FedScoop

APRIL 9, 2024

A best practice for economic analysis is a transparent methodology, including analytical choices and assumptions,” the GAO wrote, adding that start-up tech costs for “a novel system” of this kind “could be substantial.” We found this as well. Werfel left the door open in his letter for Direct File to be a one-and-done program.

Accountability 126

Accountability Price Electronics Data 126

Government Contracts Legal Forum

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Following a January 29, 2024 White House announcement and Fact Sheet , on January 30, 2024, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Council issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking ( Proposed Rule ) on salary-history bans and pay transparency for applicants and employees of federal contractors and subcontractors.

Transparency 52

Transparency Bidding Price Government Contracts 52

FedScoop

JUNE 5, 2024

That phone number serves as a way for the public to provide information to the agency. Officials also noted that important criteria for the agency’s own use of the technology are transparency and consistency.

Ethics 129

Ethics Transparency Innovation Inventory 129

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In its place, the realignment focuses and centralizes MAS contracting management structure for the Office of Information Technology Category, the Office of Professional Services & Human Capital Categories, and the Office of General Supplies and Services Categories. PAP 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing, is one such example.

Negotiation 105

Negotiation Price Transparency Data 105

The Procurement ClassRoom

JUNE 2, 2024

In response to the information communicated to the market via the bidding documents , the market submits offers or bids which will be the actual basis of contracts when accepted. Qualification and Evaluation Criteria : They outline the minimum qualifications needed and the criteria for bid evaluation and recommendation.

Public Procurement 91

Public Procurement Bidding Procurement Bidder 91

FedScoop

APRIL 5, 2024

An artificial intelligence service deployed within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is being put to the test for things like modernizing its websites and capturing information on school closures, the agency’s top data official said.

Efficiency 139

Efficiency Data Innovation Media 139

AWS Public Sector

AUGUST 6, 2024

This targeted approach offers clearer accountability, enhanced transparency, simplified risk assessment, and focused testing procedures. Privacy by design ensures that good privacy practices are built into your information systems, business processes, products, and services.

Government 75

Government Government Ethics Transparency 75

SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Additionally, in a somewhat unique situation, the court in Myriddian not only had to inform the awardee, Cloud Harbor, that it was noncompliant and, therefore, ineligible, but also had to inform the contracting agency, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). United States , No. 23-443 (Fed. May 23, 2023).

Evaluation 59

Evaluation Bidding Negotiation Government Contracts 59

FedScoop

JUNE 28, 2024

The Chief Data Officers Council was created in compliance with the Foundations for Evidence-Based Policymaking Act of 2018 to promote data-sharing across the federal landscape and assist agencies with the implementation of transparent data practices called for in the OPEN Government Data Act. Willam Timmons, R-S.C.,

IT 102

IT Data Transparency Inventory 102

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 4, 2024

Public procurement needs to be more transparent, efficient, and accountable to tackle the major social and economic challenges faced by governments across the world. Transparency on legal and regulatory frameworks To make e-GP systems work effectively, it’s essential to have supportive legislative arrangements in place.

E-procurement 82

E-procurement Procurement Public Procurement Transparency 82

European Law: Public Procurement

OCTOBER 8, 2012

Reading the Evropaïki Dynamiki (ESP-ISEP) Judgment, one cannot but wonder if EU public procurement rules do not still impose an excessive degree of transparency in the debriefing of disappointed bidders. Summary tables showed, on the basis of the results of the technical and financial evaluation, the final ranking for each of the two lots.

Collusion 40

Collusion Public Procurement Transparency Tender 40

FedScoop

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

It will put in place commonsense safeguards for the highest-risk applications of AI — like in our critical infrastructure — and improve transparency for policymakers and consumers.” It would also support NIST’s development of a methodology to mitigate unanticipated behavior from AI systems.

Transportation 111

Transportation Transportation Innovation Risk Management 111

Open Contracting Partnership

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The public procurement agency improved access to information about upcoming opportunities for women-led and small businesses and conducted training to improve their capacity to respond. But “gathering information on women businesses already engaged in the state’s contracting was a challenge,” says Egghead.

E-procurement 89

E-procurement Procurement Public Procurement Bidding 89

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 3, 2024

OMB’s Miller said the memo focused on concepts like interoperability, transparency, data portability and intellectual property rights. “We Once agencies have decided these rules apply to the AI tools or capabilities they are buying, OMB says another key factor to consider when trying to ensure a competitive market.

Inventory 131

Inventory Budget Management Utilities 131

Federal News Network

APRIL 19, 2024

These regulations and associated guidance address a host of contracting officer responsibilities, including but not limited to, proposal evaluation, negotiations, price and/or cost analysis, data rights, and foreign acquisition ( e.g. , TAA). This step towards greater transparency is in the public interest.

Procurement 93

Procurement Negotiation Price Transparency 93

AWS Public Sector

MARCH 15, 2024

Or you may want to draw on information held in publicly-available repositories or procured from a third party. Carefully evaluate any original sources; the integrity, completeness, and currency of the data; how usable it is in its current form; and how to safeguard that data throughout its use.

Data 134

Data Import Efficiency Balance 134

AWS Public Sector

JUNE 24, 2024

They create an enabling culture for innovation and promote transparency and trust in digitized services. The Canadian government’s Information and Communications Technology Council (ICTC) program Beyond the Cloud trains people and upskills employees for essential roles such as cloud architects, engineers, and administrators.

Government 78

Government Government Transparency Public Private Partnership 78

SmallGovCon

MAY 2, 2024

But it is informative, nonetheless. In case you have never heard of these scorecards in the past, the annual scorecard details information on the various categories of small businesses recognized by the SBA. You can find a list of all included agencies as well as more detailed information on how the process works here.

