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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

This article will guide you through the essentials of government contracting, from understanding different contract types to the steps required to secure a contract with government. For many businesses, engaging in federal government contracts can be a significant revenue stream and a catalyst for growth.

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Public Contracting Institute

MAY 23, 2024

As we prepare for our 11th episode of Season 11, here are a few FAR Facts for us to think about: Contract types are grouped into two broad categories: fixed-price and cost-reimbursement contracts. Contract types that are not described in the FAR shall not be used, except as a FAR subpart 1.4 FAR 16.101(b). FAR 16.102(b).

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 22, 2024

The post GSA Clarifies Permissibility of Upfront Payments for Software-as-a-Service Offerings appeared first on Government Contracts Legal Forum. View the full article

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Federal News Network

JUNE 4, 2024

Generally, the government contracting markets have been relatively insulated from the economic conditions. 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.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Department of the Navy awarded Forward Slope a place on the Seaport-NxG Multiple Award Contract (MAC). For those unfamiliar with Seaport-NxG, it is both a set of Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) MACs and the platform used by the Navy to solicit, award, and administer task orders under those IDIQ MACs.

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SmallGovCon

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

124.506 , if an 8(a) contract price would exceed a certain threshold ($7 million for manufacturing contracts, $4.5 It “implemented this regulation to prevent an agency from dividing an IDIQ contract into separate smaller contract actions to make award to a single firm without competition.” Under 13 C.F.R.

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SmallGovCon

OCTOBER 25, 2023

However, recurring indefinite delivery or indefinite quantity task or delivery order construction services are not considered new ( e.g., a recurring procurement requiring all construction work at base X). (C) Looking for the latest government contracting legal news? 13 CFR § 124.504. call at 785-200-8919.

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Public Contracting Institute

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The post Incomplete Attachment in Proposal appeared first on Public Contracting Institute - Government Contracts Training. This is known as blue team/red team analysis in larger procurements, but it can be done with one competent person in a smaller procurement as well.

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Federal Construction Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Notable about this case is the contractor’s invocation of a July 2, 2020 Department of Defense (DoD) memorandum concerning the financial consequences on contractors with firm-fixed-price contracts lacking an economic price adjustment clause during “historic and unprecedented challenges” in the wake of the pandemic’s onset.

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Public Contracting Institute

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The post Incomplete Attachment in Proposal appeared first on Public Contracting Institute - Government Contracts Training. This is known as blue team/red team analysis in larger procurements, but it can be done with one competent person in a smaller procurement as well.

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Public Contracting Institute

JULY 14, 2024

This standard ensures consistency and fairness in cost accounting practices across government contractors. To truly grasp the importance of CAS 407, it’s essential to have a solid foundation in government contracting principles.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

First and foremost, if enacted, the legislative language will enable the Schedule program to continue to modernize beyond the price reduction clause, which clause represents the antithesis of best value. Certainly, there will be task or delivery order competitions where price is the determining factor.

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Select GCR

MAY 14, 2024

It’s like a treasure trove of standard solicitation provisions and contract clauses, providing a ready reference for the standard terms often incorporated in government contracts. Types of Procurement Contracts The FAR identifies and provides guidelines for various types of procurement contracts.

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LexBlog: Contracts & Procurement

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Whether a recession is here now or merely waiting in the wings, proactive government contractors can make strategic moves to be in the best possible position to weather the storm. Remedy Granting Contract Clauses As with most issues with government contracting, the operative question is – what is in your contract.

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Schedule contracts provide for an extensive volume of competitive cost/price offerings. FAR Part 19, “Small Business Programs,” and 8.4, “Federal Supply Schedules” Encouraging the participation of small businesses in procurement contract requirements, as deemed applicable, is government policy. The post FAR 8.4

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Public Contracting Institute

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Schedule contracts provide for an extensive volume of competitive cost/price offerings. FAR Part 19, “Small Business Programs,” and 8.4, “Federal Supply Schedules” Encouraging the participation of small businesses in procurement contract requirements, as deemed applicable, is government policy. The post FAR 8.4

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This year’s tables include: November 20: GSA MAS PMO GSA Pricing Tools Medical/Surgical Supply BPAs SAM.gov PMO VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) November 21: VA FSS Community Care Network (CCN) View the agendas for more details. Pricing details included in the prospectus. Thus, the VA set the solicitation aside for small business.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 2024

During the training, Jason, Liam, and Alex will cover the following topics and more: Pricing – Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)/Commercial Sales Practices (CSP); Domestic Preferences; Supply Chain; Enforcement/Mandatory Disclosure/Ethics; Sustainability Requirements/Policy; and Bid Protests Update.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 17, 2024

This year’s tables include: November 20: GSA MAS PMO GSA Pricing Tools Medical/Surgical Supply BPAs SAM.gov PMO VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) November 21: VA FSS VA Prosthetics Community Care Network (CCN) View the agendas for more details. Pricing details included in the prospectus.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Attendees will be able to choose from several program-specific sessions to engage in dialogue with key government personnel on topics such as E-Commerce, GSA IT Schedules and Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), and more. Pricing details included in the prospectus. Click here to register. Click here to register.

