ivalua

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Believing they have secured an order with one of their suppliers, only for this order not to be honored because a customer who is more strategic, more generous with the negotiated rates and quicker at paying, has been given priority. Of course, Buyers’ time is limited. More than one Procurement department has learned this the hard way.

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ivalua

APRIL 6, 2021

The complete contract lifecycle management process includes a contract request or initiation, authoring, negotiation/redlining and approval stages, execution and signature as well as obligation monitoring, renewals, amendments and expiration. Key to this phase is the ability to collaborate with internal users as well as the third party (e.g.,

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Select GCR

APRIL 26, 2024

From initial market research to contract negotiation and performance, we stand by your side to navigate complexities and capitalize on opportunities. Our collaborative approach ensures that your business is equipped with the knowledge and resources needed to thrive in the dynamic government marketplace.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 25, 2024

Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. GSA’s proposed legislation would address these government buyer needs and will fundamentally improve procurement operations for agencies and the American people.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Customers can now ensure greater supply chain resilience through improved supplier discovery and collaboration, increase efficiency across each step of the source-to-pay process and better understand and optimize cost drivers for goods and services purchased. Collaboration via comments and conversations is now simple and quick for users.

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University of Bristol

APRIL 6, 2020

Where unforeseeable and extremely urgent circumstances not attributable to the contracting authority arise, public procurement rules get out of the way to free public buyers up to do all they can to get the required supplies and equipment. But this should not lead us to forget that there is more learning to be extracted from this situation.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 22, 2024

Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. GSA’s proposed legislation would address these government buyer needs and will fundamentally improve procurement operations for agencies and the American people.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

To thrive in federal contracting, having an active registration on SAM is non-negotiable. Not only does it serve as a gateway to numerous business opportunities, but it also acts as a marketing tool for showcasing your capabilities to potential government buyers.

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

It starts with identifying the right suppliers for a need, sharing requirements and evaluating supplier offers, selecting the most appropriate supplier, negotiating terms and contracting with them to receive goods and/or services. Also included: supplier improvement plans, innovation plans and overall supplier collaboration.

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The Procurement School

JANUARY 12, 2023

An internal communications plan will also be needed to inform buyers of the existing arrangements they should use. speciality scientific equipment, expert negotiators for high-dollar complicated contracts). Also consider any long-term contracts that may not have been competed for some time (e.g. legacy computer system support).

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Governments may collaborate with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and minority-owned businesses to increase participation. Ethical labour standards are non-negotiable, ensuring workers’ rights and well-being are protected throughout the supply chain. So, lets embrace this vision.

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Procureware

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Q&A management Many buyers dread managing the Q&A process; phone calls are time consuming, aggregating emails is error-prone, and collaborating with internal experts is tedious. Look for features that support your typical volumes, levels of collaboration, and transparency requirements.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

To reduce PALT, FAS has looked to the Commercial Platforms program, which includes “pre-negotiated agreements across the Federal Government with eight commercial marketplaces” that purchase card holders can utilize. During the interview, Lee also discussed GSA’s efforts to lower procurement acquisition lead time (PALT).

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ivalua

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Patrick Conquet, our Director of Product Research and Development, points out another strength by emphasising collaborative advantages. Expectations will be different for our procurement optimisation solutions and will depend on whether the user is an experienced buyer, an occasional requestor or a Procurement Director.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

Specifically, OMB will achieve this by: Requiring data sharing; Building appropriate centralization; Promoting data-sharing tech; Centralizing data management policy framework; Establishing a new technical data environment; and Facilitating collaboration with data management. million for clean energy projects/initiatives.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

We strongly encourage you to nominate a deserving colleague or collaborator who has demonstrated their commitment and expertise in the Federal procurement space. The first group of negotiated prices are for 10 Medicare Part D drugs that treat a variety of conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and cancer.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

For instance, in collaborative projects or research continuity situations, standardization requirements that specify a single supplier may necessitate sole source procurement. Another factor that can justify sole source procurement is the need for standardization. How is fair pricing ensured in sole source procurement?

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

JANUARY 27, 2025

Whilst negotiation, rationalisation, standardisation and building relationships can all help to reduce costs, there is something that is often overlooked: Early Supplier Involvement Early supplier involvement (ESI) is a great way to reduce costs of both new and existing specifications that are sourced.

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The Procurement School

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Many contracts contain an ‘option to extend at the buyers option’ and performance management is an effective tool to determining if one wants to exercise the extension. This collaborative effort ensures that the procurement landscape remains fair, competitive, and cost-effective.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Showcasing your track record reassures government buyers of your capability and reliability, making your proposal more persuasive and competitive. If selected, contractors may enter a negotiation phase to finalize terms and conditions before the contract is awarded.

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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. Emphasis added.) See Section 2.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 17, 2025

As the worlds largest buyer spending nearly $1 trillion on procurement contracts each year, the federal government should be promoting agility, competition and results. But under President Trumps leadership, revolutionary reform is finally here. Instead, our procurement process, after decades of regulatory buildup, does the precise opposite.

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