Federal News Network

OCTOBER 30, 2024

And I think the Columbia class program is one of the ones that has experienced some of those challenges of single or sole source suppliers, folks that typically would have done the types of work that they require for these subs just not being around anymore. So we definitely have that. And so having to really focus on that.

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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 27, 2024

To achieve this it will impose a carbon price on imported goods with the aim of levelling the playing field and ensuring that imported goods are subject to a carbon price that is comparable to that incurred by manufacturers based in the UK. Importers will be able to rely on default values, at least until 2031.

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Consulting Thresholds Price Import 45

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 18, 2023

SCL AI Clauses The SCL AI clauses have a clear commercial orientation and are meant as a starting point for supplier-customer negotiations, which is reflected on the fact that the proposed clauses contain two options: (1) a ‘pro-supplier’ drafting based on off-the-shelf provision, and (2) a ‘pro-customer’ drafting based on a bespoke arrangement.

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Supplier Transparency Negotiation Procurement 74

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 6, 2023

It is thus important to understand the shortcomings inherent to this approach and to the model AI clauses, before assuming that their use will actually ensure the ‘trustworthy, transparent, and accountable development [and deployment] of AI technologies’.

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Buyers E-procurement Transparency Procurement 88

Federal News Network

DECEMBER 6, 2023

For smaller suppliers, selling to DoD still isn’t a walk in the park – but things are getting a little simpler. Prime contractor needs to be able to terminate subcontracts and supplier agreements for convenience as well. And actually the proposed rule had included subcontract definition language in various provisions.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 9, 2023

Public procurement accounts for around 13-20% of global GDP , so it has the potential to be an important tool for governments to promote gender equality. It is currently in the phase of analyzing data and defining the steps to update its supplier registry to be able to identify women-owned companies in its system. 4) Capacity building.

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Public Procurement Participation Procurement Import 52

Tendersinfo

JUNE 4, 2021

As government bids follow a definite procurement process it is important for Bid Managers to meet all the deadlines and eligibility criteria of Government Procurement. Most government institutions have a Supplier Database and it is important to get yourself registered in the respective portals to secure a free and fair chance to bid.

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Bidding Tender Buyers E-procurement 52

The Procurement School

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Those general definitions are great and simple, but questions remain, is collaborative procurement good for my entity? Some collaborative procurement organizations have open memberships that also includes private sector members or suppliers, you should consider how that impacts your decision to participate with that group.

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Collaboration Procurement Purchasing Public Procurement 52

ivalua

JUNE 6, 2022

The simplest definition of quality,” Joe Yacura said, “is whether or not the data meets your requirements.” Whatever suppliers and customers can communicate at the desired level of detail will either allow them to manage their operations and win in the marketplace or not. Supply chains are in a battle for data supremacy.

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Data Procurement Quality Supply Chain 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

So far, it has worked … but there is definitively room for improvement. There definitively is a tendency towards amicable settlement under the DIS Rules, and the provision gives the arbitrators a justification to ask at different times during the proceedings whether there is a chance of a settlement.

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Supply Chain Supplier Balance Participation 52

ivalua

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Nowadays, Procurement practitioners primarily talk about emerging topics like the reduction of scope 3 emissions, supplier-enabled innovation and supply risk management. The ultimate goal is to realize contracted savings and ensure that suppliers ‘perform to contract’. Previously published on Capgemini’s website.

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Supplier End to End Procurement Integration 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Legal Corner: New Year, (Potentially) New Definition for “Subcontract” The Legal Corner provides the legal community with an opportunity to share insights and comments on legal issues of the day. Yes, you read that correctly – there is no single definition for the terms “subcontract” or “subcontractor.” Code and the FAR.

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Sustainability Transportation Transportation Contract 52

Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It also is important to keep in mind that BABA, and by extension, OMB’s Guidance, applies only to infrastructure projects and infrastructure spending – the requirements do not apply to other forms of federal spending, whether through the procurement process, or through other non-infrastructure grant and assistance opportunities.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Procurement Thresholds 52

ivalua

JULY 22, 2020

Also, the guidelines offer a broader definition of outsourcing and bring a special focus on “critical activities”: Outsourced : an authorized entity’s use of a third party to perform activities that which would normally be undertaken by the authorized entity. Contingency plans (alternate supplier or re-internalization plan).

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Supplier Risk Management Management Contract 52

Select GCR

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Key Takeaways WBE certification validates that a business is at least 51% owned, controlled, and operated by women, offering access to supplier diversity programs, government contracts , and enhanced credibility. One of the primary advantages is access to supplier diversity and procurement executives at major U.S.

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Education Supplier Networking Contract 52

Bonfire

MAY 17, 2022

These businesses would include entrepreneurs or businesses with fewer than 50 employees (definition varies per jurisdiction) as well as businesses owned by women or people of color. At what point did diverse suppliers or small suppliers become a priority? At what point did diverse suppliers or small suppliers become a priority?

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Supplier Education Public Private Partnership Procurement Team 52

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Definition of a Proposal for Bid A bid proposal is a detailed document that outlines the scope of work for a project. Request for Proposal (RFP) A Request for Proposal (RFP) is a formal document that asks suppliers to submit comprehensive proposals for a specific project or service.

