The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

This vision aligns with the aspirations of many governments: leveraging technology to enhance public services , reduce costs, and promote sustainability. Far from being a mere bureaucratic task, procurement is the mechanism through which governments acquire the infrastructure and technology needed for this transformation.

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FedScoop

DECEMBER 28, 2023

The assessment published on Thursday found that “overall compliance to Section 508 is well below expectations given the federal government has had over 20 years to implement programs capable of achieving and maintaining modern ICT Standards.” Agencies were previously required to submit semi-annual reports.

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FedScoop

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The results indicate that despite the government’s longstanding commitment to improving citizens’ experiences online , there’s still progress to be made. The point of the project, Fretwell told FedScoop, was to show how well the government was performing on certain important aspects of web page operations. Because it’s so varied.”

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The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 25, 2019

Price analysis can be considered a stage of bid evaluation depending on the provisions of a legal and regulatory framework. It is an assessment of the evaluated price of a responsive bid to ascertain that it is not unreasonably high nor unreasonably low, but fair enough to the procuring entity and the supplier.

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FedScoop

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

would have the National Institute of Standards and Technology develop cybersecurity guidance for drones used by the government. Specifically, that FAA-focused bill would have the aviation industry create a more standardized approach to evaluating drone launch applications by establishing a “risk methodology.” Mark Warner, D-Va.,

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How to Crack a Nut

JANUARY 13, 2025

The UK Government has today published its AI Opportunities Action Plan , focused on Ramping up AI adoption across the UK to boost economic growth, provide jobs for the future and improve people's everyday lives. The governments response to the plan does not provide details either. This will require: 34. It will require: 39.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

A prime contractor is a company or entity hired directly by the federal government to oversee and execute large-scale projects. This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. Prime contractors have a wide-ranging scope of work.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 5, 2024

Even as Congress takes up spending bills for a fiscal year already half over, budget watchers are preparing for release of the administration’s 2025 wish list. With all the votes in the president’s budget. So, there’s really a lot of interest in what’s in this FY 25 budget.

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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. Acquisition officials from Federal agencies will be in attendance to provide the latest updates and discuss “what’s next” in terms of government policies, programs, and initiatives. James Peake , M.D.,

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FedScoop

APRIL 9, 2024

The Government Accountability Office said pricing estimates for Direct File — the electronic filing program made available this tax season for payers in 12 states — didn’t include start-up costs, including for the technology underpinning the system. Werfel left the door open in his letter for Direct File to be a one-and-done program.

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FedScoop

APRIL 26, 2024

The IRS said usage of Direct File surpassed expectations and “far exceeded what was necessary to provide sufficient data for the agency to evaluate.” The pilot program ran as the agency embarked on broader IT and customer service modernization initiatives fueled in part by billions in Inflation Reduction Act funds.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

31, the American Federation of Government Employees is concerned about a reversal: more staff attrition ahead and other big problems for the federal facility. DoD developed a standard template for these reports earlier this year to ensure consistent evaluation criteria. But with an expiration date of Dec.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Welcome back to the Cost Corner, where we provide practical insight into the complex cost and pricing requirements that apply to Government Contractors. 4] TINA is intended to “level the playing field” by providing Government negotiators the same cost or pricing data available to contractors.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The mayor’s purpose that day was to introduce his new 10-year operational strategic plan to an audience of some 500 employees—a plan intended to modernize the way government works, make services more accessible, empower the city workforce and improve the city’s financial outlook.

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Inter-American Development Bank

JANUARY 21, 2025

Strengthen Fiscal and Institutional Resilience : Governments need to adapt fiscal frameworks to integrate risk stratification strategies that prioritize spending based on the persistence and magnitude of risks. This includes mechanisms for reallocating budgets and evaluating expenditures to create fiscal space for contingencies.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

At The Coalition for Government Procurement, we are grateful for their service and the freedoms that veterans have protected for us all. 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?

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Procureware

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Their performance is crucial to achieving your financial, performance and quality objectives, and a poor supplier creates risks for everything from budget overruns to missed schedules and liability lawsuits. In government co-ops, a lead government agency issues a solicitation for a good or service, evaluates proposals, and awards a contract.

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FedScoop

APRIL 5, 2024

Exploring generative AI uses comes as the CDC, like agencies throughout the federal government, looks to create its own approach to artificial intelligence. That prototype is still being evaluated for effectiveness and for whether it’s something that can be scaled, but it’s something CDC is looking into, Sim said.

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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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Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 19, 2024

When it comes to government contracting, choosing the right contract type is crucial for the success of your project. Let’s dive into the key differences between these two approaches and explore how to select the best fit for your government project.

