ExecutiveBiz

DECEMBER 20, 2024

LMI has won a Defense Logistics Agency contract to provide support services for DLAs Acquisition Modernization Technology Research, or AMTR, program.

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Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 24, 2025

10 years ago, we launched the Open Contracting Partnership from a single desk in snowy Washington DC with the grand ambition to transform public procurement, the world’s largest marketplace. We were never just after a bit more transparency though, we wanted to transform how procurement is done.

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VWV

AUGUST 2, 2024

A key change in the new Procurement Act is the enhanced transparency regime. One of the most significant changes in the new Procurement Act is the transparency regime. For more detailed advice on how the new transparency regime will apply to your procurements, please get in touch at srickard@vwv.co.uk.

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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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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. Coalition members generally support the use of these new data management technologies.

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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. There are several benefits to this transparent discussion. It all starts with procurement.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Government expenditure through public procurement is essential since it ensures that there are contracts available to be bid in a fair, open, and competitive manner. A transparent approach lowers procurement risk, prevents corruption, and fosters confidence between suppliers and public sector organisations.

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VWV

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Procurement Act 2023 (the Act) introduces a range of reforms aimed at simplifying and enhancing transparency in the procurement process, which should be good news for suppliers. Suppliers may remain on this list for up to 5 years and will be unable to bid for public contracts during that time.

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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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VWV

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Consilidation The Procurement Act 2023 will be a consolidation of: Public Contracts Regulations 2015 Concession Contracts Regulations 2016 Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011 but will need to be read alongside the The Procurement Regulations 2024 and the National Procurement Policy Statement 1.

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Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Malaysia must set out clear principles for all public procurement procedures in a single piece of overarching legislation and create a robust and comprehensive public procurement law rooted in open contracting principles – putting transparency, competition, and efficiency at the forefront.

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Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

The project was supported by OCP’s Lift impact accelerator , helping to integrate open contracting principles firmly in the solicitation process. The post Wheelie good procurement: How Mexico City halved costs and improved its bike share scheme appeared first on Open Contracting Partnership. And read the full story here.

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Government Contracts & Global Trade

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Since the passage of the Elections Transparency Act in 2023, New Jersey companies and their key executives need to be aware of requirements when contracting with government and the new rules which govern Independent Expenditure Committees, especially in terms of disclosure and coordination with candidates and candidate committees.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

While it aligns with Liberia’s approach, the Model Law places greater emphasis on transparency, the documentation of justification for using restricted bidding, and minimizing disruptions to competition. These methods may include Shopping , Limited Competitive Bidding , Force Account , or Direct Contracting.

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Public Contracting Institute

APRIL 1, 2024

In the era of digital transformation, blockchain technology emerges as a beacon of hope for enhancing transparency and integrity in public procurements. By leveraging blockchain’s capabilities, these entities can significantly mitigate corruption risks, streamline operations, and foster a more transparent procurement environment.

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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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Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Transparency International UK (TI-UK) just dropped a damning report on the UK’s pandemic-era procurement of PPE. It was even worse than we thought: Massive Spending: The UK government handed out a staggering £48 billion in Covid-related contracts across 400 public bodies and 5,000 deals. These were all strategies available to the UK.

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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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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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SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

This week has been busy in the federal government contracting world with multiple developments highlighting key areas of government procurement, spending transparency, and small business support. Happy Friday the 13th! We hope you have a good week. Have a great weekend and be careful out there today on Friday the 13th!

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 17, 2024

On January 30, 2024, the FAR Council issued a proposed rule entitled “Pay Equity and Transparency in Federal Contracting” (“Proposed Rule”). Chamber Submits Comments on the FAR Council’s Proposed Rule Regarding Pay Transparency appeared first on Government Contracts Legal Forum. We would like to thank Cherie J.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Open contracting approach : Uganda’s Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) worked collaboratively with civil society and a development partner, the German Development Agency GIZ to build a digital contract monitoring system. With the Contract Monitoring System, all of this can happen within a day.”

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SmallGovCon

MAY 2, 2024

Specifically, the scorecard is used to assess “how well federal agencies reach their small business and socio-economic prime contracting and subcontracting goals,” to “provide accurate and transparent contracting data,” and “report agency-specific progress.” billion, or 5.07% of all federal contracting dollars.

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Open Contracting Partnership

JANUARY 16, 2025

Fortunately, our team is already hard at work helping you make public procurement better for everyone: we kicked off the year supporting reforms in Thailand and sharing how New York City is increasing participation and access to city contracts. We moved from transparency to transformation.

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VWV

DECEMBER 18, 2024

With the Procurement Act 2023 set to go live on 24 February 2025, the Cabinet Office has been releasing guidance notes to help both contracting authorities and suppliers prepare. Separate guidance for contracting authorities in Wales is expected but has not yet been published at the time of writing. details of connected persons).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 14, 2025

The VA has made steady and significant progress in the management and operation of its prime vendor distribution contract and Supply Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPA) for the Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) program. Manual orders increase overall costs, undermine compliance, and limit transparency.

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Art of Procurement

MARCH 3, 2024

The post Transparency is the Antidote for Rising IT Costs appeared first on Art of Procurement. “There is always room for negotiation around IT spend. The worst they can do is say ‘no,’ but at least.

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Redstone Government Consulting

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

The Federal Funding and Accountability Transparency Act (FFATA) requires prime contractors to report their first-tier subcontracts and grant recipients to report their first-tier subawards using the Federal Funding and Accountability Transparency Act Subaward Reporting System website.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

The Role of AI in Procurement AI offers powerful tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in procurement processes. Smart Contracts : Self-executing contracts automate payments and milestones, minimizing delays and disputes.

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Open Contracting Partnership

MARCH 24, 2025

Ksenia Katrych, Director of Ruta Kindergarten The Ruta kindergarten project is included in the Digital Reconstruction Ecosystem for Accountable Management (DREAM) ecosystema platform ensuring transparency, efficiency, and accountability in Ukraines rebuilding efforts.

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Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Japan is the world’s third biggest spender on public contracts at US$788 million. Over the last two years, 21 Japanese cities have been working on opening up their public contracting for better efficiency, oversight and outcomes as part of the G20 Smart Cities Model Policy on Open Contracting (also available in Japanese ).

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Navigating the federal contracting landscape can be a daunting experience for small businesses. However, the process often lacks transparency, and without active enforcement, many small businesses find themselves left out of the equation.

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Capital Edge Consulting

DECEMBER 5, 2024

In government contracting, maintaining a DCAA-approved accounting system is crucial. The Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) enforces strict guidelines to ensure that contractors accounting systems meet the standards required for compliance. Importance of maintaining compliance with DCAA for government contracts.

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Telles.eu

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The European Court of Auditors published yesterday its report on EU public procurement between 2011 and 2021 , looking into the competition for public contracts covered by EU rules.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 26, 2025

And while no one would say government purchasing has exactly become simple in the intervening 10 years, category management and best-in-class contracting have done their share of work toward making things better. The increase in the value of best-in-class contracts over the past four years.

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SmallGovCon

AUGUST 9, 2024

Please enjoy our latest week in review in order to stay on top of federal contracting news. Happy Friday, All. Some interesting stories include Senate efforts to enhance oversight of Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements and address delays in Major Acquisition Programs (MTA). You can read more about these topics in the articles below.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 19, 2023

At 2 am on Saturday morning, the day after the 10th Conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was meant to end in Atlanta, exhausted negotiators finally adopted a resolution on “ Promoting transparency and integrity in public procurement in support of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ”.

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