Procurement Notes

MARCH 5, 2024

Air Force with the expectation that its contract will continue to be renewed during the foreseeable future. The Federal Government’s procurement spend in FY2023 was $765 billion ($470 billion for defense agencies), [106] and most of the procurement spend was discretionary spending. 1304 judgment fund becomes necessary.

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SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

e)(6) states: A protégé may generally have a total of two mentor-protégé agreements with different mentors. (i) i) Each mentor-protégé agreement may last for no more than six years, as set forth in paragraph (e)(5) of this section. e)(6) be redesignated to be located in the protégé-specific provisions as 13 C.F.R.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

In federal government contracting, however, a contractor may not have the same leeway to raise its prices. In this case, the GAO wrote, “[w]e find the agency’s determination that the awardee’s pricing was fair and reasonable to be flawed.” Looking for the latest government contracting legal news?

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Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Public procurement is like the heartbeat of public spending in most of Africa – by some estimates, it accounts for 17% of the GDP of African Countries. Procurement was long seen as a clerical administrative function, rather than a strategic lever. This was not always the case.

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Public Contracting Institute

MARCH 6, 2024

The Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) recently dismissed a protest involving an Other Transaction Authority (“OTA”) procurement by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (“NASA”). This procurement sought proposals for lunar service infrastructure and in-space infrastructure. Lunar Resources, Inc. B-421936, Nov.

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Procurement E-procurement Government Contracts Procurement Contracts 52

Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 17, 2024

.” “The penalty in this case reflects the significant misconduct by Raytheon and the need for global companies to implement meaningful internal accounting controls that ensure that payments to intermediaries are not used to circumvent the restrictions of the FCPA,” said Charles E. Cain, Chief of the SEC Enforcement Division’s FCPA Unit.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 12, 2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement is thrilled to announce the 2023 recipients of the Excellence in Partnership (EIP) Awards! Thank you to our members for nominating qualified candidates and continuing to support the EIP Award’s mission of establishing a collaborative and effective procurement system.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 31, 2024

In the world of government contracting, understanding the basics of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) is crucial. These documents play a vital role in the procurement process, helping agencies find the right contractors for their projects.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 8, 2024

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) gives contracting officers significant flexibility in selecting the procurement method they choose to use. Competitive proposals will therefore be used for these contracts unless discussions are not required and the use of sealed bids is otherwise appropriate. LLC, B-421676.4,

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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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Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Chile’s public procurement agency, ChileCompra, created its “ Public Contracting Observatory ” service in 2012 to detect, prevent, and fix irregularities in government contracting procedures.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

The conference, which continues the dialogue from last year on “What is Fair and Reasonable,” will dive into the latest government policies, programs, and procurement topics with sessions including key government officials, industry experts, and legal minds. We look forward to seeing you at the Conference on May 8-9!

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Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Kigali is the center of Africa’s public procurement community this week. In time for this year’s Africa Public Procurement Network conference, hosted by Rwanda’s Public Procurement Authority (RPPA), the agency has developed a new open contracting portal that allows anyone to access data on government contracts dating back to 2016.

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Government Contracts & Global Trade

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In this special 90 min installment of the M&E GovCon webinar series, M&E GovCon partner Maria Panichelli provides contractors with an overview of everything they need to know about teaming and subcontracting on federal projects, from both a prime and subcontractor point of view.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 3, 2024

In the complex world of government contracting, conducting thorough market research is not just a best practice—it’s a requirement. At Public Contracting Institute (PCI), we understand the intricacies of FAR compliance and offer expert guidance to help you navigate these waters successfully.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 17, 2024

Agencies, however, sometimes run afoul of a relatively straightforward procurement method, as shown in American Mat’l Handling, Inc., 22, 2024, a recent Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) case, where the GAO sustained the protest. For other helpful suggestions on government contracting, visit: Richard D.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. Close VP, Solution Architecture, Federated Wireless Chad Jones × Chad Jones Global Government Supply Chain & Procurement Lead Chad Jones is the Global Government Supply Chain and Procurement Lead for KPMG. Department of Labor (DOL) and the U.S.

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As we prepare for our 21st episode of Season 11, here are a few Episode 21 FAR Facts for us to think about: Solicitations for construction contracts are required to contain the Government’s estimated price range for the project. FAR 48.102(e). FAR 36.204. FAR 36.214. FAR 48.103(c).

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GovSpend

APRIL 5, 2023

This is especially true in the SLED (state, local, and education) market, where procurement processes and regulations can vary widely between jurisdictions. In this blog post, we will provide a detailed guide on how businesses can successfully sell to the government in the SLED market.

