AWS Public Sector

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Forrester identified AWS Marketplace as a leader in its most recent Forrester Wave evaluation of software as a service (SaaS) marketplaces. The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Marketplace is a centralized location that houses thousands of third-party software, data, and services that run on AWS.

Government 81

Government Government Purchasing Negotiation 81

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

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, in the spirit of “Fair and Reasonable Transparency,” the Coalition submitted to the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) feedback on its “ FAS Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing.”

Price 40

Price Transparency Negotiation Electronics 40

The Coalition for Government Procurement

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). For this reason, procurement policy flow-downs cannot be one-sided.

Procurement 49

Procurement Negotiation Price Transparency 49

Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

HUBZone-certified businesses not only gain eligibility for set-aside contracts but also receive a 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions. Challenge.gov Challenge.gov hosts competitions and prize challenges where small businesses can showcase their innovative solutions to meet federal agency needs.

Government 52

Government Government Government Contracts Negotiation 52

The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

This method is typically used to encourage participation from domestic suppliers and contractors. In cases where the procurement entity lacks a comprehensive database of potential suppliers or aims to ensure broader market participation, advertising may also be necessary.

Procurement 94

Procurement Competitive Bidding Bidding Supplier 94

Federal News Network

MARCH 25, 2024

How is AI being leveraged to streamline procurement processes and evaluations? Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Price Evaluation. Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. Small business opportunities.

Procurement 59

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Buyers 59

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Currently, the Schedule program is deemed a competitive procedure if participation is open to all responsible sources and orders and contracts under the program result in the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the government’s needs.

Price 45

Price Innovation Quality Participation 45

Federal News Network

JUNE 4, 2024

I think most government contractors have contracts that are negotiated and the prices are negotiated upfront, and then they have to adhere to those prices over the course of the entire five-to-10 year contract. And that shows up in the way they’re evaluating the RFP, for sure. They want both.

Government 138

Government Government Supply Chain Manufacturing 138

The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 22, 2024

How is AI being leveraged to streamline procurement processes and evaluations? Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Price Evaluation. Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. Small business opportunities.

Procurement 49

Procurement Supply Chain E-procurement Buyers 49

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

This language would require suppliers to adhere to specified actions that are “consistent with the Framework” (although the bills do not specify what these actions will be) and provide “appropriate access to data, models, and parameters…to enable sufficient test and evaluation, verification, and validation.” Register now by clicking here.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Price Negotiation Utilities Procurement 52

Mike Purdy's Public Contracting

JULY 18, 2017

City of Bellingham Position: Purchasing Manager Location: Bellingham, Washington Closing Date: Friday, August 11, 2017 at 4:30 pm Pacific Time Interview Schedule: The most qualified candidates will be asked to participate in a panel interview on August 31, 2017.

Purchasing 100

Purchasing Management Warehouse E-procurement 100

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This recruitment helps diversify the pool of government contractors and provides opportunities for smaller businesses to participate in large government projects. This not only enables you to bid on contracts but also allows agencies to evaluate your business capabilities and services, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Bidding Government 52

Select GCR

JUNE 11, 2024

In a firm-fixed-price contract, the contractor completes the project requirements at a negotiated price, which does not change, and the contractor bears full responsibility for profit or loss. In these contracts, the profit varies and is adjusted based on the contractor’s performance and the final negotiated fee.

Government 52

Government Government Contract Government Contracts 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

Last year, the Coalition raised $13,000 for PPH through the generosity of our members and participants of the tournament. AI Safety Institute (AISI)” and address the lack of standardized processes for agencies’ evaluation of AI systems before deployment. million to install and evaluate the systems. GSA plans to invest $9.6

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Evaluation E-procurement Manufacturing 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Don’t miss your chance to participate in the Joseph P. The first group of negotiated prices are for 10 Medicare Part D drugs that treat a variety of conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and cancer. Register for Next Week’s Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament Last Call to Register!

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement Price 52

How to Crack a Nut

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

While the theoretical expectation could be that the public buyer would opt for a competitive dialogue or innovation partnership, as procedures targeted at this type of procurement, evidence of EU level practice shows that public buyers have a strong preference for competitive procedures with negotiations.

Procurement 52

Procurement Tender Buyers Contract 52

Federal News Network

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Last week, a guidance memo came out, having to do with small business participation in government-wide acquisition contract. But you know that, in fact, companies may find it easier to compete for work under their, quote, reduced administrative burden and simpler evaluation procedures than they do just pursuing competition in the open market.

Professional Services 97

Professional Services Bidding Contract Balance 97

Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

Key Principles and Objectives of the FAR The FAR functions not only as a set of rules but also as a navigational tool, directing all government acquisition participants towards ethical practices and efficient procurement. Set-asides are a cornerstone of the FAR’s strategy to ensure small business participation in federal procurement.

Ethics 52

Ethics Procurement Price Procurement Contracts 52

Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 29, 2024

Under both of these circumstances, the procuring agency cannot count the options or orders as an award to a small business or small business program participant for goaling purposes. 121.404(b)(4)(ii)). To that end, SBA’s commentary and proposed new 13 C.F.R. United States , 165 Fed. 745 (2023).