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Select GCR

MARCH 12, 2024

Effective March 1st, General Dynamics Mission Systems secured a notable $239 million Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Northrop has secured a firm-fixed-price contract from the Army, valued at over $92 million, for the production and delivery of the XM343 Standoff Activated Volcano Obstacle System.

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Government Contracts & Investigations

DECEMBER 6, 2023

the GAO sustained the protest challenging the agency’s award of a task order where the record demonstrated the awardee’s quotation failed to meet the requirements of the solicitation and improperly proposed “open market” items not available on the awardee’s Federal Supply Schedule (“FSS”) contract. [2] In RELX, Inc. ,

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Pricing details included in the prospectus. Robert Skinner, the next iteration will include streamlined cloud capability, greater diversity in cloud service providers, and potentially “an option of not having task orders competed, that we can have an [indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity] as well as task order competition.”

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Select GCR

JUNE 11, 2024

If you’re exploring contract types that any government agency uses, understanding the distinctions between fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and other specialized contracts is paramount. This guide cuts through the complexity, offering a concise overview of each contract type’s structure and purpose in federal procurement.

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Inside Government Contracts

MARCH 1, 2024

The new rule (1) increases the applicable domestic content threshold for domestic end products, and (2) creates a framework for the application of an enhanced price preference for domestic products that are considered critical products or are made up of critical components. The list will be populated in a separate rulemaking.

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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. ” [5] Iron ore prices are down from 2021, but still above 2015-2019 averages.

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Inside Government Contracts

MARCH 12, 2024

That general waiver has been in place ever since. This change in policy comes in the wake of the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act’s Build America, Buy America (“BABA”) provisions, which expanded Buy America coverage broadly in federal financial assistance programs for infrastructure. Comments on the RFI are open until May 13, 2024.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Pricing details included in the prospectus. In addition, below are considerations for member companies to manage contract and cost risks in the event of a government shutdown on October 1: Review your contract- What is the contract type? Is the contract fully or incrementally funded? 8, A3 Price Template V.2

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Procurement Notes

MARCH 16, 2023

Department of Labor (“DoL”), Bureau of Labor Statistics (“BLS”) Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (“CPI-U”). 3] Because economists often consider food and energy prices to be too volatile, they may pull those items out to see what is called “core inflation.” [4] Here, I provide some of the latest information and updates.

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Procurement Notes

JUNE 15, 2021

Jay Blindauer A contractor will often incur a significant cost (in time and money) to prepare and submit a proposal for a possible Government contract. Therefore, the general rule that competition “on the basis of competitive proposals” must have price competition is not absolute. [24] 2305(b), and FAR 6.401(b). [22]

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GovCon & Trade

AUGUST 28, 2023

Whether through the vaccine mandate, minimum wage increase, emissions disclosure rules, or now with Buy America (BA) rules, the Biden administration has long used the government contracting community to advance its domestic policies. The GAO agreed with Unico, finding the waiver was improperly granted.

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AUGUST 27, 2024

Looking to secure a government contract? Learn how to establish your business, tap into government needs, and bid effectively to win contracts. Dive into the essentials of compliance and collaboration to maximize your success as a government contractor. They submit direct bids to undertake government contracts.

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Select GCR

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

How can you win a government contract ? This article will show you the steps to take, from understanding different contract types to crafting a winning bid, including how to find government contracts and bidding on them. Get ready to navigate the world of government contracts with confidence.

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Select GCR

JANUARY 28, 2025

This guide breaks down the major contract types government agencies use, including fixed-price, cost reimbursement, time and materials, and IDIQ contracts. Each contract type has specific uses and benefits, which are important for any business aiming to work with the government.

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Select GCR

APRIL 8, 2025

Engaging in small business programs like the HUBZone , 8(a), WOSB, and SDVOSB enhances competitive advantages through set-aside contracts and specialized support, aiding success in the federal marketplace. The federal government spends billions of dollars each year on contracts, making it a significant market for businesses of all sizes.

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Federal News Network

APRIL 17, 2025

But in a larger contract there’s more rules and regulations around what kinds of costs you can recover. Terry Gerton: And sometimes, I guess, something like an indefinite delivery, indefinate quantity, an IDIQ, a contractor may incur some costs to set up upfront before they ever know if they’re going to get an order.

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Select GCR

APRIL 15, 2025

Types of Federal IT Contracts Federal IT contracting offers several types of contracts, each designed to meet specific procurement needs. Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) are another type, offering pre-competed contracts that enhance inter-agency collaboration and provide tailored IT solutions.

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