Redstone Government Consulting

JULY 22, 2024

As companies grow, it’s imperative that your team adapts to stay competitive and win contracts. What if I told you that using a CRM to track opportunities would allow you to gain efficiency, never miss a due date, and project future revenue? A lot of business development teams track opportunities in Excel. You are on the right track!

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Interview transcript: Charlotte Phelan: Historically, especially if you go back a multitude of years, the contract data would have been on PDF sheets. So I think the biggest improvement that I’m seeing as the data posture within the FAS, within GSA continues to expand and grow is efficiency. Tom Temin: Right.

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USFCR

AUGUST 15, 2024

Government contract vehicles can be your map to success. These pre-negotiated agreements streamline the purchasing process, allowing businesses to secure federal contracts more efficiently and effectively. Feeling lost in the maze of government procurement?

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WashngtonExec

MARCH 17, 2025

Navy’s Worldwide Expeditionary Multiple Award Contract 2.0, a key contract vehicle for global logistics support. “It advances the defense logistics framework, enabling exceptional support for global expeditionary missions with efficiency, reliability, and agility.” billion.

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The Procurement School

JULY 16, 2024

Contract Management is often thought to be the last step in the Procurement life cycle but instead it is both the beginning and end of the procurement cycle and it provides a constant feedback loop. The following article discusses the various steps of contract management and its role in procurement efficiency.

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Government Contracts Navigator

MARCH 31, 2025

Gerber The Department of Government Efficiencys (DOGE) scrutiny of federal contracts has resulted in a spike in notices of termination for convenience. Burrows, and Sara N.

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WashngtonExec

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Noblis has won the prime spot on the Federal Aviation Administrations Air Traffic Engineering and Program Support II Unrestricted indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract. The initial contract period is two years with [.]

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USFCR

JULY 22, 2024

In federal contracting, efficient and flexible procurement processes are essential. Understanding BPAs can offer businesses significant advantages in navigating government contracts. Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) are a key tool that helps achieve these goals.

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USFCR

JULY 19, 2024

Efficient procurement is essential in federal contracting. One key tool that ensures this efficiency is the National Stock Number (NSN). By understanding NSNs, businesses can streamline their procurement processes and gain a competitive edge in federal contracts. What Are National Stock Numbers (NSNs)?

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Need to bid on federal contracts or receive federal grants? Key Takeaways Successful SAM registration is crucial for entities aiming to secure federal contracts and financial assistance, providing eligibility for programs like SBIR, STTR, and OTA grants. Start by registering in SAM.

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USFCR

AUGUST 12, 2024

Task Order Contracts (TOCs) offer the flexibility needed to handle these projects efficiently. These contracts allow government agencies to issue specific task orders under a broader contract, ensuring that each phase of the project is clearly defined and effectively managed.

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ExecutiveBiz

DECEMBER 18, 2023

million cost-sharing contract to participate in NASA's Hybrid Thermally Efficient Core turbofan engine project. The agency announced Friday that GE Aerospace will cover at least half of the cost of HyTEC's Phase 2 Integrated Core Technology Demonstration program for the duration of the contract, which takes effect Feb.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

In today’s fast-paced and budget-conscious public sector environment, efficient procurement practices are more crucial than ever. Cooperative purchasing lets organizations purchase goods and services through contracts already competitively solicited and awarded by a lead agency. What is Cooperative Purchasing?

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USFCR

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Federal Contract Proposal Writing Techniques, Strategies, and Templates Federal contract proposal writing doesn't have to be complicated. The process can become manageable and efficient by using the right techniques, strategies, and templates.

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Select GCR

MARCH 4, 2025

How do I get government contracts? Key Takeaways Government contracts offer significant growth opportunities for small businesses, with federal agencies allocating at least 23% of contracting dollars to small businesses annually. Annually, at least 23% of contracting dollars are specifically allocated to small businesses.

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FedScoop

MAY 28, 2024

A total of 95 entities — 31 large businesses and 64 small businesses — received awards under the sequel to the Information Technology Supplies and Support Services contract, also known as ITSSS, the agency said in an update on SAM.gov. The new agreement will serve as the primary vehicle for the agency’s IT services for the next eight years.

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Plans for a next-generation governmentwide travel and expense management platform are coming into focus, following a recent contract award central to its day-to-day operations. Under this contract, IBM will cover planning, authorizing, booking and vouchering for travel expenses for ETSNext.

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Federal News Network

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Federal Monthly Insights — Contract Management Modernization — 09/10/2024 [link] Download audio Defense contractors aren’t the only ones preparing for the launch of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0. “So really reducing that need for manual intervention or for a contracting officer to make that award decision.

