Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Welcome back to the Cost Corner, where we provide practical insight into the complex cost and pricing requirements that apply to Government Contractors. We just completed two articles on the Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) [1] and, before that, two articles on Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audits.

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Federal News Network

JUNE 24, 2024

Data management tools, like pricing algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI), are playing an ever-larger role in Federal procurement as agencies look to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and improve contract outcomes. The next logical step is to provide industry partners with direct access to the algorithm and pricing database.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 21, 2024

Data management tools, like pricing algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI), are playing an ever-larger role in Federal procurement as agencies look to streamline processes, increase efficiency, and improve contract outcomes. The next logical step is to provide industry partners with direct access to the algorithm and pricing database.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The comments herein do not necessarily reflect the views of The Coalition for Government Procurement. If enacted, the legislation would mark a significant shift by requiring the use of aspects of the Framework by private sector vendors to the federal government. Authored by Howard W. Waltzman, Stephen Lilley, Evan C.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

In particular, the highly commercial nature of cloud services is pushing up against government-unique requirements, bringing the ASCEND BPA to a “fork in the road.” Or will the BPA continue to “descend” into an overly complex acquisition strategy that incorporates layers of government-unique requirements? Williams and Howard W.

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Procurement Data Strategic Planning Management 52

Select GCR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For government contractors working with various agencies of the United States government, following specific rules for government contractors is essential for compliance and securing contracts. Governed by a comprehensive set of laws and regulations, this process ensures fairness, transparency, and accountability.

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Procurement Notes

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Jay Blindauer A contractor takes on a Government contract to make money, and inflation is getting in the way. With inflation eroding value for this long, a Government contractor may need to obtain contract relief. Relief So, how does a contractor obtain inflation cost relief from the Government?

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