Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Pimentel joined the agency after making a name for himself as a transparency and anti-corruption campaigner, having been Executive Director at Transparency International’s local chapter Participación Ciudadana. Sometimes raising a red flag can mean giving a green light to a more transparent and fairer process that benefits all.

Corruption 78

Corruption Collaboration Data Public Procurement 78

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Participants expressed a range of views as to which risks should be prioritised, noting that addressing frontier risks is not mutually exclusive from addressing existing AI risks and harms.’ Multiple participants suggested that existing voluntary commitments would need to be put on a legal or regulatory footing in due course.

Procurement 80

Procurement Evaluation Participation Collaboration 80

Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

Key Takeaways The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is the comprehensive set of rules that govern the procurement process of the US federal government, ensuring consistency, ethical practice, and efficiency across all executive agencies. These provisions and clauses are instrumental in ensuring fair and ethical procurement practices.

Ethics 52

Ethics Procurement Procurement Contracts Price 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 7, 2024

In his speech, Mr Singh highlighted the importance of integrity, ethics and the rule of law, which were foundational to how SIAC and Singapore had built a trusted system, and underlined SIAC’s continued commitment to upholding these fundamental values. This was followed by a welcome address from Mr Davinder Singh SC.

Ethics 52

Ethics Supply Chain Transparency Import 52

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

These agreements take on even greater importance under the Procurement Act 2023, with greater emphasis on transparency, competition and sustainability. Common concerns include transparency, fairness, especially when small suppliers feel dominated by big competitors in multi supplier frameworks. What Are Framework Agreements?

Framework Agreement 52

Framework Agreement Procurement Supplier Tender 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Emotion AI tools could be used during a case management conference or hearing to monitor participants’ level of attentiveness, engagement, confusion, and anxiety in real time. In essence, it allows all participants to peep into each other’s ‘heads.’ The real challenge lies in how we manage its implementation.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52

The Softly Spark

JANUARY 13, 2025

Consumers today expect transparency, proof, and meaningful action. Communicate and Engage with Consumers Being transparent and honest about your commitment to sustainability is essential for effectively connecting with your environmentally conscious customers. Aligning with partners who share your values can promote ethical practices.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Transparency Retail Education 52

Public Contracting Institute

MAY 20, 2024

It typically involves the following steps: Identifying opportunities Reviewing solicitation documents Attending pre-bid meetings Preparing and submitting a responsive bid Participating in bid evaluation and negotiations To excel in the bidding process, consider enrolling in our Life Sciences Contracting 101 course.

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Negotiation 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 6, 2024

Dr Baltag first observed that one of the challenges arbitration practitioners are currently facing with regards to ethics and regulation of misbehaviour in international arbitration is the diversity of relevant and applicable standards. Justice Knowles suggested that there might be an area where transparency can play a role.

Ethics 52

Ethics Corruption Balance Transparency 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 9, 2024

Notably, a whistleblower’s participation in internal compliance and/or reporting processes is a factor that could warrant an increased reward. In consideration of an appropriate award amount (which is at the Department’s sole discretion) the pilot program also details factors that could increase, or decrease, a given whistleblower’s reward.

IT 52

IT Corruption Accountability Insurance 52

Public Contracting Institute

JULY 8, 2024

This standard ensures that taxpayers’ money is spent responsibly and that contractors maintain ethical financial practices. CAS 405 establishes guidelines for identifying and excluding unallowable costs from any billing, claim, or proposal applicable to a government contract.

Accountability 52

Accountability Internal Control Price Government Contracts 52

Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Governments may collaborate with small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and minority-owned businesses to increase participation. Transparent criteria for evaluating social value proposals allow for fair competition among suppliers while keeping them liable for their commitments.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Supply Chain Tender 52

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. Participating in these programs provides increased visibility and credibility, opening doors to larger consumer markets.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Evaluation Retail Transparency 52

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.

Procurement 52

Procurement Tender Buyers Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 21, 2024

For all its benefits, however, the use of ChatGPT is not without risks, both professional and ethical. One contributor further analyzed the ethical implications of ChatGPT use, highlighting the issue of equality of arms with a nod to Plato’s Republic. The use of AI gives rise to further issues of party consent and tribunal discretion.

Ethics 52

Ethics Electronics Efficiency Collaboration 52

University of Bristol

OCTOBER 21, 2024

One could be forgiven for simplifying the goal of procurement to ensuring that public money is well spent , which could be further elaborated (following Schooner 2002 ) to encompass promoting integrity and value for money in the award of public contracts, and acting transparently to facilitate accountability. At first look, s.12(1)

Procurement 52

Procurement Public Procurement Public Goods Accountability 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 2024

During the training, Jason, Liam, and Alex will cover the following topics and more: Pricing – Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)/Commercial Sales Practices (CSP); Domestic Preferences; Supply Chain; Enforcement/Mandatory Disclosure/Ethics; Sustainability Requirements/Policy; and Bid Protests Update. Open Government National Action Plan.

