The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Procurement decisions may also be influenced by emergencies, such as the need for the prompt delivery of goods and services to address disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes. The level of competition in the market can also influence the choice of procurement method. What is a Solicitation Tool?

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Procurement Competitive Bidding Bidding Supplier 105

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. Public sector professionals must responsibly procure goods and service contracts on behalf of the taxpayer.

Participation 52

Participation Procurement Strategies Procurement Buyers 52

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In April we published the Annual report on procurement activity in Scotland for 21-22, which highlights how we performed against our Procurement Strategy, how we delivered procurement policy and capability throughout the Scottish public sector. They show that the 16 billion of public procurement spend, we generated 13.8

Public Procurement 48

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement 48

FedScoop

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

It will give us the opportunity to have subject matter experts on hand without waiting for the hiring or contracting process, which means we can start right away in solving the challenge and continuing to provide outstanding customer service to those we serve.” Interested parties can apply via USAJobs.gov or through the USDA DS website.

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Procurement Strategies Procurement Participation Contract 117

The Procurement School

JANUARY 12, 2023

Look for trends, where the organization is buying similar commodities through independent solicitations or direct awards and entering discrete contracts and purchase orders for each. Also consider any long-term contracts that may not have been competed for some time (e.g. legacy computer system support).

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Procurement Strategies Procurement Strategic Planning Supply Chain 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Inflationary pressures can cause frustration levels among suppliers due to increased costs or reduced demand from customers, particularly when it comes to repeated orders or fixed pricing contracts. This could include negotiating more favorable terms with suppliers or renegotiating existing contracts to ensure that prices remain competitive.

Price 105

Price Supply Chain Supplier Procurement Team 105

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.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Strategic Planning Balance 52

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The Defense Department is increasingly turning to Other Transaction Authority contracts (OTAs) as a mechanism to fund research and development projects. I tell people that when you are going to decide to work in the OT world, you want to be omnipresent,” said Stephanie Wilson, the Army Contracting Command’s contracting officer.

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Procurement Strategies Balance Procurement Contract 99

Tracker Intelligence

JULY 20, 2022

In the UK, the government spends around £284 billion on public sector contracts every year. With so much money in play, it should be unsurprising that government procurement attracts so much interest. Even big names like Amazon, Dell, and Apple hold government contracts in England. What is Government Contracting?

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Innovation Procurement Government 52

Scottish Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2024

We, the Scottish Government, provide contracts and frameworks which are used across the public sector, contributing to the economy and providing savings. Over £145 million of savings were made through our contracts. billion through these national contracts and frameworks. billion through these national contracts and frameworks.

Procurement 70

Procurement Government Government Public Procurement 70

ivalua

JUNE 24, 2020

Leveraging the pre-packaged s olution financial services customers are empowered to: Ensure regulatory and policy compliance at the supplier and contract level. Digitization has been an integral part of our procurement strategy. Effectively manage third party risk with 360 degree visibility, including subcontractor exposure.

Management 98

Management Supplier Category Management Procurement Strategies 98

Federal News Network

APRIL 15, 2024

CYBERCOM is also leaning on DoD’s Adaptive Acquisition Framework to tailor its procurement strategies for the cyber domain. “We are committed through what our lab is doing and through our teams of professionals and then through our partnerships with folks like DIU to growing that innovation at the command,” Maggiulli said.

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Integration Integrity Procurement Strategies Procurement 122

Public Contracting Institute

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These federal initiatives give veterans a strategic advantage in the competitive arena of government contracting. Set-aside programs are designed to ensure these businesses have a fair competitive edge in federal contracting. Certification as a veteran-owned business is a gateway to exclusive contracting opportunities.

Contract 52

Contract E-procurement Government Contracts Procurement Strategies 52

Federal News Network

JUNE 24, 2024

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. The potential is enormous. Moreover, there is precedent for it.

Transparency 90

Transparency Data Procurement Management 90

Scottish Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Whilst the Independent Review looks back at the past 20 years, we are always looking to the future to drive forward the power of procurement. Earlier this year in April, we published the first-ever Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland.

Sustainability 85

Sustainability Procurement Supplier Public Procurement 85

GovSpend

AUGUST 2, 2024

With this partnership, we seek to augment the value we independently deliver to federal contractors, giving our customers a new and distinct advantage in winning more government contracts. “Teaming up with GovSpend allows us to offer our clients a more holistic, data-driven approach to government procurement.

Market Analysis 59

Market Analysis Procurement Strategies Consulting Procurement 59

Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate’s National Collaborative Procurement Division (NCPD) administers the Scottish national collaborative frameworks and contracts for the whole of the Scottish Public Sector, as well as agreements that can be accessed by central government organisations of the Scottish Government.

Collaboration 67

Collaboration E-catalogue Framework Agreement E-procurement 67

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Broadly, procurement analytics can be classified into three categories: Descriptive Analytics: Analyzes historical data to understand past procurement performance (e.g. contract compliance, procurement cycle efficiency). By identifying potential risks, procurement teams can proactively address vulnerabilities.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Procurement Data Supply Chain 52

VWV

OCTOBER 15, 2024

With the Procurement Act 2023 now set to come into force on 24 February 2025, contracting authorities have been given an additional four-month extension to prepare. The Ministerial Statement highlighted that the extension aims to facilitate a smoother transition for both contracting authorities and suppliers. Where are we now?