Contract 104

Contract Government Contracts Negotiation Transparency 104

FedInsider

MARCH 25, 2024

Using a templatized technology strategy can boost mission outcomes while humanizing data-driven modernization and leveraging artificial intelligence in a responsible, transparent way. A “digital playbook” can provide a comprehensive guide to the process, describing both overarching strategy and tactical approaches. For instance, the U.S.

Participation 93

Participation Media Transparency Data 93

The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

Many procurement teams lack the technical expertise to draft precise specifications or rigorously evaluate proposals. The Role of AI in Procurement AI offers powerful tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in procurement processes.

Procurement 59

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Public Procurement 59

Great Government Through Technology

MARCH 28, 2024

Key to successful organizations Government acquisition professionals are out there every day doing the hard work of evaluating requirements to determine what’s possible, what’s working, and what could be improved. Buy, sell — Be part of the procurement picture Without YOU, we can’t make IT happen! Thank you for your unwavering dedication.

IT 64

IT Supply Chain Transparency Procurement 64

Open Contracting Partnership

JUNE 3, 2024

It’s an appropriate workplace for the woman spearheading efforts to increase transparency and oversight of public spending in Rwanda, by digitalizing the platform running the country’s public procurement and professionalizing its workforce and processes. The number one source of data is the e-GP system, starting at the planning stage.

Public Procurement 80

Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement Transparency 80

VWV

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The Procurement Act 2023 (the Act) introduces a range of reforms aimed at simplifying and enhancing transparency in the procurement process, which should be good news for suppliers. How has the evaluation criteria changed? How will the increased transparency impact suppliers?

Supplier 52

Supplier Procurement Tender Award Criteria 52

ivalua

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

As teams worked with suppliers through creative solutions, it became obvious that transparency and supplier risk management are essential components to maintain stability during crises like these. Create speed and transparency. Making processes transparent enables everyone along the supply chain to react quickly.

Supply Chain 97

Supply Chain Supplier Manufacturing Procurement Team 97

Federal News Network

AUGUST 9, 2024

Over the next four years, GSA fine-tuned the applicability/scope of TDR, established evaluation criteria, and monitored TDR performance. In 2021, after reviewing the Fiscal Year 2020 evaluation results, GSA decided that the “TDR Pilot” was eligible for expansion.

Price 59

Price Transparency Supply Chain Data 59

AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

On the left side, various data providers supply information to the PPDS. Here, the data is enriched with information from additional sources and can be linked to other data spaces. A data quality analysis tool is also available, enabling users to evaluate and ensure the integrity of their data. Architectural diagram of the PPDS.

Public Procurement 69

Public Procurement Data Procurement Quality 69

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Transparency and accountability are crucial to maintaining public trust and require clear policies on surveillance use and data access.” However, it is crucial for agencies to carefully evaluate the available contracts to ensure they meet specific needs and to be mindful of potential limitations, such as limited vendor options.”

Purchasing 110

Purchasing Total Cost of Ownership Government Government 110

Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As Einer Fogh of GIZ Uganda highlights, “there is a vibrant civil society in Uganda, with many organizations working on transparency and anticorruption. But these organizations aren’t connected to the right government agencies, they don’t have good access to information, to the procurement plans, and the open data.

Public Procurement 135

Public Procurement Procurement Contract Collaboration 135

SmallGovCon

APRIL 4, 2024

A large portion of SAM is contractor information. ” In this case, the awardee submitted its renewal information on SAM prior to the expiration of its current SAM registration, but the processing of its renewal did not complete until after the expiration date. So much federal contracting activity flows through or starts there.

Bidding 69

Bidding Evaluation Government Contracts Procurement 69

FedInsider

MARCH 4, 2024

Additional Information: Prerequisites & Advance Preparation : None required. For more information regarding concern and/or program cancellation policies please contact: Certs@FedInsiderNews.com * To receive CPE credit you must arrive on time, fill out and submit your evaluation to registration as you leave.

Government 98

Government Government Strategic Planning Data 98

GovSpend

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Government procurement should be transparent and efficient. With troves of information available, the marketplace should be a breeding ground for data innovation, revealing opportunities. I was introduced to GovSpend during the diligence process as Thompson Street Capital Partners evaluated making an investment in the business.

Data 105

Data Quality Purchasing Transparency 105

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

FedInsider

OCTOBER 3, 2023

He has led and executed a wide variety of computer security reviews to evaluate the adequacy of information systems general and application controls. Kingsberry has more than 30 years of experience in information technology and has a diverse background in federal and state government as well as corporate technology leadership.

Leadership 111

Leadership Engineering Management Networking 111

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Screenshot of the webpage [link] (accessed 22 February 2024), where this information is available in accessible format. It is also interesting that the ATRS allows public sector AI deployers to fill in but not publish the relevant documents, as a form of self-reflective/evaluative exercise.

Innovation 64

Innovation Procurement Government Government 64

How to Crack a Nut

NOVEMBER 3, 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. Public procurement is an opportunity to put into practice how we will evaluate and use technology.’

Procurement 80

Procurement Evaluation Participation Collaboration 80

AWS Public Sector

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

As citizens’ expectations evolve and the need for rapid, accurate information becomes more pronounced, state and local governments seek smarter ways to keep pace. To understand how these technologies work together to enhance information retrieval and generation, let’s examine the process flow of an LLM integrated with RAG.

Efficiency 75

Efficiency Government Government Integration 75

American City & Country

AUGUST 16, 2024

Understanding the nature of today’s job market and the importance of effectively recruiting and retaining its employees, the HR department at Manatee County Sheriff’s Office took important steps to transform the way it evaluates employees’ and managers’ performance. An audit helped the team realize the gaps it could not fill.

Management 52

Management Evaluation Efficiency Collaboration 52