Price 52

Price E-procurement Logistics Procurement 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 26, 2024

JAMS describes these new rules as “clear guidelines and procedures that address the unique challenges presented by AI, such as questions of liability, algorithmic transparency, and ethical considerations.” The JAMS AI Rules are new arbitration rules intended to govern disputes involving AI.

Transparency 52

Transparency Import Efficiency IT 52

Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 28, 2024

CLE Credit will be offered for many of the presentations including “Women in Arbitration – California Stories,” “Navigating Arbitrator Disclosures and Challenges in International Arbitration,” and “Ethical Conundrums Faced by Parties and Arbitrators in International Arbitration.”

Corruption 52

Corruption Participation Efficiency Ethics 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Compliance isn’t just about submitting reports; it involves adhering to federal acquisition regulations and maintaining ethical standards. Regular reporting on subcontracts is particularly crucial under certain federal programs that demand transparency about subcontractor involvement.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 20, 2024

What has been encouraging to see, and in my view will continue, is that more and more practitioners from Hong Kong and the region, including many who are fully bilingual in English and Chinese, have started practicing in international arbitration and participating in thought leadership.

Efficiency 52

Efficiency Innovation Leadership Capacity 52

How to Crack a Nut

MARCH 31, 2023

The report recommends that the AI sandbox should operate on the basis of a ‘ commitment from the participant regulators to make joined-up decisions on regulations or licences at the end of each sandbox process and a clear feedback loop to inform the design or reform of regulatory frameworks based on the insights gathered.

Innovation 52

Innovation Consulting Collaboration Supply Chain 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The notice states that to ensure customer satisfaction, GSA would like to increase transparency on facets of contractor performance such as on-time delivery and cancellation rates. The award decisions received protests on the evaluations of small business participation, veteran employment, and relevant experience.

Price 52

Price Logistics E-procurement Procurement 52

Select GCR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Key Takeaways Federal contractors must adhere to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), which ensures fair, transparent, and efficient procurement processes. Governed by a comprehensive set of laws and regulations, this process ensures fairness, transparency, and accountability.

Government 52

Government Government Government Contracts Transparency 52

FedScoop

AUGUST 14, 2024

That data, Kaouk said, is what helps the CFTC oversee market participants. The CFTC also plans to develop an integrated data and AI strategy — another move that is not required of the agency — and is looking to provide training to its workforce in the coming months on AI governance and ethics. derivatives markets. “So

Data 112

Data Quality Inventory Ethics 112

American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

Ensuring secure and transparent elections. Adequate background checks designed for government workers can help build public trust in the electoral system and prevent any legal or ethical issues that may arise from individuals with malicious intent or those who may be susceptible to coercion from influencing the election process.

Import 98

Import Media Education Integration 98

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 24, 2024

The Amazon Web Services (AWS) commitment to safe, transparent, and responsible AI—including generative AI—is reflected in our endorsement of the White House Voluntary AI Commitments , our participation in the UK AI Safety Summit , and our dedication to providing customers with features that address specific challenges in this space.

Government 80

Government Government Ethics Transparency 80

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

We look forward to your participation! Ethical concerns about the uses of AI for healthcare and how veteran data is being used were expressed by lawmakers. We highly recommend you attend this course if you have significant Schedule contracting experience or are a contract attorney.

Inventory 52

Inventory Price Supply Chain Contract 52

AWS Public Sector

JULY 31, 2024

Trust and transparency will be prioritized as more data is collected and leveraged. Overall, contractual guarantees, financial transparency, competitive choice and commitments to localized Canadian presence that nurture national talent are crucial to deliver taxpayer value through cloud partnerships while upholding public sector duties.

Data 75

Data Government Government Demand 75

The Softly Spark

DECEMBER 3, 2024

It’s essential to be transparent and genuine in your messaging. Be transparent about your company’s efforts to reach its sustainability objectives. By selecting partners who share your values, you contribute to a positive ecosystem that supports ethical practices. Keep the conversation going!

Transparency 97

Transparency Sustainability Ethics Accountability 97

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Our active participation in international standards through organizations like International Standards Organization (ISO) and NIST, contributes to creating global AI governance frameworks. Promoting global AI governance AWS demonstrates a strong commitment to promoting AI governance through various initiatives and partnerships.

Evaluation 69

Evaluation Ethics Collaboration Transparency 69

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

These barriers should be dealt with if the aim is to guarantee that public funds are expended in a transparent, lawful, and efficient manner. By addressing these challenges, procurement teams can enhance transparency, ensure compliance, and deliver value for money. Hence, all procurement activities are ensured to be clean and fair.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Efficiency Procurement Bid Rigging 52

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

This also means that other issues where progress has been made on ethics, bias mitigation, and other accountability measures will not be top of mind for the incoming administration.” Still, there’s some evidence they had at least pushed companies to be transparent about their progress toward those goals.

Transparency 112

Transparency Ethics Leadership Supply Chain 112