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GOP lawmakers demand SBA postpone IT upgrades amid year-end contract spending surge

Federal News Network

The agency finalized a rule in 2020 that allowed some participants in its Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) program to self-certify their eligibility. The Government Accountability Office reported in March 2019 that about 40% of the WOSB-certified businesses in its audit sample were ineligible to participate in the program.

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GSA’s Workplace Innovation Lab Co-Creates IT Solutions with Industry

FedTech Magazine

The General Services Administration continues to test optimal workplace IT setups, in part to make the office more inviting as the White House demands federal employees reduce the amount of time they work remotely.

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US AI Safety Institute taps Scale AI for model evaluation

FedScoop

Participating companies will be able to test their models once and, if they choose, share those results with AI safety institutes around the world. Without third-party testing, the release said, governments would need to spend time and money building out their own testing infrastructure and still wouldnt be likely to meet the growing demand.

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The Federal Viper Program: A Critical Opportunity for Contractors in Wildfire Relief

USFCR

These disasters demand swift and effective recovery efforts, but federal agencies cant do it alone. It was designed to lower barriers to entry, enabling more contractorsparticularly small businessesto participate in disaster recovery. Exclusive Opportunities: Access to contracts specifically reserved for Viper Program participants.

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What is Cooperative Purchasing & How Does it Benefit Public Sector Procurement?

American City & Country

By participating in cooperative purchasing, organizations can save time and resources. By pooling demand, public sector entities can benefit from bulk buying discounts and negotiated price reductions. What is Cooperative Purchasing? It also allows them to access a wider range of products and services at potentially lower costs.

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AWS Skills to Jobs Tech Alliance launches in France to help meet demand for cloud, AI talent

AWS Public Sector

All participating organizations play a critical role in the Tech Alliance. Since 2023, the alliance has launched in 12 countries and US states and is now expanding to France, with the aim of meeting the growing demand for cloud skills. The goal is to prepare students for industry recognized AWS certifications and for high-demand jobs.

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Brazil, Colombia join the AWS Skills to Jobs Tech Alliance to tackle talent gap

AWS Public Sector

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the demand for skilled tech professionals continues to outpace the supply. This initiative aims to foster collaboration among employers, academic institutions, and governments, ensuring that academic curricula aligns with real-world demands of businesses.

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