FedScoop

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is on the brink of transforming government agencies, promising to elevate citizen services and boost workforce productivity. government recently disclosed that more than 700 AI uses cases are underway at federal agencies, according to a database maintained by AI.gov. Read the full report.

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Government Contracts Navigator

APRIL 3, 2025

Burrows As those in the federal contracting community wait anxiously for rumored and hinted at changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), we are beginning to evaluate how certain of those changes might most impact our clients.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 11, 2024

As Americans’ expectations of government services continues to grow, harnessing generative AI (GenAI) provides leaders with opportunities to improve delivery through streamlined software development, enhanced workforce efficiency, and strategic decision-making. He has twice been awarded Jessie H.

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Inside Government Contracts

OCTOBER 9, 2023

This pilot program could provide an opportunity for the DIB to become more directly involved in CMF operations and evaluations. Section 1533 of the House bill would require a comprehensive review by the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) of DoD’s readiness to conduct cyberspace operations. CMF Occupational Resiliency.

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WashngtonExec

MARCH 11, 2025

Her team is at the forefront of using AI and machine learning to craft innovative solutions for both government and commercial clients. ” Johnson’s team is dedicated to advancing the safety and ethics of AI applications in health, reflecting Battelles 95-year legacy of safely applying science and technology for societal impact.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

Government Construction Projects: Bidding and Winning Strategies for Success Government construction projects offer significant opportunities for businesses to grow and thrive. In this article, we’ll explore key aspects of government construction projects and provide insights to help you secure contracts and achieve success.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Diving into government contracting with SAM requires a clear roadmap to success. Learn the ins and outs of maintaining compliance, crafting a competitive bid, and positioning your business for growth through federal opportunities, all through the lens of SAM’s pivotal role in government procurement.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 10, 2023

And the federal government may be the single largest generator – and user – of data in the world. Federal government data is a major driver of the American economy as businesses use the data to make decisions or blend the government data into products and services sold to consumers.”

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How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The UK Government hosted an AI Safety Summit on 1-2 November 2023. There seemed to be some recognition of the need for more State intervention through regulation, for more regulatory control of standard-setting, and for more attention to be paid to testing and evaluation in the procurement context.

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Open Contracting Partnership

AUGUST 14, 2024

If governments want to successfully leverage AI technology, they will need to reimagine their approach to procurement to put people at the center. Yet too often, procurement is an overlooked function, rather than recognized as a powerful ally for better government services. Procurement is where policy becomes practice.

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The Procurement School

APRIL 22, 2024

A lack of clarity will be reflected in the quality of the solicitation document, the evaluation criteria and the bid submissions. More complex procurements such as IT software, with technical evaluation criteria will use a Request for Proposal (RFP). A RACI chart is part of the requirements gathering phase.

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How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 3, 2024

However, this technology has not yet registered a significant foothold when it comes to the evaluation process. Indeed, unlike other elements related to the monitoring and effectiveness of spending control, the issue of using AI tools contain its own legal and ethical quandaries. This process, at present, is not without its faults.

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Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

Simply put, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is the primary rulebook governing all federal government procurement processes. As you navigate this guide, expect to uncover the intricacies of FAR, how it’s structured, and what it means for contracting with the federal government. government procurement.

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ivalua

JULY 15, 2021

With this mounting pressure to commit to Net Zero and CPOs goals and incorporate sustainability metrics into all aspects of procurement decisions and processes, businesses are looking to elevate ESG strategies with a mind for climate change, ethical social practices and stronger governance models.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Author: Graham Allen In the second of two parts of “Navigation the Five Steps of the Procurement Journey” we’ll be covering posting, evaluation, award and close out. Step 4 Evaluation Once the procurement closes bids are evaluated. The first evaluation stage is the mandatory requirements which are evaluated either ‘yes’ or ‘no’.

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Scottish Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Scottish Government (Central Government) Following publication of the Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland , the Central Government (CG) Centre of Expertise through engagement with the Procurement Collaborative Group, has been developing an action plan to implement the strategy objectives.

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AWS Public Sector

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Delivering Ethical AI in EdTech Speaker: Robert Levy, VP of software engineering, Ellucian Slot: Tuesday, October 22, 11:00-11:15 AM AI is a transformative tool for education, but it must be applied carefully. Robert Levy will present on how Ellucian is driving ethical development, design, and security in its higher education products.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 22, 2025

Government expenditure through public procurement is essential since it ensures that there are contracts available to be bid in a fair, open, and competitive manner. Businesses can increase their chances of obtaining government procurement opportunities while lowering compliance risks by being aware of these regulations.

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FedInsider

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Jones served four years in Tokyo, supported mission while deployed in various war zones, and visited many of the government’s global operating locations, providing broad technical expertise, background, and experience to ensure the security and protection of the IC IT landscape. Throughout her career, Ms.

