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Evaluate the Options: Vendor Networks

Procureware

In government co-ops, a lead government agency issues a solicitation for a good or service, evaluates proposals, and awards a contract. This contract is then available to other co-op members on the same terms, a process called piggy-backing. These buying groups offer several advantages, especially if your organization is small.

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Everyone, including top leaders, need to be on-board when agencies install new technology

American City & Country

Witt says government agencies need to examine and evaluate the entire buying process from purchase to implementation. He says buying teams should consider aspects such as foundational infrastructure that are required for implementation, training needs, and maintenance expectations.

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GSA’s FAS streamlining federal procurement by updating GSA Advantage, improving UX, reducing PALT

Federal News Network

Basically this streamlines for purchase card holders the buying process to access commercial online marketplaces,” Lee said. Another area FAS is addressing to improve PALT is source selection rate: how contractors are evaluated and contract winners are chosen.

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Landscape maintenance supplies and equipment are often near the top of local government shopping lists

American City & Country

He points out that these requirements can add time to the buying process. He advises: “Start the purchasing process with bidding services from distributors like SiteOne to help expedite the process.”

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Beyond Redacting Discriminatory Restrictive Covenants

Extract Systems

While these covenants aren’t enforceable, they are painful and often surprising reminders that can come up during the home buying process. Over the past several years, there have been a number of initiatives aimed at removing discriminatory restrictive covenants from land records.

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OMB gives agencies new considerations when buying AI

Federal News Network

“Acquisition of AI presents some novel challenges, even though in some respects, much of the acquisition is similar to purchases of software without AI,” Miller said.

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The Public Procurement Glossary

Tracker Intelligence

Market Research & Planning This step ensures the buying process follows rules like the Government Procurement Agreement , especially in international trade. This allows contracting authorities or public sector organisations to evaluate and choose the best supplier. It outlines pricing, service quality and other key details.