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The four key drivers that can enable better IT procurement

Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 28, 2024

More often than not, public procurement of technology is viewed as non-transparent, uncompetitive, poorly planned, inefficient, costly, and having high failure rates. Solution: Open contracting fosters competition among vendors, reducing costs through competitive bidding.

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Enhancing Competition in Public Procurement: Lessons from the NAO Report

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Some examples of how competition in public procurement include better roads, increased digital infrastructure, and greater environmental compliance. Robust competition in public procurement can bring these promising outcomes. Yet, limited competition in the procurement landscape can be disastrous.

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Pre-Bid and Pre-Proposal Meetings: Similarities and Differences

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 19, 2024

Enhanced Submissions: By providing detailed information and addressing questions, these meetings help potential bidders or consultants prepare more accurate and competitive bids or proposals, ultimately improving the quality of submissions. Differences Between Pre-Bid and Pre-Proposal Meetings 1.

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How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

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. Pricing is key for securing your first federal contract; ensure your bid is competitive.

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What is a Tender in Construction? Your Essential Guide

Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Customers may select the best offer from submitted tenders based on quality, price, and terms thanks to its transparency, equity, and efficiency of the tender process. The goal of the competitive tender procedure is to encourage fairness and objectivity so that the clients can evaluate bids in a comparable way.

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The Importance of Ethical Procurement Practices in Public Sectors

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. They discuss the price the employee pays for their due diligence. I cannot” replied the Director. “Why

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Simplifying Public Sector Procurement: Strategies to Increase Sme Participation

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. Escalating bonding and insurance values directly increase bid pricing and that cost flows through to an owner, no matter what.

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Contract with the Government: Essentials for Businesses

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Key Takeaways Understanding the different types of government contracts—fixed price, cost reimbursement, and time and materials—is crucial for businesses to manage risks and costs effectively while engaging with government projects. There are three primary types of contracts: fixed price, cost reimbursement, and time/materials contracts.

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Mastering SAM Government Contracting

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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. Failure to comply can result in penalties, including fines or suspension from federal contracting opportunities.

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Sole Source Procurement: A Guide to Single-Source Acquisitions

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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. In such cases, the competitive bidding requirement is not applicable.

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Understanding Contract Types Government Agencies Use

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JUNE 11, 2024

If you’re exploring contract types that any government agency uses, understanding the distinctions between fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and other specialized contracts is paramount. The two main categories of government contracts are fixed-price contracts and cost-reimbursement contracts.

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Winning Strategies for the Aspiring Government Contractor

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AUGUST 27, 2024

It ensures stable, long-term contracts for a variety of commercial products and services at predetermined prices, offering reliable and consistent payment terms to contractors. A successful hit ratio in the construction bidding process is considered to be 5:1, indicating competitiveness and effectiveness in winning bids.

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Understanding the Procurement Cycle: From Need Identification to Contract Closure

The Procurement School

MARCH 27, 2025

Contract type – fixed price per month. Be careful to only select Canadian ones due to our Competitive Bidding Laws and Trade Agreement obligations for the public sector. This collaborative effort ensures that the procurement landscape remains fair, competitive, and cost-effective. The latter saves you money.

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Best Practices for a Winning Proposal for Bid

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NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Including key elements like an executive summary, company profile, customer testimonials, scope of work, project methodology, timeline, budget overview, and terms and conditions ensure that bid proposals are thorough, professional, and persuasive. It is typically more straightforward and price-centric compared to an RFP or RFI.

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The four key drivers that can enable better IT procurement

Enhancing Competition in Public Procurement: Lessons from the NAO Report

Trending Sources

Pre-Bid and Pre-Proposal Meetings: Similarities and Differences

How Do I Get Government Contracts: A Practical Guide

What is a Tender in Construction? Your Essential Guide

The Importance of Ethical Procurement Practices in Public Sectors

Simplifying Public Sector Procurement: Strategies to Increase Sme Participation

Contract with the Government: Essentials for Businesses

Mastering SAM Government Contracting

Sole Source Procurement: A Guide to Single-Source Acquisitions

Understanding Contract Types Government Agencies Use

Winning Strategies for the Aspiring Government Contractor

Understanding the Procurement Cycle: From Need Identification to Contract Closure

Best Practices for a Winning Proposal for Bid

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