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GSA closes in on enterprisewide software deal with Microsoft

Federal News Network

GSA says its IT Vendor Management Office is close to finalizing a governmentwide deal with Microsoft. Under the BCI, GSA will lead the government in negotiating a governmentwide IT software license agreement with a large software provider. The General Services Administration is about to deliver on that promise.

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What is Strategic Procurement, and How Can Cooperative Purchasing Help?

American City & Country

Leverage Group Purchasing and Cooperative Contracts for Cost Efficiency One of the most effective ways to streamline procurement is by using group/cooperative purchasing contracts. ” – Vendor Manager | ONE AMERICAN BANK Use Data and Analytics to Make Informed Decisions Modern procurement relies heavily on data.

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Transforming Government IT Procurement: Better Contracting Initiative Priority 2

Great Government Through Technology

Today, I am excited to discuss the strides we are making under the BCI, particularly Priority 2, which focuses on negotiating common enterprise-wide software licenses. We’ve embarked on a journey to streamline how our federal government procures and manages its software assets.

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Update to Better Contracting Initiative 2

Great Government Through Technology

I described the Governmentwide Acquisition Strategy initiative led by the IT Vendor Management Office (ITVMO) to centralize engagement with critical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and negotiate universal contract and process improvements to ensure that all agencies benefit from best-in-class terms and pricing as One Customer.

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Friday Flash 03/28/2025

The Coalition for Government Procurement

This year, we’ll dive into the procurement developments that have occurred during the first 6 months of the new Administration, and how these efforts to increase efficiency and rightsize contracting programs are shifting the government market and creating new opportunities and challenges for Federal contractors.