The Procurement School

JULY 16, 2024

But first a definition of efficiency. For a more complete description of Contract Management process click here Clear Language Clear and precise contract terms and conditions are important in contract management. A mutually agreed steel price index was found and a percentage price increase was negotiated based on the steel price.

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

We think if we replace that language with best value, it’s clear, it’s easier to train, it’s easier to explain, and, more important, it’s consistent with the direction Congress has given and consistent with what we’re trying to do with the acquisition system.”

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

However, it is important to recognize that solicitation tools are distinct from procurement methods. It is important to note that Shopping refers to the procurement method , while the solicitation tool employed in this method is the Request for Quotations (RFQ).

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Federal News Network

MARCH 20, 2024

An issue of costly importance to every agency recently came up in Federal Circuit Court. Interview Transcript: Tom Temin And I guess this is an important principle, even though it’s a fairly routine case. And procurement contract has specific definitions under the Contract Disputes Act. Tell us who was involved here.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 13, 2024

To Cózar, understanding this concept of disruption is of utmost importance since this will guide the scope of the dispute. Clients see value in AI replacing routine tasks but are skeptical of using it in high-level work, such as in M&A negotiations.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

program requirements proposed at 32 CFR part 170; Add definitions for controlled unclassified information (CUI) and DoD unique identifier (DoD UID) to the subpart; Establish a solicitation provision and prescription; and Revise the existing clause language and prescription. Ultimately, the Court denied the government’s motion to dismiss.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

After several months of negotiations and two Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to try and resolve the problems, the contract was terminated by MOPC in February 2020. Finally, the tribunal explained that a provisional measure, by definition, requires a party to do or not to do something, even against its will.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. 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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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A discussion between economist Gustavo Franco (former President of the Brazilian Central Bank) and arbitrator Maurício Almeida Prado (MAP Negotiation and Arbitration, Partner) ensued, dealing with “Business Contracts and Dispute Resolution in Times of Instability,” particularly in the Brazilian context. Westinghouse (1984) and Gasum v.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 15, 2024

In line with the definition in Article 1(2) of the ECT, states in their one-year “withdrawal period” under Article 47(2) of the ECT also count as contracting parties for these purposes. Indeed, the ECT’s contracting parties had negotiated a “flexibility mechanism” for the modernized ECT. At the same time, Article 36(1) lit.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

The strategy notes that the standardization efforts will be led by the private sector and emphasized the importance of communication on how these technologies should operate. The related TAA definition can be found here. Amendment Introduced to Make Major TAA Pharma Change Rep. Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Rep. 24-160 (July 16, 2024).

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ivalua

MARCH 15, 2016

He was the kind of guy you would not want to have to negotiate with way back in the day because he did not negotiate. He said he had seen it all in supply base management and had experienced the feeling of victory leaving plenty of blood on the floor in negotiating with suppliers in his day. Process definition is critical.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Proceeds from this year’s tournament directly support two important causes impacting our veterans: Paws for Purple Hearts and The Coalition for Government Procurement Endowed Scholarship Fund at The George Washington University Law School. We encourage you to gather your team of friends and colleagues and secure your spot today!

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

There was a marked preference for arbitration (whether contractual or treaty-based) over other dispute resolution mechanisms such as mediation, direct negotiation, government intervention, and litigation in the host state’s courts. This could be done through new legislation, or a definitive ruling by the Indian Supreme Court.

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

Department of Labor (“DoL”) regulations state that “[a]n important indicator of a business circumstance that is not reasonably foreseeable is that the circumstance is caused by some sudden, dramatic, and unexpected action or condition outside the employer’s control.” [70] 30] , [31] That is significantly less than the high water mark of 5.3%

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The proposed regulations are further explained and summarized below: Key Definitions: Certain terms are broadly defined and capture large segments of the U.S. Below are definitions for four key terms that illustrate the scope of the Proposed Rule. cloud computing sector. bare-metal servers”). IaaS products and any of their U.S.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Labor costs for which a definitive union agreement exists’);]” (9) “Allocate that part of the contract price subject to adjustment to specific periods of time (e.g., 86] Perhaps most important, “[t]he authority conferred by Pub. As Guideline No. quarterly, semiannually, etc.) Arguably, Mr. Tenaglia’s May 25, 2022 memo.

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ivalua

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Although there is no clear consensus on its definition, this experience is usually understood to be how a user feels about an interactive tool linked to a product or service. Why is this important? . The user experience is therefore a key component of the customer experience. But what does it cover?

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Treatment of dual nationals under the BIT The BIT contains a definition of “investor” that includes natural or legal persons who hold the nationality of any of the contracting parties (BIT, art. Therefore, under international investment agreements, all the possible sources of jurisdiction are in control of the states, not the investors.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

The guide provides an overview of UFDUR, important definitions and terms, and tips on how to navigate the report. Thinh Ha, Industry Liaison with the Defense Health Agency’s (DHA) Pharmaceutical Operations Division, also provided the latest “go-by” guide for industry representatives that are new to the DoD sector.

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Procurement Notes

JUNE 5, 2021

18] On this point, it is important to remember that the dollar thresholds for the SCA (in excess of $2,500), [19] the DBA (in excess of $2,000), [20] and the Order-imposed threshold for the FLSA (presently in excess of $10,000) [21] do not apply at the subcontract level. [22] FAR 22.401 (definitions of Apprentice and Trainee ); 79 Fed.

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Procurement Notes

JUNE 15, 2021

Since a disappointed offeror only has three days to timely make a written request for a required debriefing, it is important to know when the three-day period begins to run. 15] Not For All Procurements Just as important as knowing how to get a required debriefing is discerning what is not a required debriefing. 3703 , 10 U.S.C.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms. Emphasis added.) See Section 2.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Competition and industrial base are important to the vitality of the procurement system. The proposed rule also adds new FAR definitions and expands others. That data driven analysis cannot solely focus on price, but needs to include an analysis of the key terms and conditions that drive best value.

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Procurement Notes

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

57] Therefore, unless an in-place collective bargaining agreement already grants to the employer the unilateral right to impose a vaccination requirement, the NLRA generally requires that a union is given notice of any proposed changes, and an opportunity to negotiate. have an important common feature. Not so with a vaccine.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 13, 2021

ENSURING ADEQUATE COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (OCT 2021) (DEVIATION) (a) Definition. But, what if the procuring Agency unilaterally imposes the deviation clause, without economic adjustment, without negotiation, and when the Agency issues a unilateral mod., Here is what the clause says. Still enforceable?

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FedScoop

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Suzanne Bonamici is no stranger to high-level, bipartisan tech discussions on Capitol Hill, having assisted in the negotiation and passage of the CHIPS and Science Act and co-founded the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics Caucus. Expanding opportunities for small industries is going to be really important.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The four priorities of the BCI include: Leveraging Data Across Federal Agencies to Get Lower Prices and Better Terms; Negotiating Common Enterprise-Wide Software Licenses; Saving Money and Avoiding Waste by Getting Contract Requirements Right the First Time; and Getting Better Value from Sole Source and Other High-Risk Contracts.

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