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GovCon Wire

APRIL 8, 2024

For the past 20-plus years, Jason Adolf has helped government agencies identify and implement technologies that help them modernize for the present and the future. As vice president for global public sector at Appian, he works closely with defense and civilian agencies as well as state and local government and education institutions to help them

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Mexico City has devised an efficient, participatory, and transparent approach to seek input from potential suppliers and the public on draft contracting documents before a formal call to tender is announced. Mexico City is proving that big plans lead to better results when citizens and businesses are part of the process.

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ExecutiveBiz

JANUARY 31, 2024

ICF will modernize the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid’s kidney dialysis data reporting system under a potential three-year, $33 million recompete contract from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

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FedScoop

JANUARY 17, 2025

GSAs IT Vendor Management Office is set to provide resources for agencies to maximize benefits from this agreement and hands-on support for agencies through contract review service to support individual requests for acquisition implementation strategies. This alignment is a critical step toward greater efficiency and security.

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ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Cubic 's defense arm has secured a contract from Science Applications International Corp. The company said Monday it will design, develop and deliver full-duplex data terminals using the Bandwidth-Efficient Common Data Link technology to support SAIC's engineering work for the Army's hardware-in-the-loop simulation effort.

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 26, 2024

That said, not having a full year appropriation does hurt our contracting and our defense industrial base across the board. Individuals associated with the proposed Commission on Government Efficiency will quickly learn what Congress already knows. I’ll give you a couple of examples of where it actually really matters.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Public safety for these events isn’t just about preventing incidents—it’s also about ensuring that events operate efficiently while keeping attendees comfortable and secure. It’s important to have a robust system in place to control access while ensuring that staff and attendees can move freely and efficiently.

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FedScoop

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The project is expected to take about two years, and the agency will award a contract to a vendor for most of the work. Modern, cloud-based systems will improve transparency, be more user friendly and provide more efficient service, the spokesperson said.

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American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

These challenges underscored the need for a more efficient and streamlined procurement system, allowing the county to better serve its departments and ultimately its residents. Cost Savings: By leveraging the industry-leading pricing available through OMNIA Partners’ publicly awarded contracts, Polk County achieved significant cost savings.

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Navigating the federal contracting landscape can be a daunting experience for small businesses. Bureaucratic hurdles Federal agencies, under increasing pressure to modernize and improve operational efficiency, often find themselves constrained by the very procurement systems meant to streamline the process.

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Select GCR

MAY 7, 2024

Trying to figure out how to get a government contract? This no-nonsense guide walks you through the contracting process, from initial eligibility to bidding, and ultimately enables your small business to win contracts available every fiscal year. You’re in the right place!

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 12, 2024

When the Office of Federal Procurement Policy launched its Better Contracting Initiative in November 2023, leaders promised this time would be different when it came to developing enterprisewide software licenses. The General Services Administration is about to deliver on that promise. GSAs optimism for this time is based on several factors.

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Inter-American Development Bank

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Smart public procurement refers to making optimal decisions to minimize waste and enhance the quality, efficiency and sustainability of public spending when purchasing and contracting goods, works and services. Better contracts and processes, for example, could reduce the risk of delays, quality problems or unexpected costs.

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FedScoop

APRIL 2, 2024

NASA, the Defense Department and the General Services Administration have joined together to issue a final rule that tweaks federal acquisition regulations to more efficiently address information and supply chain security, according to a posting on the Federal Register.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Leverage Group Purchasing and Cooperative Contracts for Cost Efficiency One of the most effective ways to streamline procurement is by using group/cooperative purchasing contracts. For instance, instead of conducting lengthy RFP processes, your team can access ready-made contracts with industry leading suppliers.

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Whistleblower Network News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The alleged misconduct dates back to 2011 when Siemens entered a contract with the Hamtramck Housing Commission, a HUD-funded public housing authority in Hamtramck, Michigan, to install energy efficiency improvement measures at public housing facilities. government.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

In his article “ The Future of Public Infrastructure is Digital “, Bill Gates envisions a world where infrastructure is smarter, more efficient, and digitally integrated. Foster sustainability by prioritizing green and energy-efficient technologies.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Procurement analytics is quickly becoming a core practice for efficient operations and effective sourcing in today’s rapidly changing business environment. contract compliance, procurement cycle efficiency). Prior purchase data is also used for demand forecasting improving resource management and operational efficiency.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 14, 2025

The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (the Coalition) continues to collect recommendations for the Government Procurement Efficiency List (GPEL). In turn, this transparency would empower the VA to make sound, data driven decisions regarding contract structure to enhance greater value for veterans and the American people.

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