American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

These contracts are competitively bid and offer access to a broad range of goods and services at negotiated rates, making them ideal for organizations of all sizes. When it comes to procurement, having a clear, strategic approach is key to delivering value to your organization. “For me, group purchasing brings two major benefits.

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GovSpend

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Spending & POs give you historical purchasing data down to the line item, enabling you to price your services competitively. Bids & RFPs allow you to review the requests an agency has issued in the past, giving you insight into their standard requirements.

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Whistleblower Network News

MARCH 5, 2024

This structure allowed Gunvor and its co-conspirators to avoid a competitive bidding process and to obtain contractual terms that it could not have obtained otherwise.” According to whistleblower advocates, however, the SEC’s whistleblower rules unfairly discriminate against international whistleblowers.

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Government Contracts

AUGUST 6, 2024

Hobby Airport did not require the city to follow the Texas Government Code's competitive bidding requirements, partially tossing a suit brought by Pappas Restaurants over its loss of the 2023 agreement. A state appeals court agreed Tuesday with Houston's argument that a concessions contract with the William P.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Teamwork is essential when cities and counties plan to buy new systems and equipment, says Gary Mitchell , director of SLED (state, local and education) business development at Iron Mountain Government Solutions , a company that provides secure management of data and assets; it works to protect, connect and activate high-value customer data.

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Great Government Through Technology

JANUARY 14, 2025

With such a large pool of vendors, agencies are able to get multiple competitive bids to get the best price for required services. GSA makes it easier for agencies to acquire earth observation products, services, and solutions by grouping geospatial data, knowledge, and analytics under one MAS Special Item Number.

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Competitive Bidding Data Integrity Integration 40

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 2, 2024

Components by Category Each category of Standard Bidding Documents contains specific components to ensure comprehensive and clear communication of procurement requirements. It guides bidders on how to prepare and submit their bids and outlines the criteria for evaluation.

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Select GCR

MARCH 4, 2025

Promoting competition through competitive bidding can help government agencies achieve better value and lower costs. Acquiring a GSA contract enhances a businesss visibility and opens up additional bidding opportunities. Active support for small businesses by the U.S. government promotes economic growth and job creation.

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Tracker Intelligence

JUNE 16, 2024

On the other hand, the emphasis on openness and competitive bidding is similar. Finding and Bidding on Healthcare Contracts Using a Healthcare Tender Platform When it comes to tender searches, there are several advantages of utilizing a specialized platform like Tracker Intelligence.

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ivalua

JULY 21, 2021

Partnering with Consus Global and our successful deployment of Ivalua will accelerate our progress in supply chain optimization at REV Group by applying a powerful toolset of data, supplier management, and competitive bidding capabilities to our team,” says Rob Vislosky, Chief Supply Officer of REV Group. “We

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Supply Chain Efficiency Strategic Sourcing Competitive Bidding 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Competition in public procurement is not limited to financial competition; it is a key source of innovation and guarantees the fair allocation of public contracts. However, a recent National Audit Office (NAO) investigation has found that there are major obstacles to competition in this sector.

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Public Procurement Procurement Tender Framework Agreement 52

Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 16, 2024

They also come with other aids, such as bid management tools, competitor analysis, contract management, or compliance tracking, which organisations can use to improve bidding strategies and increase their odds of winning contracts. It is known for its real-time alerts and in-depth market information.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Sole-Source Contracts: 8(a) certified businesses have the advantage of competing for sole-source contracts, meaning they can secure contracts without going through a competitive bidding process.

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Strategic Planning Participation Government Contracts Sustainability 105

Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Types of Construction Tenders: A Detailed Look Open Tendering Process Open tendering allow all the prospective private sector bidders and potential contractors that are interested to bid. For contractors to accurately bid, this is a crucial document. It serves as the foundation for the tender.

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Public Contracting Institute

JANUARY 31, 2024

Before making award, the 60 day bid acceptance period in the solicitation expired, but the contracting officer decided to extend the period. Instead of extending its bid (at the bid prices), Global submitted a revised bid with approximately a 2 percent price increase. Global Engineering Services, LLC, B-421866, Oct.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 9, 2024

If the grant is successful and recipient municipalities bid out aspects of the grant implementation, the consultants can participate in the competitive bid response. There is help for municipalities and community water providers overwhelmed by the April 2024 U.S.

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Competitive Bidding Bidding Data Consulting 58

Bonfire

MARCH 24, 2022

Bonfire eProcurement supports that strategic role for hundreds of public sector agencies that rely on us to manage their competitive bid processes. Today I’m proud to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of Bonfire and, with it, the incredible clients and team who have made our success possible. Reflecting on the journey.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Learn the ins and outs of maintaining compliance, crafting a competitive bid, and positioning your business for growth through federal opportunities, all through the lens of SAM’s pivotal role in government procurement. To thrive in federal contracting, having an active registration on SAM is non-negotiable.

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Tracker Intelligence

JULY 20, 2022

With a government procurement agreement in place to ensure fair competition in the supply of goods and services to governments, any business offering the relevant services stands a fair chance. It shows your business has excelled in the competitive bidding process. For a business, that stability is a great advantage.

