Government Contracts & Investigations

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

This means that, like standard contracting vehicles, OTAs may be protested to the U.S. It is important to note, however, that an OTA is not the same as a procurement contract, cooperative agreement, or grant. Court of Federal Claims (“COFC”) or to the GAO. 31 U.S.C. §§ 3551(1), 3552; 4 C.F.R. B-417379, Apr. B-419503, Feb.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 4, 2024

As a general rule, the Federal Government does not deal directly with subcontractors, and the CDA only grants the CBCA jurisdiction over “procurement contracts” (i.e., the software company’s) EULA is incorporated into the procurement contract. the MSA and Carahsoft’s FSS contract, or the Task Order).

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

It’s crucial to meticulously read the Request for Proposal (RFP) as it encompasses all the requirements, such as project details, timeline, and evaluation criteria. Identifying Opportunities Identifying federal contract opportunities requires vigilance and the right tools. We will delve deeper into each of these steps.

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It must convince evaluators that you fully understand the project’s objectives, have relevant specialised capabilities to deliver success, and can complete the work within budget. Following these tips will significantly improve how your tenders resonate with evaluators and address their priority requirements for shortlisting.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Transparency and Compliance Procurement data analytics allows public sector businesses to increase transparency by having up-to-date information on supplier risk, spending analysis, and procurement contracts. By identifying potential risks, procurement teams can proactively address vulnerabilities.

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Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

In addition, the government accountability office plays a crucial role in monitoring and evaluating the performance of these agencies. The FAR identifies various types of procurement contracts, and mandates that all applicable legal and procedural requirements must be fulfilled before contract formation.

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Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In short, public procurement allows local businesses to serve their communities and taxpayers well. Such a service requires the government to procure contracts in a well-managed and efficient manner. Furthermore, when the government improves its public procurement process, it can save significant amounts of money.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MARCH 9, 2023

It is estimated that less than one percent of the $10 trillion spent annually on global public procurement is awarded to women-owned businesses. [1] 1] There are different restrictions that explain this low participation of women-led companies in the awarding of public procurement contracts. 2) Definition of requirements.

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The Procurement School

JULY 16, 2024

A transactional contract management activity is to establish procurement contract templates to include standard terms and conditions, payment terms and dispute resolution mechanisms, which can be tailored to specific types of procurements. It frees up time for developing proactive strategic supplier relationships.

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Federal News Network

JUNE 25, 2024

You do your market research, then you do your solicitation, your evaluation, your award. Ultimately, the procuring contracting officer has to make the present responsibility determination before awarding the contract. It really focuses a lot on the question of market research.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 22, 2024

4 The Court rejected the government’s contention that because OTs are not procurement contracts subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”), they are necessarily removed from the Court’s bid protest jurisdiction. Examining the text and legislative history of the OT statutes at issue (i.e.,

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ivalua

MAY 15, 2019

Such visual representations of legal clauses enable us to navigate into the space of clauses by their meaning and help the user quickly analyze and evaluate the quality of the clause repository (duplicates, mislabeled, modifications of original clauses…). retrieval of the original clause or template.

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ivalua

MAY 15, 2019

Such visual representations of legal clauses enable us to navigate into the space of clauses by their meaning and help the user quickly analyze and evaluate the quality of the clause repository (duplicates, mislabeled, modifications of original clauses…). retrieval of the original clause or template.

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Scottish Government Procurement

JUNE 24, 2024

Further details can be found here: Procurement – media planning buying and associated services: guidance – gov.scot (www.gov.scot) Recruitment Ads and Pins The renewal process for Recruitment Ads and Pins is underway with tender submissions being evaluated. The planned start date for the new framework is 11 July 2024.

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How to Crack a Nut

APRIL 4, 2023

the highest) performance metric to win procurement contracts ‘, while ‘ not all buyers may have the technical knowledge to understand which performance metrics are most relevant to their procurement decision ’ (at 10). Some vendors raised concerns that their competitors choose the most favourable (i.e.,

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Select GCR

JUNE 18, 2024

Manufacturers can utilize the NIST Self-Assessment Handbook (NIST Handbook 162) to evaluate their implementation of NIST SP 800-171 and gauge their preparedness for DFARS compliance. During a readiness assessment, defense contractors must provide objective evidence that addresses all requirements.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

As a general rule, the Federal Government does not deal directly with subcontractors, and the CDA only grants the CBCA jurisdiction over “procurement contracts” (i.e., the software company’s) EULA is incorporated into the procurement contract. the MSA and Carahsoft’s FSS contract, or the Task Order).

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Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Awarding the Contract The winning supplier is selected based on clear criteria, ensuring fair and competitive procurement. Contract Management Once the deal is signed, contract management ensures the supplier delivers as promised. E-Procurement It is the digital way of handling public purchasing.

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The Procurement School

JANUARY 22, 2024

Rated Criteria The technical evaluation criteria needs to align clearly with the scope / performance requirements of the good / service being procured. The clearer the technical evaluation criteria the better the procurement outcome. There needs to be a difference between an evaluation ‘need’ and a ‘want’.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

AI Safety Institute (AISI)” and address the lack of standardized processes for agencies’ evaluation of AI systems before deployment. The AISI will create evaluation tools, test AI models and safeguards, issue guidance on AI safety and risk management, and conduct technical research. million to install and evaluate the systems.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

4 The Court rejected the government’s contention that because OTs are not procurement contracts subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”), they are necessarily removed from the Court’s bid protest jurisdiction. Examining the text and legislative history of the OT statutes at issue (i.e., To access the recording, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

4 The Court rejected the government’s contention that because OTs are not procurement contracts subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”), they are necessarily removed from the Court’s bid protest jurisdiction. Examining the text and legislative history of the OT statutes at issue (i.e.,

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

Congress has directed DLA “to evaluate the feasibility of expanding this program to help all users of the Military Health System access medicines at risk of shortage in a health emergency.” GAO Reports on Expansion of DLA Warstopper Program On July 29, GAO released a report on the Defense Logistics Agency’s (DLA) Warstopper Program.

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The Procurement School

JUNE 27, 2024

Procurement professionals must also ensure that the evaluation and selection process is conducted objectively and in accordance with the established criteria outlined in the procurement documents. Practical Application: When crafting procurement contracts, it is crucial to be thorough and precise.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 4, 2024

A compliance strategy may evaluate what technical gaps and legal risks exist and how they will be addressed. Transactions other than contracts, also known as Other Transactions (OTs) for prototype projects, are legally binding agreements that serve as alternatives to traditional government procurement contracts.

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Yes, take a global view, Kocher suggests: “One approach that I always advise is being open to evaluating foreign applications. That way, you have no barrier, and you can easily evaluate an individual’s profile instead of going through the whole resume.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 7, 2024

These acts launched a government-wide initiative that soon produced significant changes to the FAR provisions implementing the BAA in connection with federal procurement contracts. When submitting a bid on a government contract, the contents of a proposal contain a contractor’s offer to perform work at a stated cost or price.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Tracker Intelligence brings opportunities for procurement on board, thereby supporting SMEs in procurement to participate easily. From the clear tender documents to the evaluation processes, Tracker Intelligence ensures all suppliers compete on levelled ground. This limits competition and discourages innovative enhancement.

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AWS Public Sector

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A data quality analysis tool is also available, enabling users to evaluate and ensure the integrity of their data. Public buyers have access to a comprehensive knowledge base to improve their procurement processes and outcomes.

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