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Job Opening: Purchasing Manager

Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

City of Bellingham Position: Purchasing Manager Location: Bellingham, Washington Closing Date: Friday, August 11, 2017 at 4:30 pm Pacific Time Interview Schedule: The most qualified candidates will be asked to participate in a panel interview on August 31, 2017. Directs work of purchasing staff in carrying out and executing contracts.

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6 Key Elements of Successful RFPs and RFQs

Public Contracting Institute

Understanding the Fundamentals RFPs and RFQs are both tools used in government contracting, but they serve different purposes. An RFP is typically used for complex projects where the agency needs detailed proposals, while an RFQ is more suitable for simpler purchases where price is the primary factor.

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Thoughts on what is fair and reasonable?

Federal News Network

Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.” They do not require the government to purchase all its requirements from FSS program contracts.

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Thoughts on “What is Fair and Reasonable?    

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.” They do not require the government to purchase all its requirements from FSS program contracts.

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Government Contracts Issues for a Recession

Procurement Notes

And, if bond investors will only purchase Government debt at elevated interest rates, that will influence the interest rates across the wider economy—working against any moves that the Fed. Alternatively, it can give the contractor an opportunity to negotiate a termination-for-convenience or no-cost termination. 12, § 12-801 (Nov.

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Friday Flash 11/03/23

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.” They do not require the government to purchase all its requirements from FSS program contracts.

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Contract Types Government Agencies Use Most

Select GCR

The cost plus fixed fee and cost plus award fee contracts are two common types, each offering distinct advantages in terms of risk management and performance incentives. By allowing agencies to issue orders under predetermined terms, basic ordering agreements reduce the administrative burden and expedite the procurement process.