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OCTOBER 28, 2022

Not only did they address an emergent operational issue, but they also took the first step toward the digitization of vendor management and purchase order placement processes. . There will be unique challenges public procurement teams will need to address to ensure the bill delivers on its full promise. A Path Forward.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Procurement Team Bidding 52

Procureware

JUNE 28, 2018

Two-Way Messaging is a new feature that lets buyers interact with vendors via email and have all the communications logged in ProcureWare. The communications are automatically associated to the individual vendor, their company, and the relevant bid or contract. Last month ProcureWare had its second major release of the year.

Buyers 40

Buyers Collusion Bidding Transparency 40

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

Last month, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) issued a draft Request for Quotes (RFQ) for the proposed governmentwide ASCEND Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for cloud services. Its separate pool approach is compounded further by the separate procurements for each of the pools. It is central to ensuring robust mission support through the BPA.

Procurement 52

Procurement Data Strategic Planning Management 52

Great Government Through Technology

APRIL 29, 2024

Contracting officers should consider cybersecurity, supply chain risk management, data governance and other standards and guidelines just as they would with other IT procurements. Manage and Protect Data. I blogged about the procurement considerations it emphasized and we explored the pivotal role of the chief AI officer.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Procurement Data Vendor Management 52

Federal News Network

MARCH 25, 2025

GSA is the tip of the spear we’re setting the example for other agencies and serving as a collaborative partner to help them cut wasteful contract spending, right size the federal real estate portfolio and deploy software to drive efficiency and productivity,” Ehikian wrote in a blog, obtained by Federal News Network.

Collaboration 92

Collaboration Data Vendor Management Management 92

FedScoop

APRIL 10, 2025

President Trumps GSA is working hard on this collaboration to turn that recognition into real savings to secure lower prices for best-in-class technology across all federal agencies, Ehikian said. GSA said the common-sense pricing model is reflective of the agencys growing role as the central hub for government procurement.

Price 94

Price Vendor Management Negotiation Collaboration 94

Great Government Through Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2024

I described the Governmentwide Acquisition Strategy initiative led by the IT Vendor Management Office (ITVMO) to centralize engagement with critical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and negotiate universal contract and process improvements to ensure that all agencies benefit from best-in-class terms and pricing as One Customer.

Contract 52

Contract Price Vendor Management Negotiation 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 30, 2025

As part of this effort, we are actively building out a robust calendar of events for the coming months, ensuring opportunities for engagement, education, and collaboration on key procurement issues and policies as they continue to evolve. Addressing these issues could potentially lead to hundreds of millions in savings, according to GAO.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Procurement Efficiency Contract 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 27, 2025

GSA is the tip of the spear were setting the example for other agencies and serving as a collaborative partner to help them cut wasteful contract spending, right size the federal real estate portfolio and deploy software to drive efficiency and productivity. Streamline and centralize procurement in support of the new Executive Order.

Procurement 52

Procurement Efficiency Contract Collaboration 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2025

The EO directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to streamline the Federal contracting process to enhance speed and efficiency, reduce costs, and require Federal contractors and subcontractors to comply with our civil rights laws. It also revokes EO 11246 contracting criteria mandating affirmative action.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency E-procurement Professional Services Quality 52