Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

A contractor’s ability to deliver quality work on time and within the budget is often the most important factor considered throughout the tender process. Negotiated Tenders: These are frequently used for complex or specialised projects, when the client and contractor negotiate directly.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Within six months, the Office of Management and Budget would have to require the implementation of the Framework by federal agencies. Finally, agencies are encouraged to utilize data and available procurement tools to ensure new entrants and small businesses are participating in their contracting base.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 27, 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 ensures contracts remain favorable and all stakeholders comply with negotiated terms.

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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. What’s next for the budget and Federal market? This training will be taking place at Miller & Chevalier Chartered (900 16 th St. NW, Washington, D.C. NW, Washington, D.C.

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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. What’s next for the budget and Federal market? Attendees will gain critical insights into: What’s next for the VA budget and healthcare investments? is less than one month away!

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

First, interest payments on the accumulating debt will accelerate, gobbling up more and more of the Federal budget. The current Congressional Budget Office (“CBO”) outlook shows, for FY2024, interest on the national debt is budgeted at $870 billion, and defense spending at $822 billion. [98] A recession likely hastens that day.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

OMB Launches Acquisition Data Strategy The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a circular on May 30 entitled “Strategic Management of Acquisition Data and Information.” If you have any questions or topics for future reports, please contact Michael Hanafin at mhanafin@thecgp.org. million for clean energy projects/initiatives.

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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. Listen to the full podcast here.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Jason Miller is the deputy director for management at the Office of Management and Budget. As artificial intelligence becomes more ingrained in all aspects of technology, agencies and vendors alike must consider new factors when it comes to buying these capabilities.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

OMB Releases Guidance to Modernize FedRAMP Last week, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) released updated guidance to modernize the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) and overhaul policies established when the program launched in 2011.

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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. There are two sets of rules that will be utilized when the CMMC program is fully formed.

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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. The VA has already begun adopting AI-based tools to improve clinical experiences and ease VA staff burdens.

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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

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Crosland and Clancy, other representatives from both agencies gave presentations on how collaboration has been utilized to foster innovation. A JV agreement must also identify the responsibilities of the parties with respect to negotiation of the contract, source of labor and contract performance. [4] In addition to Lt.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Utilizing these search functions helps users gain a better understanding of federal spending patterns and trends, promoting greater transparency and making it easier to explore specific aspects of federal expenditures. These detailed spending reports are essential for grasping how federal budgetary resources are utilized.

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Select GCR

APRIL 8, 2025

Utilizing platforms such as SAM.gov and DSBS is crucial for small businesses to find relevant federal contract opportunities and partnership initiatives. Businesses must also utilize the various resources available to support them in federal contracting.

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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. While the government enjoys the predictability of budgeted expenses, contractors must manage their resources efficiently to avoid cost overruns.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms. OMB concurred with the recommendation.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

The basics of bidding involve understanding the needs of the target government entity and accurately budgeting to ensure compliance with financial oversight. If selected, contractors may enter a negotiation phase to finalize terms and conditions before the contract is awarded. How can businesses find government contract opportunities?

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Its important for potential participants to understand that if competitive negotiations occur before SBAs acceptance into the 8(a) program, the application may not be accepted. Utilize the SBAs resources and tools to help identify relevant opportunities. If the contract price exceeds fair market value, the contract may not be awarded.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Added a message to SB Utilization under the Unrestricted RFPs, indicating a Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) is no longer the sole rating for Small Business Utilization. Corrected error messages regarding RFP Section L.5.8 submissions for populated and unpopulated joint ventures. As explained in E.O.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 26, 2024

“This guidance takes an important step in ensuring our diverse base of small businesses have opportunities in a greater diversity of acquisition strategies,” said Small Business Administration Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman in a blog posted by the Office of Management and Budget today. “By This is up from $37.6 billion in 2019.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

The BCI strategy is to improve how federal agencies procure innovative technologies and leverage data to make smart buying decisions by utilizing the following four steps as detailed below.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

The NICE Framework, which provides common language and criteria for cyber work and professionals, will be utilized when acquiring information technology support services or cybersecurity support services according to the proposed rule. The training will provide lessons on innovative acquisition and field procedures and negotiation skills.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Congress Releases Compromise $895 Billion FY25 NDAA Meritalk reports that the House of Representatives and Senate published their final negotiated version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. billion in spending, falling just below the mandated budget cap set by the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA).

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SmallGovCon

APRIL 11, 2025

One highly relevant decision (which we’ve referenced in both parts of this blog) was Tolliver Group , wherein the COFC held an agency must apply the Rule of Two before an agency can even identify the possible universe of procurement vehicles which may be utilized for a particular scope of work.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The four priorities of the BCI include: Leveraging Data Across Federal Agencies to Get Lower Prices and Better Terms; Negotiating Common Enterprise-Wide Software Licenses; Saving Money and Avoiding Waste by Getting Contract Requirements Right the First Time; and Getting Better Value from Sole Source and Other High-Risk Contracts.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 10, 2025

Majority of Tariffs Paused for 90 Days NPR reports that the majority of country-specific tariffs have been paused for 90 days in order to allow for negotiations. DHA is looking to increase utilization of its facilities, as many military beneficiaries have sought private sector care.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 27, 2025

Streamline and centralize procurement Maximize the negotiating power of volume buying: In support of the Administrations Executive Order , well continue to centralize government procurement for common goods and services in order to negotiate the best prices for the taxpayer. We have already kicked off this effort with four agencies.

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