDriven, the industry-leading provider of student transportation, suggests about which decision makers should be involved in the purchasing process and how OMNIA Partners , a cooperative purchasing organization, can help simplify procurement for any school district.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Public contracts matter, he says: “The government allocates 32% of the country’s budget towards goods, services, and public works, to secure the rights and enhance the quality of life for citizens. In particular, outdated regulations and a lack of capacity in purchasing agencies using the platform held back further progress.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

It also has an impact on procurement teams as they are responsible for managing supplier relationships, identifying opportunities for cost savings, and ensuring that goods and services are delivered on time and within budget. This helps ensure your contracts remain favorable and that all stakeholders comply with the negotiated terms.

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