SmallGovCon

APRIL 26, 2024

In federal government contracting news this week, be sure to check out the stories about the new sustainability rules (and our recent blog ), as well as new legislation on solicitation language and buying technology. It’s wonderful weather for all those recently planted gardens, however, as long as the storms aren’t bad!

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Government Contracts & Investigations

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Welcome back to the Cost Corner, where we provide practical insight into the complex cost and pricing requirements that apply to Government contractors. Applicability of the FAR Cost Principles The FAR Cost Principles apply to the “pricing of contracts, subcontracts, and modifications whenever cost analysis is performed.” [1]

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Diving into government contracting with SAM requires a clear roadmap to success. SAM.gov stands as a crucial portal for businesses seeking federal contracts. This article delivers a concise guide on effectively using SAM, from completing your registration to enhancing your contracting strategy.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 3, 2024

To set the groundwork for future episodes, Nicole Owren-Wiest and Erin Rankin talk fundamentals: What is the purpose behind the often counter-intuitive and complex government contracts cost and pricing rules? What are the various price analysis techniques available to the world’s largest buyer of goods and services? “It

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Federal News Network

AUGUST 1, 2024

Companies entering into government contracting (or expanding their capabilities team skillset) may consider a mergers and acquisition strategy. They can merge with or acquire another contractor to gain past performance history, new contract vehicles and new technical capabilities. subsidiary), then buyers may avoid novation.

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Public Contracting Institute

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

A legislative proposal to change how GSA Schedule contracts meet the terms of the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) and a proposed rule to modify the Schedules Economic Price Adjustment Clause are among the larger changes GSA announced for the Multiple Award Schedules program at last week’s Coalition for Government Procurement Fall Conference.

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Federal News Network

JULY 8, 2024

The Office Of Management and Budget and General Services Administration have been fielding a data integration tool to help contracting officers. Dubbed Co-Pilot, it gathers data from various governmentwide procurement systems, and presents buyers with pricing histories, vendor information and other data to help their decisions.

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Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Her passion for helping others understand government contracting led her to join forces with data scientist Marcelo Blanco and establish B2Gov. Participating in public contracting represents a massive opportunity for businesses, but one that many fail to seize. “The The variation is mostly driven by the market itself.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Public sector professionals must responsibly procure goods and service contracts on behalf of the taxpayer. Seasoned practitioners in public procurement can be jaded from situations that have gone wrong, and it is common for inexperienced public buyers to experience risk aversion and fear of the unknown.

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AWS Public Sector

JUNE 3, 2024

This made it simpler for specialists to bid for government work and increased government access to technology innovators. The simplified procurement process worked for tech and focused on outcomes, so the government became a knowledgeable buyer of technology. These commitments support inclusive, diverse economic growth.

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 20, 2025

However, the advent of specialised platforms has made it easier for businesses to get access to the key contract opportunities. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the best platforms for finding public sector contracts in the UK to help procurement professionals, buyers and suppliers make the right decisions.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

The fundamental tenets of fairness, value for money, and transparency form the foundation of public procurement and contribute to the development of an atmosphere that benefits suppliers as well as buyers. This principle also supports economic growth by encouraging diverse suppliers to contribute to government contracts.

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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 28, 2025

Public sector procurement information and contracts are available through both free and paid tender search engines. Key Features of Free Tender Portals Core Characteristics of Free Portals Contracts Finder and Find a Tender are two government contract finder alternatives that provide basic search capabilities as well as vital contract data.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This analysis will explore the main NAO findings, look at their wider significance and propose steps to reinvigorate competition in government procurement. Without competitive bidding, prices go up, and the quality of goods and services languishes. Robust competition in public procurement can bring these promising outcomes.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Attendees will be able to choose from several program-specific sessions to engage in dialogue with key government personnel on topics such as E-Commerce, GSA IT Schedules and Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), and more. Pricing details included in the prospectus. Click here to register. Click here to register.

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GovSpend

APRIL 5, 2023

Submission of bids: Businesses can submit bids in response to solicitations, outlining their proposed solutions and pricing. Evaluation of bids: Government agencies will evaluate bids based on a variety of criteria, including cost, technical capabilities, and past performance.

