ivalua

MAY 18, 2022

When it comes to the nature of buyer-supplier relationships, we’re entering a brave, new world. Even reducing costs often depends more on effective collaboration rather than negotiation in today’s market. To top it all off, extremely tight supply markets have further shifted negotiating leverage from buyers to suppliers.

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ivalua

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The Ivalua solution will automate some of the processes – proceedings, negotiations and approval of contracts as well as invoicing. OptiBuy , the consulting agency will be responsible for the implementation. OptiBuy is an international consulting company specializing in Procurement management.

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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. No procedural steps are regulated at EU level. I look forward to having a chance to test it.

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Naomi Clews Consultancy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

My aim was to negotiate a better deal than my competitors (Woolworths, WH Smiths, Tower Records, Virgin and independent record retailers) on the Top 40 Singles Chart new releases and to have the most stock of the most popular singles each week. The back catalogue, non chart singles were where the serious profit margins were made.

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The Procurement School

AUGUST 11, 2023

The internal process time to engage a consultant or a contractor for a routine service. This could be from better negotiating on contracts; consolidating the spend; value analysis techniques; material substitution; cost avoidance; or any other quantifiable savings. This would be reported as: 2,500,000 / 500,000 = 5X.

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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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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. What is the role of GSA Schedules in federal contracting?

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 30, 2024

Fernanda Barjud (Legal Director, AMBEV), Mr. Flávio Bianchi (Federal Consultant in Economic Regulation at the Federal Attorney General’s Office), Ms. All in all, the panelists agreed that the increasing use of mediation and negotiation imply a change of mindset within Brazil, although there is still much room for growth.

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Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Fact checked by Eddie Regan, BiP Solutions Principal Procurement Consultant Brexit has dramatically changed the UK’s import and export-dynamic. The UK government has been negotiating trade deals with Australia, New Zealand and the US to meet their domestic demands. However, several factors skewed this outcome.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 30, 2024

For a perspective, the Federal Drive with Tom Temin spoke with federal sales and marketing consultant Larry Allen. I think that the nature of service buyers, typically, they’re going to be over the simplified acquisition threshold, for all but the most modest types of programs. That’s a good impact of this program.

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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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

Training for Federal Buyers: The bill would also establish requirements for federal contracting personnel to receive specialized training on the acquisition of emerging technology, such as artificial technology. To register for this members-only meeting, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Healthcare Spotlight: HHS Announces Medicare Part D Negotiated Prices This week, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the final drug prices negotiated through its Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program established under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (IRA).

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

For instance, when a consultant possesses unique expertise and specialized knowledge based on their individual talent or creativity, sole source procurement can be justified. Unique Expertise and Specialized Services Unique expertise and specialized services are often a determining factor in justifying sole source procurement.

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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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University of Bristol

MAY 26, 2023

Given the large number of civil service data and data science unfilled vacancies, public buyers are inadequately staffed to confront and negotiate with much more knowledgeable and well-resourced tech companies—and at risk of being captured or deceived by companies selling snake oil. The answer is a resounding ‘no’.

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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. Procurement service providers work closely with public sector procurement consultants to streamline processes, maintain transparency, and uphold ethical standards.

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