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Public Contracting Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) recently considered an award where the awardee had performed part of a past performance reference and agreed with the agency that it demonstrated the awardee’s capability. The GAO further found that FDA’s evaluation of the technical proposals was reasonable.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Whether you’re a supplier trying to land your first contract, a business just getting into understanding government procurement, or a pro looking to stay on top of compliance, this glossary is your go-to guide. The contracting authority or government agency sets the rules, picks the best supplier, and ensures everything runs smoothly.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 9, 2024

Government contractors, in particular, operate in a highly complex regulatory environment and have additional motivations to detect and mitigate the risk of criminal liability. is a good example of the consequences faced by government contractors due to employee misconduct. million in kickbacks from subcontractors.

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Oxford College of Procurement and Supply

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is increasingly important and consumers are looking for their products or services to be green, clean and sustainable. When evaluating or working on a specification, it is important to consider both what goes into the product or service and how it can be disposed of at the end of its useful life.

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AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Public sector organizations – such as government agencies and schools – are not exempt from these statistics. In addition to evaluating organizational cyber resiliency, My eCISO can help users broaden their knowledge of cybersecurity and NIST guidance. These incidences are estimated to cost businesses worldwide an average of $4.88

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The Connecticut Office of Policy and Management will create policies and procedures governing such AI assessments and clarifying how agencies must develop, procure and implement their AI systems. Beginning on Dec. These outcomes are deeply harmful — but they are not inevitable.” This article appears in our new guide, “ AI: A Crash Course.”

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

It also provides transparency which encourages compliance with regulatory frameworks and positive ethical procurement practices. Supplier Risk Evaluation Procurement analytics solutions enable procurement departments to evaluate supplier risk by examining historical data, contract compliance, and operational reliability.

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Federal News Network

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Usually when you get to the point where you’re arguing that the agency’s technical evaluation was wrong, it’s often subjective and you’re likely to lose. The other point here though, that I thought was interesting, the court says, yeah, we’re agreeing with PGI and the government and it’s this case is done.

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How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 10, 2023

Or, in other words, to use the acquisition of digital technologies by the public sector as a gateway to the ‘regulation by contract’ of their use and governance. Public procurement is thus increasingly expected to play a crucial gatekeeping role in the adoption of digital technologies for public governance and the delivery of public services.

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The Softly Spark

JULY 6, 2023

Achieving a sustainability certification signifies a business’s dedication to minimizing its ecological footprint, promoting ethical practices, and contributing to a better future. Green procurement programs encourage government agencies to purchase products and services from certified sustainable businesses.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Social value is directed toward the broader benefits that procurement and government’s commercial activities can bring to society, the economy, and the environment. By focusing on social value, governments demonstrate accountability and purpose. This is why government agencies are setting sustainability targets for suppliers.

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The Softly Spark

JULY 10, 2023

5 – Evaluate Applicability and Suitability Ok, so we know about the benefits and key features of sustainability certifications. Communicate that you practice fair and ethical business practices? Do you sell to businesses, or the government? But who has the time to sort through all this information? Or your investors?

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The Procurement School

JANUARY 22, 2024

Rated Criteria The technical evaluation criteria needs to align clearly with the scope / performance requirements of the good / service being procured. The clearer the technical evaluation criteria the better the procurement outcome. There needs to be a difference between an evaluation ‘need’ and a ‘want’.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

JANUARY 5, 2024

Crowell & Moring’s Government Contracts Group discusses the most consequential changes for government contractors here. As a result of such review, the FTC or DOJ could take legal action to block transactions that the government determines might substantially lessen competition.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

All through 2023, Crowell’s Government Contracts Practice will keep you up to date with a summary of the most notable bid protest sustain decision each month. Subsequently, the agency’s ethics attorneys conducted an internal investigation to determine whether the TEB chair had a disqualifying financial interest in Deloitte.

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The Procurement School

JUNE 27, 2024

Procurement professionals must also ensure that the evaluation and selection process is conducted objectively and in accordance with the established criteria outlined in the procurement documents. Procurement services in Canada encompass a wide range of activities, all aimed at achieving the best value for taxpayer money.

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The Procurement School

OCTOBER 22, 2024

For example, a municipal government in BC partnered with a local manufacturer to collaborate with the design and build of an accessible and cost-effective public bathroom. RFP simplification involves careful consideration of evaluation criteria and with desired outcomes identified.

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How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

I continue exploring the use of public procurement as a tool of digital regulation (or ‘AI regulation by contract’ as shorthand)—ie as a mechanism to promote transparency, explainability, cyber security, ethical and legal compliance leading to trustworthiness, etc in the adoption of digital technologies by the public sector.

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