Procurement 52

Procurement Supplier Tender Procurement Strategies 52

ivalua

MARCH 31, 2020

Key findings include: 97% of advanced procurement departments say procurement strategy is well aligned with overall business strategy versus only 14% of beginners. 51% of advanced procurement departments measure performance weekly or biweekly, versus only 26% of beginners.

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Procurement Team Procurement Supply Chain Supplier 18

Discussions & Clarifications

JUNE 16, 2023

Recently, Cherissa Tamayori, Director of Acquisition and Senior Contracting Official for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), joined U.S. Recently, Cherissa Tamayori, Director of Acquisition and Senior Contracting Official for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), joined U.S.

Procurement Strategies 40

Procurement Strategies Innovation Procurement Contract 40

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 31, 2024

What’s next for interagency contracting? Day Two – Healthcare VA Acquisition Leadership Healthcare Customer Agencies DHA Pharmaceutical Programs VA MSPV Distribution Contracts VA and IHS Pharmacy Programs VA Medical/Surgical Supply BPAs DLA MSPV and ECAT Programs View the full day two agenda here. James Peake , M.D.,

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Logistics Budget Procurement 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

What’s next for interagency contracting? Amazon Web Services – Platinum Sponsor of the Fall Training Conference Whose contract is it anyway? What’s next for the budget and Federal market? What’s next for artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and cloud? What’s next for GSA’s Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Program?

Logistics 52

Logistics E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 5, 2024

We want to enable one billion people to live in more equitable, prosperous and sustainable communities by 2030 by improving US$2 trillion in public procurement spending. Our world runs on public contracts. Public procurement covers $13 trillion of spending every year, one in every three dollars spent by our governments.

Procurement 89

Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Sustainability 89

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 21, 2024

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. The potential is enormous. Moreover, there is precedent for it.

Transparency 64

Transparency Data Procurement Management 64

The Procurement School

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

These steps may not apply to every procurement but once completed they will inform the procurement strategy which then leads to development of procurement document. Needs analysis ensures an accurate understanding of the goods / services being procured. which provides a high level procurement overview.

Procurement 52

Procurement Bidder Procurement Strategies Evaluation 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Social value is a transformative approach shaping how public contracts are awarded and executed. Let us have a closer look at how social value is revolutionising procurement and paving the way for meaningful community impact and environmental benefits. This is why government agencies are setting sustainability targets for suppliers.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 1, 2024

Efficiency Streamlines processes with smart contracts, reducing bureaucracy and paperwork. Transforming Public Procurement with Blockchain Blockchain’s decentralized ledger technology has the potential to dramatically improve the public procurement process.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Transparency Integrity Integration 52

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

The DHHS team knew a traditional procurement strategy would be too slow to deliver the new system on time. National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) Value Point Cloud Solutions contract – Under this purchasing agreement, state governments can purchase cloud services to establish their own infrastructure.

Innovation 72

Innovation Procurement Professional Services Purchasing 72

The Procurement School

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Key Contributions of Certified Procurement Professionals Certified procurement professionals significantly improve supply chain operations. Their training and certification equip them to develop and execute procurement strategies that align with organizational objectives. Ready to leap?

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Efficiency Procurement Management 52

VWV

JUNE 15, 2021

The National Procurement Policy Statement this month applies to all contracting authorities who are subject to the procurement rules. Although it applies with immediate effect, it has been introduced to underpin the new procurement regime. What Does the National Procurement Policy Statement Say?

Public Procurement 40

Public Procurement Procurement Procurement Team Procurement Strategies 40

American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

How VMI Transforms Procurement Vendor Managed Inventory is about much more than having parts on hand. It’s a procurement strategy that saves time, reduces operational costs, and increases overall productivity. For agencies facing labor shortages or limited resources, VMI can be a game-changer.

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Vendor Management Inventory Management Inventory Management 58

Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Bribery This involves special consideration or support for certain candidates during contract negotiation or supplier evaluation in return for illicit payments or other incentives. Influence Peddling This is the practice of granting contracts to a certain supplier in return for compensation, such as special incentives or discounts.

Ethics 52

Ethics Import Procurement Supply Chain 52

American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

Finding the Best Route for Your District Before pursuing any option, there are some questions you should consider: What are my district’s rules for “piggybacking” contracts and cooperative purchasing agreements? How many students are we expecting to transport under this contract?

Transportation 52

Transportation Transportation Procurement Education 52

Scottish Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In our analysis of recommendations from major digital reviews we have found three distinct themes relating to procurement and contract management.

Procurement 44

Procurement Tender Public Procurement Contract Management 44

Scottish Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2024

We, the Scottish Government, provide contracts and frameworks which are used across the public sector, contributing to the economy and providing savings. Over £145 million of savings were made through our contracts. billion through these national contracts and frameworks. billion through these national contracts and frameworks.

Procurement 40

Procurement Government Government Public Procurement 40

Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

As part of Scot Climate Week 2023 , we hear from some members of the Public Procurement Group (PPG) on how their organisations are embedding climate action in their procurement activities.

Supply Chain 70

Supply Chain Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability 70