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GovSpend

APRIL 5, 2023

This is especially true in the SLED (state, local, and education) market, where procurement processes and regulations can vary widely between jurisdictions. In this blog post, we will provide a detailed guide on how businesses can successfully sell to the government in the SLED market.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 30, 2024

Contractors that have a procurement relationship with a recipient are not required to obtain a UEI. Addition of Cybersecurity Internal Controls 2 CFR 200.303 adds “reasonable” cybersecurity internal control requirements to the information protection internal control requirements at 2 CFR 200.303(e). 7101 et seq.,

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aptac

JUNE 22, 2018

use the same company name, address, numbers, e-mail and web addresses). This will make it easier for government agencies to cross check your information. Contact your PTAC : There are never shortcuts in government contracting. Note: your SAM registration must match your IRS and DUNS information.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 16, 2024

Understanding OTAs: A Game-Changer in Government Contracting Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) have emerged as a powerful tool in the ever-evolving landscape of government contracting, fostering innovation and streamlining procurement processes for contractors in the federal marketplace.

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FedInsider

MARCH 4, 2024

Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. In that role, he oversees a program portfolio that includes Procurement Services, Business Service Center, and Project Management Office. In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, 50 minutes equals 1 CPE. Department of Labor (DOL) and the U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 1, 2024

This week, the Coalition for Government Procurement held two important training courses for our members – MAS Basic Training: The Nuts & Bolts and GSA and VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

To investigate BTNG’s represented SDVOSB status and eligibility, OHA issued a Notice and Order for the Director of SBA’s Office of Government Contracting (D/GC) to submit a BTNG Case File to OHA. 134.1003(e)(1).” Looking for the latest government contracting legal news? Questions about this post?

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SmallGovCon

JANUARY 18, 2024

Some good takeaways are below: Alan E. 12, 2023) VA issued cure notices for performance of a contract for inscription services at a VA cemetery. CBCA continued, clarifying that a “suretyship arrangement is not a contract for the procurement of good or services” and would not be seen as a procurement contract under CDA.

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Public Contracting Institute

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These federal initiatives give veterans a strategic advantage in the competitive arena of government contracting. Set-aside programs are designed to ensure these businesses have a fair competitive edge in federal contracting. Check our Join Our E-mail List page for detailed guidance on the certification process.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Public procurement encourages collaboration between government and private enterprises, in turn allowing public authorities to achieve sustainable and circular practices. The following blog will provide a more detailed exploration of creating sustainable procurement strategy, their benefits and challenges during implementation.

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Open Contracting Partnership

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

At #OGPEstonia, we had the pleasure of hosting about 200 frontline reformers sharing their experiences, challenges, and successes in boosting inclusion, integrity, participation, and digital transformation in public procurement. Another great story on that here. That was my focus at the OGP’s High Level Panel on Progress Against Corruption.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 11, 2024

These two trainings, which are offered both in-person and virtually, are designed to equip attendees with essential knowledge and tools for navigating the complexities in government procurement. Learn more details about these opportunities below and be sure to register!

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Government Contracts Navigator

MARCH 5, 2024

Meier, and Oliver E. DOJ continues to … Continue reading "More Cases and Expanded Data Analytics: A Closer Look at DOJ’s FY 2023 False Claims Act Statistics" The post More Cases and Expanded Data Analytics: A Closer Look at DOJ’s FY 2023 False Claims Act Statistics appeared first on Government Contracts Navigator.

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Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 3, 2023

How the School of Applied Research in Public Procurement trained community leaders to dig into government contracting issues in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. It inspired the creation of a free self-guided e-course on Open Contracting Basics too.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Relying on precedent in Sungwoo E&C Co. benefited from the procurement. CO signed the contract and the U.S. was getting some benefit from the contract. The post Know Your Rights: SBCA Issues Two Important Reminders to Contractors appeared first on Government Contracts Legal Forum.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The end of the Fiscal Year is upon us, which typically coincides with a flurry of procurement activity and then a wave of bid protests. As most of you know, there are three primary fora for bid protests: procuring agencies, the Government Accountability Office (GAO), and the Court of Federal Claims (COFC). FAR 33.103(e).

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Bidding E-procurement Procurement Evaluation 52

FedInsider

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Thought leaders from government and industry spoke at a recent FedInsider webinar to discuss the challenges 5G brings to military networks, the use of cloud-native technologies and interoperability hurdles. His personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with gold star.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 15, 2024

These two trainings, which are offered both in-person and virtually, are designed to equip attendees with essential knowledge and tools for navigating the complexities in government procurement. Learn more details about these opportunities below and be sure to register!

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