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Government Contracts Innovation Procurement Government 52

Tracker Intelligence

JANUARY 28, 2024

Automated Tender Alerts for Competitive Advantage In the tender market, one has to keep up-to-date in order to succeed. Bidding Strategically with Greater Tender Intelligence In addition to the basic tender details, Tracker provides advanced analytical information.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Participating in the program opens avenues for securing federal contracts through sole-source awards, eliminating the need for competitive bidding up to a designated threshold. Moreover, the 8(a) program extends far beyond contract access. What is a narrative? What is social disadvantage?

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Education Competitive Bidding Networking Participation 52

Tracker Intelligence

AUGUST 26, 2024

The platform provides information on contracts available for bidding, buyer behaviour tracking, and market data to facilitate the tendering process. With Tracker Intelligence, businesses can be prepared and updated on market trends and make competitive bids.

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Select GCR

APRIL 21, 2023

If you do not know what these are, they are the kind of contract that can be issued without a competitive bidding process. At Select GCR we have taken many marketing journeys to come up with the perfect strategy for our clients. The road to success is not easy. It not only requires hard work, it also requires patience and sacrifice.

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Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Tendering is the act of offering bids in construction-related contracts with significant stakeholders such as the government, commercial developers or contractors. Bids that are successful result in fresh projects and revenue streams for the company.

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Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

But is this the kind of thing you mean that just hinders competitive bidding on reality of what the government needs? One of those is that it reduces competition. And that place is not to hamstring the efficient delivery of critical systems. Larry Allen Yeah, it certainly is. They all have their place. Congress is ok with it.

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Competitive Bidding Import Efficiency Government 52

Select GCR

MARCH 5, 2024

Organizations use RFPs to ensure a fair and competitive bidding process, allowing them to select the most qualified and cost-effective vendor or service provider for a particular project. RFP stands for Request for Proposal. The RFP outlines the project’s requirements, scope of work, expected outcomes, and other relevant details.

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Evaluation Professional Services Competitive Bidding Education 52

Select GCR

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Managed by various certifying agencies including the Texas Unified Certification Program (TUCP), this certification enhances your participation in public and government contracting, providing a significant advantage in competitive bidding processes.

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Government Contracts Networking Transportation Transportation 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

It’s better to focus on opportunities that align with your expertise rather than bidding on every contract available. For many businesses, engaging in federal government contracts can be a significant revenue stream and a catalyst for growth. Grasping the fundamentals of government contracting is paramount.

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The Procurement School

APRIL 17, 2023

What we did last month to run a competitive process or prepare for a procurement is likely going to be how we approach our next. Everybody knew that a competitive bid would be issued to the usual suspects and that was the best way to determine value. When other colleagues adopt similar methods, it suggests we do the same.

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Procurement Inventory Competitive Bidding Influencing 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Having multiple suppliers to choose from allows a procurement team to leverage competitive bidding, ensuring the best value for the organization. In such cases, the competitive bidding requirement is not applicable. Defining Sole Source Procurement In the realm of procurement, variety is the spice of life.

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The Procurement School

AUGUST 21, 2024

Their CFO is required to ensure value for money and compliance with competitive bid laws. Outsourcing practices: Outsourcing the procurement functions from running a competitive bid through to supplier selection, can complement the need for internal responsibility. Outsourcing is a logical option.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The suggestions apply to all segments of competitive bidding, including the SME segments of Supplier Diversity, Indigenous and Social Procurement. Increase Access SMEs often have limited resources and may suffer when it comes to bid accessibility. They, unlike larger companies, do not have as much time to solicit new work.

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Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

The Procurement School

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Author: Helen Doucette “Accept the bid from ABC Company” said the VP of Finance to the Director of Procurement. “I According to the Competitive Bidding Law of Canada, we can only accept compliant bids. I cannot” replied the Director. “Why Why not” asked the VP. ABC’s was late and deemed non-compliant. Stay or go?

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Tendersinfo

DECEMBER 24, 2020

2020 comes to an end, and we take a look back at the bizarre range of events that the bidding community stood testimony to this year. With reports of the novel coronavirus appearing in several regions we could never imagine how it is going to impact our lives and the bidding community at large.

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Bidding Management Public Procurement Competitive Bidding 52

Select GCR

AUGUST 27, 2024

They submit direct bids to undertake government contracts. The prime contractor is the main builder, the one who won the bid for the project. Preparing and Submitting Bids Preparing and submitting bids resemble the crafting of a detailed proposal for a potential partner. Think of it like a construction project.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Failure to meet responsibility requirements can lead to a contract award being denied, even if a company submits the most competitive bid.

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Government Contracts Competitive Bidding Government Government 66

Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Types of Government Contracts There are several types of government contracts that businesses can bid on, each with its own set of characteristics and requirements. Before diving into the bidding process, its essential to prepare thoroughly. The two main types are fixed-price contracts and cost-reimbursement contracts.

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