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GovSpend

APRIL 5, 2023

Submission of bids: Businesses can submit bids in response to solicitations, outlining their proposed solutions and pricing. Evaluation of bids: Government agencies will evaluate bids based on a variety of criteria, including cost, technical capabilities, and past performance.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 9, 2023

It can also have benefits for governments. It promotes promotes competition, as more companies can sell to governments allowing them to obtain greater “value for money” (more quality and better prices). 5) Dissemination and awareness-raising.

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Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 3, 2023

How the School of Applied Research in Public Procurement trained community leaders to dig into government contracting issues in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. It consisted of 20 meetings with international experts, politicians, buyers and analysts ( recordings available in Russian). Are the goals being achieved?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 22, 2024

Accordingly, contractors competing under OT solicitations (as well as government contracting personnel) should be aware of the potential for judicial review of these kinds of acquisitions.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Pricing details included in the prospectus. 3] In a recent size appeal, SBA’s Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) upheld an Area Office size determination giving present effect to an acquisition based on a term sheet signed by the parties, with an agreed upon price and an expected closing date. [4] Listen to the full podcast here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 29, 2024

3] In a recent size appeal, SBA’s Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) upheld an Area Office size determination giving present effect to an acquisition based on a term sheet signed by the parties, with an agreed upon price and an expected closing date. [4]

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Legitimate sole source situations require thorough justification, including market research and analysis, evidence of unique expertise or specialized needs that only one vendor can fulfill, and a demonstration that the price is fair and reasonable. This must be demonstrated along with ensuring the price is fair and reasonable.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Accordingly, contractors competing under OT solicitations (as well as government contracting personnel) should be aware of the potential for judicial review of these kinds of acquisitions. The new prices will be effective Jan 1, 2026.

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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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Tracker Intelligence

MARCH 12, 2025

Winning and keeping government contracts isnt easy. Getting listed on Dynamic Purchasing Systems (DPS) and framework agreements means buyers can award contracts directly to pre-approved suppliers. Learn the basics, get listed, and make winning contracts a whole lot easier. The secret?

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Select GCR

APRIL 8, 2025

Engaging in small business programs like the HUBZone , 8(a), WOSB, and SDVOSB enhances competitive advantages through set-aside contracts and specialized support, aiding success in the federal marketplace. The federal government spends billions of dollars each year on contracts, making it a significant market for businesses of all sizes.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Understanding a Proposal for Bid A bid proposal is more than just a price offer; it is a comprehensive document that outlines specific plans for a project, including the timeframe and costs involved. By offering more than just a price, a bid proposal helps clients understand why your company is the best choice for the project.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

FAR & Beyond: Thoughts on “What is Fair and Reasonable? 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.” Emphasis added.)

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Federal News Network

APRIL 25, 2025

It will highlight regulatory updates, buyer guides and the overall reform process. I think industry, government and other stakeholders in general will be pleasantly surprised with the transparency and the ability to comment on the changes that they will see, he said. We’ll see how that goes. The same with budgeting.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The pre-proposal conference video series includes: Alliant 3 Overview Small Business Offeror Types Small Business Subcontracting Plan C-SCRM Pricing VETS 4212 Federal Contracting Reporting MRCL, ORA, GHG, Series Close Alliant 3 Proposals are due on February 3, 2025. Army Releases MAPS Draft Sections L & M On December 13, the U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 24, 2025

Thank you for Joining us for a Discussion on the New Federal Market The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (Coalition) would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who joined us for Navigating Government Contracting in the New Federal Market on April 24 at the Ritz-Carlton in Tysons.

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Federal News Network

APRIL 1, 2025

To understand what this means for the procurement system, Federal News Network’s Terry Gerton spoke with Emily Murphy, former GSA administrator and current senior fellow at the George Mason University Baroni Center for Government Contracting on the Federal Drive with Tom Temin. Terry Gerton: I’m speaking with Emily Murphy.

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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. Good enough for government work is no longer good enough. Taxpayers, industry and government alike, rejoice: The revolutionary FAR overhaul starts today.

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