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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Engaging with government contracting officers is a crucial step for small businesses looking to explore upcoming opportunities in government contracting for 2024. To effectively communicate with a contracting officer and position your small business, consider the following 10 steps: 1.

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GovSpend

JUNE 20, 2024

Were you aware that in FY 23, a substantial $6.23B, accounting for 8% of total federal contracts, was allocated to Small Business Innovation Research (SBIRs) and Small Business Technology Transfers (STTRs), benefiting 3,230 businesses ? Interestingly, DHS and HHS have experienced a notable increase in their utilization of these programs.

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ExecutiveBiz

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Leidos will develop four Medium Range Air Defense Radar prototype systems under a two-year, $32 million contract awarded by the Marine Corps System Command through the Consortium Management Group.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Palantir Technologies has booked a potential three-year, $250 million contract from the U.S. Army for artificial intelligence and machine learning-related work.

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Government Contracts

JANUARY 24, 2024

Nearly three months after Danish energy company Orsted backed out of its project to build a wind farm off the New Jersey coast, the state's utility regulator has approved two new offshore wind projects expected to bring over 3,700 megawatts of wind energy to power almost 2 million homes.

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Government Contracts

AUGUST 6, 2024

raised inapplicable defenses to an environmental cleanup lawsuit by misconstruing an earlier consent decree as a "contract" the government could breach as the utility remediated an abandoned New Haven power plant. The Connecticut Attorney General's Office has told a state court that The United Illuminating Co.,

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Government Contracts

JANUARY 4, 2024

The board overseeing Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority's reorganization is urging a federal judge to allow the utility to ditch its collective bargaining agreements with workers as well as pension obligations, saying the company has no way of making up the purported $1 billion payment shortfall in the current retirement plan.

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WashngtonExec

DECEMBER 3, 2023

A subsidiary of General Motors, GM Defense LLC, won a 10-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity full-rate production contract with the State Department to deliver next-generation heavy-duty armored sport utility vehicles for the Diplomatic Security Service.

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Government Contracts

OCTOBER 21, 2024

unit's responsibility or lack thereof for cleaning up contaminated former power plant hinges on whether a partial consent order from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, or DEEP, is legally a contract, a state court judge signaled Monday. An Avangrid Inc.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 10, 2024

This guide breaks down the crucial steps: identifying contracting opportunities, understanding procurement processes, and building relationships with government buyers. Dive in to learn strategies that can help you secure lucrative government contracts. Want to start selling to governments but dont know where to begin?

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SmallGovCon

JANUARY 20, 2025

Current FAR 9.506 simply commands contracting officers to review OCIs, but with little guidance for agencies. The rule will note that “Incumbent contractors may have a natural advantage that is not unfair when competing for follow-on contracts because of knowledge and expertise developed during contract performance.”

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SmallGovCon

APRIL 30, 2024

However, this arguably didn’t apply to contract opportunity notices. Congress is now looking at making sure that omission changes with the proposed “Plain Language in Contracting” Act, at least with regards to small business set-asides. 7987 , the “Plain Language in Contracting Act.” We explore this more in depth in this post.

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Navigating the federal contracting landscape can be a daunting experience for small businesses. This approach would ensure that small businesses are given a fair chance to compete and that their flexibility can be utilized to meet specific needs more effectively.

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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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GovSpend

MARCH 19, 2024

So how did our Women Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) do in FY 23 specifically in federal government contracting? While total federal contract awards reached an all time high of $775B in FY 23, only 3.2% Interestingly, 1,537 of the WOSBs were first-timers winning contracts! or $25.49B was awarded to 13,707 businesses.

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GovCon Wire

MAY 16, 2024

The Department of Transportation has awarded six companies positions on a potential five-year, $600 million multiple award task order contract to support highway, bridge and road construction projects in Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park and surrounding areas.

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SmallGovCon

MARCH 26, 2025

But when they are used they can be a powerful tool to keep contracting dollars intended for small businesses to stay with small businesses. If you want to keep an award, be sure that you, or a similarly situated subcontractor, will be performing the primary and vital parts of the contract and that you can support that assertion with evidence.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Key Takeaways Prime contractors, central to federal contracts, manage and ensure compliance with government projects, hiring subcontractors and overseeing all aspects from start to finish. Definition of Prime Contractor A prime contractor refers to an entity that receives a government contract to oversee and carry out a project.

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Redstone Government Consulting

JANUARY 8, 2025

While the cost principle is titled Rental Costs, it addresses the cost of renting and leasing real and personal property utilized in the performance of US Government procurement contracts and subcontracts.