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Participation Purchasing Contract 52

Select GCR

MAY 7, 2024

A small business must meet eligibility criteria set by the SBA, register with SAM, attain small business certifications to participate in government contracting, and then utilize platforms like SAM.gov, dsbs.sba.gov, and Select GCR Pro to discover small business government contractor opportunities.

Government Contracts 98

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 98

Federal News Network

JANUARY 16, 2024

We’ve had negotiations with TRANSCOM to adjust for the inflation that’s occurred. Ken Brennan, TRANSCOM’s director of acquisition, said DoD is still confident the GHC model will be effective, and that enough movers will participate once the transition to the new contract begins. “We We’re not anti-GHC; we’re just anti-losing money.

Contract 119

Contract Transportation Transportation Price 119

FedInsider

APRIL 25, 2024

JD Jack, General Manager for Google Public Sector Cybersecurity, talks how “security validation” can show you how to look at the tools you have, and find a way to evaluate them. Paul Blahusch, CISO for the Department of Labor, shares where agencies should anticipate weaknesses and how funding should be appropriated.

Leadership 52

Leadership Consulting Management Media 52

Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

4022(f), which enables the DoD to award a follow-on production contract or transaction, without competitive procedures, to the participants in a successful Prototype OTA that was competitively awarded and successfully completed. Production OTAs are authorized under 10 U.S.C. Compare these statutes to 10 U.S.C. B-417379, Apr.

Bidding 52

Bidding Procurement Contracts Procurement Contract 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. In the past, the regional structure gave rise to differing cultures, negotiation approaches, and interpretations of applicable regulations and solicitation provisions.

Price 52

Price E-procurement Supply Chain Procurement 52

Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

To thrive in federal contracting, having an active registration on SAM is non-negotiable. DSBS also facilitates the formation of partnerships and subcontracting opportunities, enabling small businesses to participate more actively in federal contracting. This will help them stand out to procurement officers and government officials.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Government Government Contract 52

Procureware

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

How are bids evaluated? The answers to these questions will help you prioritize common sourcing tools and evaluate them as they relate to your top goals, current processes, and specialization within your specific industry. For further discussion about supplier networks, see Evaluate the Options: Choosing a Supplier Network ) 3.

Management 40

Management Supplier Bidding Insurance 40

Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 20, 2024

Mr Hennessee argued for a more nuanced reality, mentioning that many advisory firms evaluate the levels of political risk for various countries. Ms Fatás Pérez added that negotiations on the creation of a multilateral investment court would still require significant work.

Negotiation 52

Negotiation IT Corruption Quality 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

We look forward to your participation! Relatedly, the Department is authorized to evaluate risks associated with the likelihood that an IaaS product or provider may be used for malicious cyber-enabled activity, and recommend remediation measures to address such risks. Access the recording here.

Inventory 52

Inventory Price Contract Supply Chain 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

Barring size status protests, the number of companies authorized to participate by domain is as follows: Domain Awardees Total companies found responsible to do cost-type work (i.e., OASIS+ Small Business Awardees Announced On July 30, the General Services Administration (GSA) announced the first OASIS+ Small Business contract awardees.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Bidding E-procurement Procurement 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Golfers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. During this webinar, Stephen and Greg will provide advanced insights and address additional complex issues related to negotiating, managing, and maintaining FSS contracts for brand drugs, generic drugs, and medical devices.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain E-procurement Procurement Bidding 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

Last year, the Coalition was fortunate to raise $13,000 for PPH through the generosity of our members and participants of the tournament. In 2013, Paws for Purple Hearts launched its first Training Boot Camp, where Service Dogs who participated in Canine-Assisted Warrior Therapy® were matched with an impaired Warrior.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Data Price Thresholds 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The AISIC will develop guidelines for “red-teaming, capability evaluations, risk management, safety and security, and watermarking synthetic content,” and will be housed within the U.S. Similar to the recent OASIS+ procurement, Alliant 3 will utilize a self-scoring system to evaluate a contractor’s status as a BIC solution provider.

Price 52

Price E-procurement Ethics Contract 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.”

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain Price Contract E-procurement 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It may seem crass or trivializing to speak of procurement at this time, but we must recognize that the procurement system, and our participation in it, is at the center of our nation’s ability to defend itself, to defend its friends, and to uplift the shared human values of the civilized world. And, if so, how will such a dispute be handled?

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain E-procurement Price Procurement 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

To reduce PALT, FAS has looked to the Commercial Platforms program, which includes “pre-negotiated agreements across the Federal Government with eight commercial marketplaces” that purchase card holders can utilize. GSA is also looking to reduce PALT through oral and video presentations for technical evaluations.

E-procurement 52

E-procurement Procurement Price Contract 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The full schedule of tables for both the governmentwide and healthcare conference days can be found below: “Ask the PMO” Session Date Invited Government Participants GSA MAS: Program officials from GSA’s MAS Program will be available to answer any Schedule-related questions. 5] Thus, OHA found the JV ineligible for award.

Supply Chain 52

Supply Chain E-procurement Procurement Contract 52