Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

We just completed two articles on the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) [1] and, before that, two articles on Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits. 3] TINA defines cost or pricing data to mean all facts that, as of the relevant date, a prudent buyer or seller would reasonably expect to affect price negotiations significantly. [4]

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Negotiation Price Government Contracts IT 98

American City & Country

AUGUST 27, 2024

City and county governments are often key buyers of landscape equipment and supplies, says Keith McGinty , director of bids and government accounts at SiteOne Landscape Supply , a firm that sells soil maintenance products, irrigation, lighting, nursery products, tools, equipment, safety items and hardscapes in addition to landscape supplies.

Government 98

Government Government Bidding Purchasing 98

Naomi Clews Consultancy

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

I made all the decisions about the chart and back catalogue (non chart) singles range I stocked and the pre-order quantities of new release singles. I was considered one of the best singles buyers in the country, based on my P&L performance alone. T rends came and went fast! This could be a very stressful activity.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain IT Warehouse Demand 52

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.

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Joint Procurement Buyers 52

ivalua

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The Ivalua solution will automate some of the processes – proceedings, negotiations and approval of contracts as well as invoicing. In the era of process automation and computers handling numerous daily tasks, buyers can make strategic decisions like which supplier to choose and sign a contract with. About PKP Energetyka.

E-procurement 40

E-procurement Tender Supplier Buyers 40

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).

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Procurement Price Buyers 52

Select GCR

APRIL 8, 2025

Experienced government contractors must also be familiar with the various contracting vehicles used by federal agencies, including government-wide acquisition contracts (GWACs) and indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contracts. Businesses must also utilize the various resources available to support them in federal contracting.

Contract 52

Contract Government Contracts Participation Utilities 52