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Select GCR

MARCH 11, 2025

Key Takeaways Women-owned business certification enhances access to federal contracts, improves credibility, and facilitates valuable networking opportunities. In summary, women-owned business certification is a powerful tool that can transform your business landscape by providing federal contracts and enhancing credibility.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Knexus has secured a five-year contract from the Defense Logistics Agency for the delivery of generative AI services built on Google Cloud AI models. 16 the indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract is intended to boost the agency’s operational efficiency. The company said on Oct.

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GovCon Wire

AUGUST 9, 2024

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) has secured a potential five-year, $191 million contract from the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency to deliver services that facilitate online, on-demand access of users to GEOINT data and products to meet mission requirements.

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SmallGovCon

AUGUST 15, 2024

One of the most popular programs in small business federal contracting seems to be the SBA’s Mentor-Protege Program. It is generally a great program for small businesses to utilize the resources and knowledge of a larger or more experienced business to grow. Contractors can utilize this template to work on their MPA.

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ExecutiveBiz

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Carahsoft Technology has agreed to utilize its reseller network and government procurement vehicles to offer CodeLock 's compliance, accountability and security software to government and public sector customers.

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ExecutiveBiz

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Raft, a defense technology company offering artificial intelligence, machine learning and data services, has booked a $600,000 contract to develop innovations for the Space Rapid Capabilities Office with the goal of strengthening national security.

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ExecutiveBiz

AUGUST 2, 2024

million contract from the U.S. The SES subsidiary said Wednesday it was awarded a multi-year contract to deliver end-to-end Geostationary Ku-band satellite services to the Air Combat Command. The managed service will be utilized by ACC’s remotely piloted aircraft, […] Air Force to provide satellite services.

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ExecutiveBiz

APRIL 22, 2024

Conti Federal Services has won a $63 million firm-fixed-price contract from the U.S. The Orlando, Florida-based construction and engineering company will also build airfield apron, site features, utilities and infrastructure, the Department of Defense said Thursday.

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ExecutiveBiz

JANUARY 2, 2024

NASA plans to award Jacobs a six-month contract extension to continue providing maintenance, operations and engineering support services at Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia.

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Select GCR

JANUARY 14, 2025

Small business enterprise certification, particularly MWBE certification, helps minority and women-owned businesses secure government contracts and receive valuable support. Key Takeaways MWBE certification enhances business opportunities for minority and women-owned enterprises by prioritizing them in government contract procurement.

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Redstone Government Consulting

AUGUST 14, 2024

The same is true for small businesses in the government contracting sector. However, some people fail to realize the importance of each report and do not really understand how to utilize them to their full potential. QuickBooks Online is one of the most used accounting software for small to medium-sized businesses.

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ExecutiveBiz

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

CACI has adopted the National Contract Management Association’s standard for hiring, training and developing its contract management professionals to ensure alignment with federal standards. The company said Monday the move underscores its commitment to advancing career opportunities and utilizing standardized industry language.

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ExecutiveBiz

AUGUST 5, 2024

Austal USA has secured a contract modification to add two landing craft utility 1700-class vessels to the three LCUs that the service initially ordered in September 2023, bringing the procurement’s value up by nearly $55 million. The contract provides options for up to 12 vessels, with a potential total value of $379.7

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USFCR

JANUARY 14, 2025

The Federal Viper Program offers an unprecedented opportunity for businesses to step in and make a difference while securing lucrative federal contracts. The Federal Viper Program is a specialized initiative aimed at simplifying the contracting process for wildfire relief efforts. What Is the Federal Viper Program?

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Government Contracts

JUNE 28, 2024

Civilian Board of Contract Appeals that provide interesting takeaways about the nuances of motion practice utilized by the government to dispose of cases brought under the Contract Disputes Act prior to substantive litigation Stephanie Magnell and Bret Marfut at Seyfarth examine three recent decisions from the U.S.

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ExecutiveBiz

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

A Thales subsidiary has received a contract from the Defense Innovation Unit to prototype a family of advanced standard batteries designed to simplify logistical and network operations. Under the contract, Thales Defense & Security Inc.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

By offering access to a broad portfolio of contracts with industry leading suppliers, OMNIA Partners helps procurement professionals streamline their sourcing process and ensures they’re working with trusted suppliers who meet high standards.

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The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 22, 2024

Introduction The procurement legal frameworks, guidelines, and manuals in many countries, especially in developing nations, often lack comprehensive policies and procedures for contract administration. Addressing Neglected Areas The monitoring of contracts for goods and services has been neglected, necessitating practical solutions.

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