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Bidding Price Quality Budget 52

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Why did these outsiders want to know about our key strategic suppliers? . It’s also worth pointing out that this is a pretty broad definition of outsourcing. In that brief run-through, which covers just some of the key guidance, one important point may have struck you already. But it seemed a bit of a cheek, really.

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Procurement Supplier Management Buyers 56

ivalua

MARCH 4, 2019

In the rule-based system, for instance, the supplier is typically identified thanks to a regex search on the VAT number in the OCR data of the invoice. However, even with this model the most challenging problem remains the correct identification of the supplier. We wanted a more reliable method to identify the supplier with certainty.

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Data Supplier Engineering Quality 49

ivalua

MARCH 3, 2020

Often, we see suppliers to the enterprise participating in the incubators. On the contrary, Procurement often plays the bad cop role, creating barriers to onboard new and innovative suppliers, asking for endless compliance documents, ending the magic of the incubation. Yet, these initiatives are rarely owned by Procurement.

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Procurement Supplier Collaboration Innovation 72

Federal News Network

APRIL 30, 2024

Non-compete clauses have been an important tool for companies to protect intellectual property and ensure they get treated fairly when employees leave. So this takes away a very, very important attribute for companies to be able to bid and win contracts. You might build up some suppliers for spare parts and components.

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Bidding Professional Services Sustainability Capacity 119

ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

In the rule-based system, for instance, the supplier is typically identified thanks to a regex search on the VAT number in the OCR data of the invoice. However, even with this model the most challenging problem remains the correct identification of the supplier. We wanted a more reliable method to identify the supplier with certainty.

Data 45

Data Supplier Engineering Quality 45

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This in itself has led to inter alia an increase in costs by supplier and Government alike, significant delays, and further discontent in national project delays. And yet, most of the time, they play a subtle yet important role in anyone’s decision making. These are issues inherent in human nature.

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Public Procurement Procurement Tender Evaluation 58

ivalua

MAY 11, 2021

According to PwC’s findings, definitely. Organizations will move away from what he calls “tail spend automation,” in which processes related to managing low-value tenders are automated, freeing up purchasers to focus on strategic suppliers. They may also lack visibility into overall spend, spend categories and suppliers. .

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Risk Management Supply Chain Procurement Management 52

ivalua

MAY 21, 2020

For example, in many organizations, different business units buy similar products from multiple suppliers instead of buying everything from one supplier and benefiting from economies of scale. And we can run security checks on suppliers to make sure we don’t experience a cyber incident with a company that’s under contract.

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Supply Chain E-procurement Leadership Supplier 52

ivalua

MARCH 15, 2016

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. He cautioned us that this was a slippery slope and “You will all need suppliers to save your butt one day, never forget that”. Process definition is critical.

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Supply Chain Supplier Real-time Visibility Negotiation 40

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 20, 2023

However, there are a few things that I would definitely like to mention. It confirms, I think, what we already knew, that Scotland has a long and effective history of supplier engagement and development and that our buyers are motivated by a real desire to support local economies and support the people of Scotland.

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Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability Logistics 63

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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Supply Chain Bidding E-procurement Procurement 52

Bonfire

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In our chat, he shares some important factors agencies should consider when making the call. While the buying organization may see short-term financial benefits from this kind of model, there are definite drawbacks to burdening vendors with eProcurement costs. Let’s take a look at what some of those risks are. .

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Eprocurement Bidder Bidding Influencing 52

ivalua

JUNE 29, 2020

According to 2019 Definitive Healthcare data, U.S. For example, unique workflow and fields in a requisition to capture doctor, patient, product serial numbers & procedure details and route specific product types to specialized buyers/suppliers. Share on Twitter. Big Opportunity Ahead. This represents a lot of “opportunity”.

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Supply Chain Distribution Strategic Sourcing Quality 87

Scottish Government Procurement

DECEMBER 20, 2023

However, there are a few things that I would definitely like to mention. It confirms, I think, what we already knew, that Scotland has a long and effective history of supplier engagement and development and that our buyers are motivated by a real desire to support local economies and support the people of Scotland.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Sustainability Logistics 52

ivalua

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Despite the general consensus that risk management is important, recent studies have found that many companies still have a long way to go and a lot of work to do…. Despite the general consensus that risk management is important, recent studies have found that many companies still have a long way to go and a lot of work to do.

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Supply Chain Risk Management Management Import 40

Bonfire

APRIL 8, 2022

We definitely had to add headcount to manage these funds,” said Ken. There are some important things agencies need to know before they start planning how to use ARPA funding. After ARPA was approved by the federal government in 2021, the Louisville mayor assembled the Louisville Accelerator Team. Understanding the funding.

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Procurement Management Collaboration Procurement Team 52

Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Based on the research, a clear definition of women-owned and women-led businesses has been drawn up, and based around that the Ekiti BPP identified the following key areas of action: Increasing awareness of opportunities and creating feedback mechanisms to engage with women-owned or -led businesses.

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Procurement E-procurement Public Procurement Bidding 88

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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Supply Chain E-procurement Procurement Bidding 52

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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Procurement E-catalogue E-procurement Supplier 40

European Law: Public Procurement

MAY 11, 2012

According to the file, that label is based on four criteria, that is to say: the price must cover all the costs; it must contain a supplementary premium compared to the market price; production must be subject to pre-financing and the importer must have long-term trading relationships with the producers.

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Procurement Award Criteria Public Procurement Manufacturing 40