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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GovCon Chamber of Commerce

FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Good business developers are able to communicate effectively, build trust, and negotiate effectively. 7 TIPS TO SUCCESS AS A BUSINESS DEVELOPER FOR COMPANIES PURSUING FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS Familiarize yourself with the procurement process: The federal government procurement process can be complex and lengthy.

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Public Contracting Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The purpose of an IBR is to verify the technical content and the realism performance budgets, resources, and schedules. The use of cost reimbursement type contracts is “usually” appropriate for most R&D contracts. FAR 34.202(b). FAR 35.006(c).

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 30, 2024

On April 22, 2024, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a Final Rule significantly revising the Uniform Guidance for grants, cooperative agreements, and other federal financial assistance. Subrecipients must also submit a copy of any written disclosure to the pass-through entity. View the full article

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 16, 2024

Service Contract Act complications Another major complication for movers: Under the GHC contract, they’ll need to comply with the Service Contract Act (SCA) — something they’ve never had to do before, and that they argue is fundamentally incompatible with the way the moving industry operates.

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Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 16, 2024

Free Vs. Paid Tendering Platforms: A Comparative Analysis Free tendering platforms may be desirable for companies with limited budgets because of the significant costs saved and broad accessibility. Public sector contracts, such as government contracts, are heavily regulated to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 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.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 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. NW, Washington, D.C.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Of note, the bills would require the NIST guidance to include standards by which a supplier would have to attest compliance in order to be eligible for a federal artificial intelligence contract award. Within six months, the Office of Management and Budget would have to require the implementation of the Framework by federal agencies.

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The Contractor's Perspective

MAY 25, 2023

The ongoing debt ceiling negotiations are approaching the “X Date” with little certainty of a resolution. Government runs out of money to pay all of its bills, is estimated to be June 1. Without an approved budget, the government lacks the legal authority to spend money, resulting in a shutdown. Winstar Corp. ,

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

million federal employees who will be directly impacted in some way by a federal government shutdown with the majority facing a furlough of an undetermined length. federal government contracts signed every year and they may be impacted by a shutdown. Finally, the federal government spends approximately $1.2

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Attendees will gain insights into a range of timely topics, including the next steps for procurement policy and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the evolving budget and market landscape, and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and cloud technologies.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 29, 2024

setting employee compensation, hiring and firing of employees, setting a budget, borrowing money, purchasing equipment, paying dividends, etc.) adding new members, dissolution, bankruptcy, issuing additional capital stock, reclassifying interests, changing the size of the board, sale of all or substantially all of a concern’s assets, etc.)

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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. D on’t Miss the 2024 FPS Government Contracts Year in Review! 26, 2023, and the U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The office will also be trusted with assessing agencies’ Zero Trust maturity and will partner with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to develop metrics and benchmarks for tracking progress.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

Additionally, it will ensure that Federal agency Ordering Contracting Officers (OCOs) have access to this contract in order to meet expected mission support requirements in fiscal year (FY) 25. Staff could work within the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) and pilot the idea of providing regulatory oversight support.

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Inside Government Contracts

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Under the BCI, the Office of Management and Budget (“OMB”) will launch a new, centralized data management strategy and tools to allow for greater sharing of price data and information on vendors and contracts across agencies within the Federal Government. Negotiating Common Enterprise-Wide Software Licenses.

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Inside Government Contracts

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

opposition to granting China “developing nation” status in treaties under negotiation and by international organizations of which the U.S. It is unclear whether Congress will seek to codify the EO, negotiate new language addressing perceived gaps in the EO, or take some other tack.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The recent direction implements Section 5 of Executive Order 13990, which charged a reconstituted Interagency Working Group on the Social Cost of Greenhouse Gases (“IWG”) with identifying “budgeting, purchasing, and other key decisions” that should incorporate SC-GHG considerations. As explained in E.O.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

GSA and OMB Update Technology Modernization Fund Repayment Policy According to Fedscoop , GSA and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) have updated the repayment policy for Federal agencies seeking financial assistance from the Technology Modernization Fund (TMF). MAS Basic Training: The Nuts & Bolts, Feb.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.” It also prescribes and/or recommends additional data collection requests for FSS contractors.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

