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The nexus between data management tools, transparency and procurement policy

Federal News Network

Data management tools, like pricing algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI), are playing an ever-larger role in Federal procurement as agencies look to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and improve contract outcomes. Such access is in the public interest because it promotes efficiency and realism.

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The Nexus Between Data Management Tools, Transparency and Procurement Policy

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Data management tools, like pricing algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI), are playing an ever-larger role in Federal procurement as agencies look to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and improve contract outcomes. Such access is in the public interest because it promotes efficiency and realism.

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Friday Flash 08/16/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

He began with the Government Accountability Office before serving as Chief Counsel to the then-GSA Board of Contract Appeals. final rule (which is still pending), DoD program offices and requiring activities will determine whether to use clause DFARS 252.204-7021 in contracts and solicitations. Tom also was Counsel to the U.S.

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A Brief Primer on the Impact of a Federal Government Shutdown

Government Contracts Legal Forum

federal government contracts signed every year and they may be impacted by a shutdown. What is the Impact on Federal Government Contracting? The issues that contractors would face under a government shutdown may vary with the circumstances of individual contracts, but there are a number of common considerations.

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An In-Depth Examination of Inflation Relief for a Government Contractor

Procurement Notes

Jay Blindauer A contractor takes on a Government contract to make money, and inflation is getting in the way. With inflation eroding value for this long, a Government contractor may need to obtain contract relief. Obviously, contract type matters. Fixed-price contracts are the most vulnerable.

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Friday Flash 06/07/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Questions remain about vertical and horizontal contract duplication arising from the ASCEND BPA acquisition strategy. The purpose is to improve agencies’ ability to access data and information from across the government throughout the contracting process.

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Friday Flash 02/09/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Of note, the bills would require the NIST guidance to include standards by which a supplier would have to attest compliance in order to be eligible for a federal artificial intelligence contract award. A failure to do so could render the vendor ineligible to receive artificial intelligence-related contract awards.