Federal News Network

JUNE 24, 2024

Unpacking the Black Box of Price Analysis Over the last several years, GSA has been using a series of data management tools to support the price evaluation of products under the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. The next logical step is to provide industry partners with direct access to the algorithm and pricing database.

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Transparency Data Procurement Management 83

Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

This issue of the Cost Corner concludes our coverage of TINA by addressing DCAA Truth in Negotiations (TIN) compliance audits (defective pricing audits) and identifying best practices for contractors to mitigate defective pricing risk. 18] DCAA’s risk assessment includes both qualitative and quantitative components.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 21, 2024

Unpacking the Black Box of Price Analysis Over the last several years, GSA has been using a series of data management tools to support the price evaluation of products under the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. The next logical step is to provide industry partners with direct access to the algorithm and pricing database.

Transparency 64

Transparency Data Procurement Management 64

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Artificial intelligence systems use machine and human-based inputs to- (A) perceive real and virtual environments; (B) abstract such perceptions into models through analysis in an automated manner; and (C) use model inference to formulate options for information or action. IT/Services Committee Meeting with GSA’s Office of IT Category, Feb.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

At the ASCEND BPA industry day held on February 8 th this year, FAS indicated that it was starting market research on Pools 2 and 3 and that industry partners should look for a Request for Information (RFI) for those pools this summer. For more information, please contact Heather Tarpley at htarpley@thecgp.org.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This includes staying informed about regulatory requirements, implementing compliance programs, and conducting regular audits to ensure adherence to the rules. Federal contractors must maintain written affirmative action plans, which are subject to evaluation by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

program requirements proposed at 32 CFR part 170; Add definitions for controlled unclassified information (CUI) and DoD unique identifier (DoD UID) to the subpart; Establish a solicitation provision and prescription; and Revise the existing clause language and prescription.

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