On Friday, March 1st, agencies funded under the Agriculture, Energy-Water, Military Construction-VA, and Transportation-HUD appropriations bills risked entering “shutdown mode,” as the previously negotiated extension was set to expire. Funding under the CR for the remaining six agencies has been extended through March 22.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

A JV agreement must also itemize the equipment, facilities, or resources that the parties to the JV will provide in performance of the contract. [3] 3] For indefinite contracts there must be at least a general description, and the JV agreement did not provide such a description. 5] Thus, OHA found the JV ineligible for award.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

How can you win a government contract ? This article will show you the steps to take, from understanding different contract types to crafting a winning bid, including how to find government contracts and bidding on them. Get ready to navigate the world of government contracts with confidence.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Federal Budget Breakdown The federal budget is a complex entity, divided into mandatory and discretionary spending. Mandatory spending, which constitutes about two-thirds of the total budget, includes entitlement programs like Medicare and Social Security, required by existing laws.

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Select GCR

JANUARY 28, 2025

Fixed-price contracts lock in a specific budget, helping government agencies reduce uncertainties associated with project costs and ensuring fiscal responsibility. One of the defining features of fixed-price contracts is their transfer of risk to the contractor. However, this predictability comes with a trade-off.

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Great Government Through Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2024

I described the Governmentwide Acquisition Strategy initiative led by the IT Vendor Management Office (ITVMO) to centralize engagement with critical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and negotiate universal contract and process improvements to ensure that all agencies benefit from best-in-class terms and pricing as One Customer.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Through these contracts, the SBA ensures that firms owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals can compete in the federal marketplace, fostering equitable access to government contracting dollars. The first step is obtaining 8(a) certification, which involves a detailed application process.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 14, 2023

percent pay raise for service members, millions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine (a sliver of the separate $105 billion supplemental that is currently being negotiated to support Ukraine and Israel), and funding for competition with China in the Indo-Pacific. President Biden is expected to sign the bill shortly.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Leveraging Data Across Agencies to Get Lower Prices and Better Terms The Office of Management Budget (OMB) is launching a centralized data management strategy to strengthen acquisition and enhance market and supply chain intelligence, by sharing and analyzing acquisition data across the federal enterprise. View the full article

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FedInsider

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Singh possesses more than 28 years of progressive experience supporting all aspects of information technology with extensive experience in IT system operation and maintenance, program management, customer service enhancement, cybersecurity, scheduling, budgeting, contract negotiation, and recruitment and personnel management.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

The law seeks to improve customer experience and accountability across the Federal Government. One of its provisions includes the creation of a new senior official within the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to serve as the Federal Government Service Delivery Lead.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 30, 2025

The government historically met the 5% SDB goal, said a former SBA official, who requested anonymity in order to talk about this now sensitive topic. For example, in fiscal 2017 the government did 9% with SDBs. President Donald Trump issued an executive order on Jan. 20 ending diversity, equity and inclusion programs.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 31, 2025

The orders aim to eliminate what the administration considers to be illegal discrimination and preferences based on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies; slow down and create further checks on federal regulatory initiatives; and reduce the size and scope of the federal government.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The current Administration believes that the BCI will generate an additional $10 billion in savings and cost avoidance annually while also improving the performance of Federal contracts. A JV agreement must also itemize the equipment, facilities, or resources that the parties to the JV will provide in performance of the contract. [3]

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SmallGovCon

MARCH 31, 2025

In a statement , the acting GSA administrator noted: “well continue to centralize government procurement for common goods and services in order to negotiate the best prices for the taxpayer. It’s also not clear how much negotiation there will be between GSA and the other agencies over what will be transferred to GSA.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 13, 2025

The new dashboard feature allows Authorized Negotiators to see upcoming baseline modifications up to 60 days in advance of the transition date. In addition, Authorized Negotiators will receive notifications 28 days, 14 days, and 7 days before their onboarding date.

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