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GSA closes in on enterprisewide software deal with Microsoft

Federal News Network

When the Office of Federal Procurement Policy launched its Better Contracting Initiative in November 2023, leaders promised this time would be different when it came to developing enterprisewide software licenses. GSA says its IT Vendor Management Office is close to finalizing a governmentwide deal with Microsoft.

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Update to Better Contracting Initiative 2

Great Government Through Technology

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. These 24 items comprised the foundation of the GMAS initiative.

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Friday Flash 01/31/2025

The Coalition for Government Procurement

GSA also notes that the agency intends to move expeditiously to issue directives, guidance, and rulemaking regarding the enforcement of terms, conditions, and requirements related to these issues in government contracting. Dont miss this opportunity to hear how GSA is transforming the way in which you manage your GSA Schedule contract!

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Friday Flash 03/28/2025

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Better technology tools for the contracting workforce: Improving the procurement technology infrastructure in order to create faster vendor onboarding, reduce paper based workflows, improve vendor management and improve data-driven decisions.

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Friday Flash 01/24/2025

The Coalition for Government Procurement

The EO directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to streamline the Federal contracting process to enhance speed and efficiency, reduce costs, and require Federal contractors and subcontractors to comply with our civil rights laws. The Federal Government currently employs around 2.2