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FedInsider

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Thursday, January 11, 2024 | 2:00PM EST | 1 Hour | Training Certificate Recent headlines have been full of stories about state and local governments and school systems being targeted by malicious actors. And these organizations are likely to face tight budgets and limited manpower to deal with a cyber threat.

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FedScoop

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The bill would also require the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop recommendations for agencies regarding “high-impact” AI systems, which the Office of Management and Budget would then implement. It would also support NIST’s development of a methodology to mitigate unanticipated behavior from AI systems.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 | 2:00PM EST | 1 Hour | Training Certificate Many government agencies wrestle with their legacy systems and outdated processes every day, especially when it comes to cybersecurity and data flow. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. She has held senior roles at the U.S.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

Government Construction Projects: Bidding and Winning Strategies for Success Government construction projects offer significant opportunities for businesses to grow and thrive. In this article, we’ll explore key aspects of government construction projects and provide insights to help you secure contracts and achieve success.

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FedScoop

JUNE 28, 2024

The Chief Data Officers Council was created in compliance with the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018 to promote data-sharing across the federal landscape and assist agencies with the implementation of transparent data practices called for in the OPEN Government Data Act. Willam Timmons, R-S.C., Willam Timmons, R-S.C.,

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GovLoop

JULY 17, 2024

That means “you want to make sure you have executive backing and proper resources and budgets in place.” Government leaders should keep certain things in mind when evaluating possible solutions. “With many technologies affected, this is going to be the largest cryptography update the industry has ever done,” Kwan said.

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FedScoop

APRIL 17, 2024

billion of the Department of Defense’s annual budget is spent on cancer as part of a broader effort to improve military health care for more than 9 million eligible beneficiaries. That’s becoming increasingly critical as the number of experienced healthcare specialists qualified to perform diagnostic evaluations is declining in the U.S.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Policies governing Shopping typically require quotations from at least three vendors. These methods are the consultancy equivalent of full competition in goods and works procurement : QCBS : Employed when the terms of reference (TOR) and budget for the consultancy can be easily defined.

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FedInsider

MARCH 25, 2024

Digital Service outlines 13 such “plays,” drawn from best practices both in government and the private sector, aimed at developing a modernization ecosystem that enables cloud, data, and security. Jane brings a lifetime career in media and government to her role. She has held senior roles at the U.S.

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FedScoop

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In an interview with FedScoop last week, NRC CIO Scott Flanders said that even though the agency has turned the page on systems defined by the Government Accountability Office as “ outdated or obsolete ,” there is still work to be done for modernization and evaluation of the agency’s technology stack.

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AWS Public Sector

MARCH 8, 2024

The key drivers of success for IDOC were agency executive leadership commitment, subject matter experts (SMEs), and Mi-Case’s agile project methodology which resulted in an on-time and on-budget implementation. Due to immediate visualization, IDOC was able to evaluate the product, test it continually, and offer feedback along the way.

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Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 4, 2024

Public procurement needs to be more transparent, efficient, and accountable to tackle the major social and economic challenges faced by governments across the world. But governments’ digital transformation of their systems to better achieve these goals are at varying stages of development and maturity.

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FedScoop

AUGUST 16, 2024

The FDA’s active postmarket surveillance system relies on data pulled from electronic health records, wearable devices, mobile health applications and more to evaluate the safety of a medical device. As the agency establishes the system to better evaluate authorized tools in the U.S

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Tendersinfo

MARCH 24, 2021

The Procurement Team involves divisions like Procurement Manager, Budget Holder, Management of the contract, and representatives of different sectors. Procurement Formalization- It determines the sources, budget, and approach to formalize the requirements. Procurement Professionals evaluate Tenders based on Price v/s Quality.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 4, 2024

Whether Congress passes a 2024 budget or not, federal agencies will continue to engage in contracting. There was a three phase evaluation of proposals requiring offerors to submit a self scoring sheet that assigned points for offerors representations on experience and capabilities under various criteria identified in the solicitation.

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FedInsider

DECEMBER 22, 2023

While that is its primary purpose for government, it also increases agility for modern networks that traditional network designs can’t emulate. He is the CEO of the Tech Writers Bureau, a group of professional journalists who craft thought leadership projects for government and private organizations. He has twice been awarded Jessie H.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Available on Demand | October 5, 2023 | 1 Hour | Training Certificate Digital transformation has been a central premise of government at all levels tackling the job of ending reliance on legacy technology, upgrading systems and expanding services. Evaluate the types of metrics that can be used to measure improvement in customer satisfaction.

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