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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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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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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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

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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Federal News Network

AUGUST 1, 2024

Bloomberg Government estimated that 40% to 60% of all federal procurement spending happens in the federal fourth quarter. An Office of Management and Budget spokesperson said the FAR case is on pause to allow further analysis of security considerations, such as roles and responsibilities for the lifecycle management of the data.

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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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FedScoop

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

would require the Office of Management and Budget to issue guardrails for federal entities that align with NIST’s AI Risk Management Framework , according to a release shared with FedScoop on Thursday. The legislation from Sens. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., and Mark Warner, D-Va.,

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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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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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Select GCR

MARCH 5, 2024

It is a document that an organization, typically a business or government agency, uses to solicit proposals from potential vendors or service providers. Evaluation Criteria: Specifies the criteria against which proposals will be assessed and the weight assigned to each criterion. RFP stands for Request for Proposal.

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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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FedScoop

JULY 23, 2024

That funding, however, came as the overall budget for NIST was slashed by nearly 12%. Larry Bafundo, the newly announced TMF executive director , said in the release that the two investments address “two of the most pressing technological challenges facing our government today.

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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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GovLoop

MAY 3, 2024

It’s understandable that your journey may move faster or slower than other agencies, depending on what your time, staffing and budget restrictions allow. Code Optimization : In the next step of the process, you evaluate and refine your applications and code for cloud compatibility.

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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

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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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Governments reached further agreements at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) , but the situation remains precarious. It also makes it easier to monitor and evaluate climate management, providing key information used to analyze fiscal risks tied to climate impacts and the transition to net-zero economies.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 14, 2024

This standard ensures consistency and fairness in cost accounting practices across government contractors. To truly grasp the importance of CAS 407, it’s essential to have a solid foundation in government contracting principles.

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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

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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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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GovLoop

JULY 31, 2023

In the future, as agencies continue to evaluate what they need and when they need it, we’ll see a “massive push and greater rate of adoption of consumable-as-a-service [offerings], not just technologies, but overall services in general,” he predicted.

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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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

Under the ACCESS Act, the Office of Management and Budget would be instructed to issue guidance for agencies to implement the bill within 180 days of its enactment. Harada currently serves as the Senior Advisor, Office of Federal Procurement Policy, for the Office of Management and Budget.

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GovSpend

JULY 30, 2024

Keep reading to learn how these changes improve the user experience and aim to help you efficiently win more government business. These summaries are tailored for government contractors, focusing on relevant discussions such as budget, vendor evaluations, and upcoming RFP opportunities.

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Public sector organizations – such as government agencies and schools – are not exempt from these statistics. In addition to evaluating organizational cyber resiliency, My eCISO can help users broaden their knowledge of cybersecurity and NIST guidance. These incidences are estimated to cost businesses worldwide an average of $4.88

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GovLoop

AUGUST 4, 2022

Government services have lagged behind retail, but constituent expectations haven’t. One [city] had developed a very specific IT application as a homegrown solution to an issue,” explained Lata Grover, who, as Senior Advisory Strategist at ServiceNow, works with state and local governments. Address budgeting silos.

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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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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

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. Winning management consultancy contracts via competitive tender can be lucrative yet challenging.

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Inter-American Development Bank

JULY 7, 2023

As a result, how governments monitor and govern these institutions is an important element for their success. For example, if an SOE’s board of directors has close ties to the government, it may be hesitant to provide negative feedback on the SOE’s performance. the energy ministry for an electricity company).

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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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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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Public Contracting Institute

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Then, actually drafting a proposal that responds not only to the SOW but also follows all of the (sometimes) cryptic instructions, the formatting, and is competitive pursuant to the evaluation criteria may seem nearly impossible. For example, someone with a budget or finance background could assess the Cost portion of the proposal.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

“ The Coalition for Government Procurement is pleased to announce that registration is officially open for the 2024 Fall Training Conference on November 20-21 at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, VA! Announcing the 2024 Fall Training Conference: “ 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next?

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