The Procurement School

AUGUST 11, 2023

Author: Larry Berglund As part of the assessment on the ability of a supply chain department to deliver value effectively , is its ability to do so efficiently. Many of these factors may not be directly controlled by the supply chain department, such as the ERP system and its ability to leverage digitalized processes.

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ivalua

MARCH 9, 2023

It is a crucial process for organizations that are looking to streamline their procurement activities, better manage spend and suppliers and increase operational efficiency. The last phase of the process, also known as Procure-to-Pay includes the ordering of goods/services, receiving of these, invoicing and payment to suppliers.

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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. October has featured a busy schedule here at the Coalition, and we are thrilled to conclude the month with these two essential training courses.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

or virtually HERE. On February 28, again at Miller & Chevalier Chartered, we will hold our GSA and VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel course.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. In the past, the regional structure gave rise to differing cultures, negotiation approaches, and interpretations of applicable regulations and solicitation provisions. We look forward to seeing you all there!

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ivalua

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Data is beyond critical to Procurement Operations. It’s everything, and the burden falls on procurement leaders to capture pertinent data to build good teams, track performance and show value. Now with Digital Transformation as a mandate, Procurement officers must also find ways to measure their digital progress.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

The EIP Awards recognize individuals and organizations in the Federal procurement community who make significant contributions to the acquisition system. Prepare for 2025: Post-Election Federal Procurement Insights at the Fall Training Conference The 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 2024

29 The Coalition for Government Procurement is proud to once again host its “must attend” General Services Administration (GSA) and Veterans Affairs (VA) Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel on October 29! GSA & VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel, Oct.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Legal Corner: Bills in US Congress Would Require Federal Agencies and Vendors to Implement NIST AI Framework The Legal Corner provides the procurement community with an opportunity to share insights and comments on relevant legal issues of the day. The guidance does not apply to the Federal Supply Schedule. Authored by Howard W.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

If you have ever read an article about Procurement best practices, you know that a very small minority of teams are categorized as leaders and an equally small minority are considered laggards. Procurement must be able to apply the general principals of Strategic Sourcing in a way specific enough to maximize the value of each spend category.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Announcing the Coalition’s Cyber Side Chat, September 12 The Coalition for Government Procurement is proud to present its first-ever Cybersecurity Symposium: The Cyber Side Chat on September 12! Gain valuable insights from leading government and industry cybersecurity and procurement professionals. To register, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Celebrating a Dedicated Procurement Leader: Wishing Tom Sisti a Happy Retirement! It is with mixed emotions that The Coalition for Government Procurement announces the retirement of Executive Vice President & General Counsel, Tom Sisti. Furthermore, he worked as Procurement Counsel detailed to the U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The governmentwide day on November 20 will feature expert panels addressing “what’s next” after the election for the future of federal procurement. Join us as we dive into what lies ahead for federal procurement in 2025 and beyond! Market and Procurement Outlook Panel: What’s Next?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

.” The White House also released an accompanying Fact Sheet that announces a “new goal to phase out Federal procurement of single-use plastics from food service operations, events, and packaging by 2027, and from all Federal operations by 2035.” Coffey , and Michael E. Authored by Evan C.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement Endowed Scholarship Fund Proceeds will also support The Coalition for Government Procurement Endowed Scholarship Fund for a deserving veteran studying U.S. government procurement at The George Washington University Law School. Supreme Court’s decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

34] And DFARS 252.216-7000(e) gives the Contracting Officer the option of terminating the cost-increase-impacted portion of the contract/order. [35] However, “[CICA sets forth no standard for determining when modification of an existing contract requires a new competition or falls within the scope of the original competitive procurement.” [57]

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

DoD’s efforts to improve small business participation include the recently awarded defense industrial base consortium agreement which gives industry partners, including non-traditional contractors and small businesses, the opportunity to work with DoD on defense supply chain technology projects and potential research through prototype development.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It may seem crass or trivializing to speak of procurement at this time, but we must recognize that the procurement system, and our participation in it, is at the center of our nation’s ability to defend itself, to defend its friends, and to uplift the shared human values of the civilized world. The episode can be found here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.” It also prescribes and/or recommends additional data collection requests for FSS contractors.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Effective communication between government officials and industry partners is of paramount importance in fostering a thriving procurement landscape. FAR & Beyond: Visit the GSA and VA “Ask the PMO” Tables at the Fall Training Conference!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This procurement will mark a key milestone as we continue to incentivize more production and delivery of clean energy,” said GSA Administrator Robin Carnahan, who also emphasized the role of the government’s buying power in supporting demand for carbon-free electricity. To view the slides from the presentation, click here.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. In November 2016, Kimberly accepted the position as Director of the EPA’s Office of Acquisition Solutions (OAS), and the Agency’s Senior Procurement Executive (SPE).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As calendar year 2023 ends, the Coalition is looking ahead to 2024 and the policies, programs, and initiatives that will shape the federal procurement system and the delivery of customer agency mission support. Competition and industrial base are important to the vitality of the procurement system.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 13, 2021

This compliance headache is shared by procuring Agencies, prime contractors, subcontractors, and supply chain vendors, among others. 14,042 is being implemented by each procuring Agency developing its own FAR Subpart 1.4 14,042 by imposing the vaccine mandate on supply contracts/orders. [23] the “Vaccine Mandate”).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

The final rule, entitled Improving Consistency Between Procurement and Nonprocurement Procedures on Suspension and Debarment , is based on the recommendations of the Interagency Suspension and Debarment Committee (ISDC). The comments herein do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Congress Releases Compromise $895 Billion FY25 NDAA Meritalk reports that the House of Representatives and Senate published their final negotiated version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The comments herein do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement.

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ivalua

MARCH 3, 2020

This past November, the Trump administration announced that starting in 2021, it would require hospitals to publicly disclose the discounted prices they negotiate with insurance companies as part of a broader push to make healthcare markets more transparent to patients and increase competition. With greater media attention, change is coming.

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ivalua

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

This past November, the Trump administration announced that starting in 2021, it would require hospitals to publicly disclose the discounted prices they negotiate with insurance companies as part of a broader push to make healthcare markets more transparent to patients and increase competition. With greater media attention, change is coming.

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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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Import and Trade Remedies

MARCH 4, 2025

Canada retaliated swiftly by implementing retaliatory tariffs; however, both sets of tariffs were paused for 30-days while the US and Canada negotiated whether the tariffs would come into force. You can stay updated by subscribing to Baker McKenzie’s Import and Trade Remedies blog by clicking here and entering your e-mail address.

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Import and Trade Remedies

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

You can stay updated by subscribing the Baker McKenzie’s Import and Trade Remedies blog by clicking here and entering your e-mail address. Canada’s countermeasures The Canada Tariffs were implemented, despite a months-long effort by the Government of Canada negotiating with the U.S. Tariffs and the Canada Tariffs.

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