Federal News Network

DECEMBER 12, 2024

GSA says its IT Vendor Management Office is close to finalizing a governmentwide deal with Microsoft. But OFPP believes the time is ripe to reduce price variance, secure most favorable terms and conditions and improve the federal cyber posture. The General Services Administration is about to deliver on that promise.

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American City & Country

OCTOBER 29, 2024

By: Lawson Products In today’s fast-paced world, efficient procurement is crucial for any entity. What is Lawson Vendor Managed Inventory? Your representative helps you select the right products for your facility ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.

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Great Government Through Technology

AUGUST 19, 2024

We’ve embarked on a journey to streamline how our federal government procures and manages its software assets. Our new Governmentwide Acquisition Strategy initiative not only aims to enhance operational efficiencies but also to achieve substantial cost savings and increase buying efficiencies.

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Great Government Through Technology

DECEMBER 12, 2024

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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 30, 2025

While this has always been the Coalitions full name, this shift reflects our continued vision of an effective and efficient procurement system that delivers best value to both agency customers and the American taxpayer. DOGE), the GPEL is a list of recommendations to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement system.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 27, 2025

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.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 23, 2025

The EO directs the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to streamline the Federal contracting process to enhance speed and efficiency, reduce costs, and require Federal contractors and subcontractors to comply with our civil rights laws. It also revokes EO 11246 contracting criteria mandating affirmative action.

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