WashngtonExec

AUGUST 20, 2024

JoAnne Dukeshire Senior Vice President of Business Enablement, Arcfield According to Arcfield CEO Kevin Kelly, behind every winning government contracting business is a dedicated team of contracts, pricing and supply chain professionals that ensure operations run smoothly and strategies are legally and financially sound.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 26, 2024

We remain committed to this mission at the upcoming Spring Training Conference, ensuring that attendees leave with comprehensive updates on acquisition policies, programs, and initiatives in subjects like artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, the medical supply chain, and much more. We look forward to seeing you in May!

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LexBlog: Contracts & Procurement

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Join Fox Rothschild’s Federal Government Contracts & Procurement attorneys in Washington D.C. for targeted sessions and networking at our third annual Federal Contracts Symposium. Nick Solosky is a Partner in Fox Rothschild’s Government Contracts Practice Group. We look forward to seeing you there!

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WashngtonExec

AUGUST 26, 2024

JoAnne Dukeshire Senior Vice President of Business Enablement, Arcfield According to Arcfield CEO Kevin Kelly, behind every winning government contracting business is a dedicated team of contracts, pricing and supply chain professionals that ensure operations run smoothly and strategies are legally and financially sound.

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Supply Chain Contract Price Government Contracts 40

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

‘Ask the PMO Tables:’ One-on-One Sessions with Government Officials As part of our efforts to facilitate engagement between government and industry, we are excited to announce that the popular “Ask the PMO” Tables will return for both days of the Fall Training Conference! James Peake , M.D., Thank You Sponsors !

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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.

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ivalua

JULY 22, 2015

In today’s business environment, however, there are fewer opportunities to drive cost improvements using traditional strategies such as supplier consolidation or strong-arming your way to supplier price concessions. alternatives. This means becoming proficient in the practice of collaboration.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 3, 2025

There is a perception among certain folks in DoD and in Congress that the government doesn’t have enough rights to manufacture items in its supply chain that it needs, and that this allows manufacturers to extort DoD and require it to pay exorbitant prices. The other big government contract firms will do the same.

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Public Contracting Institute

AUGUST 9, 2024

Understanding key clauses and provisions in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is crucial for success in government contracting. Changes Clause (FAR 52.243-1) The Changes Clause is a fundamental provision that allows the government to make unilateral changes to the contract within its general scope.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MAY 13, 2024

This year’s Spring Training Conference featured opportunities, including GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), GSA Pricing Tools, SAM.Gov, Medical/Surgical Supply BPAs, VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS), VA Prosthetics, and the DHS Intellectual Property (IP) Investigations Center.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 1, 2024

If you missed out on this week’s training, we are returning both courses to our regular rotation of annual events and we would love to see you next time.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 11, 2024

NW, Washington, D.C. 20006), with virtual attendance available as well.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Topics covered during the training will include: The GSA Schedules Program: An Entry Point to Government Contracting Obtaining Your GSA Schedule or Schedule Modification, along with Option Extensions Navigating the Price Negotiation Process Better Understanding of Management and Compliance of the Price Reduction Clause Schedule e-Tools: Tips on Competing (..)

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LexBlog: Contracts & Procurement

JUNE 3, 2022

As we recently covered here , contractors experiencing material cost escalation on firm-fixed-price (FFP) contracts face a difficult road to recover those increased costs from the Government. In response, the Department of Defense (DOD) issued new Guidance on Inflation and Economic Price Adjustment.

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Fox Rothschild: Government Contracts

DECEMBER 6, 2022

This should make more business owners eligible to qualify for the valuable small business set-aside work for the federal government. Inflation has been a source of great frustration for federal contractors since the pandemic began and the supply chain was disrupted.

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Tracker Intelligence

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This analysis will explore the main NAO findings, look at their wider significance and propose steps to reinvigorate competition in government procurement. Without competitive bidding, prices go up, and the quality of goods and services languishes. Yet, limited competition in the procurement landscape can be disastrous.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 15, 2024

NW, Washington, D.C. 20006), with virtual attendance available as well.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

‘Ask the PMO Tables:’ One-on-One Sessions with Government Officials As part of our efforts to facilitate engagement between government and industry, we are excited to announce that the popular “Ask the PMO” Tables will return for both days of the Fall Training Conference! Pricing details included in the prospectus.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

JANUARY 12, 2024

After the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, the contractor alleged that its subcontractors faced a number of impacts, such as government-ordered changes to the method and manner of the work, restricted access to the worksite, excessive price increases, and supply chain issues. View the full article

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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. James Peake , M.D.,

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

PAP 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing, is one such example. Given the significant pricing policy changes outlined in the PAP, it should have been subject to public review and comment. The questions all go to the integrity of the data being used to assess fair and reasonable pricing.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 17, 2024

‘Ask the PMO Tables:’ One-on-One Sessions with Government Officials As part of our efforts to facilitate engagement between government and industry, we are excited to announce that the popular “Ask the PMO” Tables will return for both days of the Fall Training Conference! Pricing details included in the prospectus.

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Select GCR

MARCH 12, 2024

These industry leaders have a proven track record of successfully executing major contracts, and being part of their supply chain enhances your reputation in the eyes of clients and investors alike. Enhanced Credibility Associating with prime contractors adds a layer of credibility to your business.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

During the training, Jason, Lorraine, and Addie 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

JANUARY 25, 2024

In the proposed rule, GSA is proposing that MAS contractors be required to identify whether or not they offer SUP-free packaging for supplies, and if so, “whether the SUP-free packaging is standard or must be specified by the ordering official.” Identification would take place when the contractor submits their price list.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In the proposed rule, GSA is proposing that MAS contractors be required to identify whether or not they offer SUP-free packaging for supplies, and if so, “whether the SUP-free packaging is standard or must be specified by the ordering official.” Identification would take place when the contractor submits their price list.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

million federal employees who will be directly impacted in some way by a federal government shutdown with the majority facing a furlough of an undetermined length. federal government contracts signed every year and they may be impacted by a shutdown. Finally, the federal government spends approximately $1.2

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 18, 2024

In the proposed rule, GSA is proposing that MAS contractors be required to identify whether or not they offer SUP-free packaging for supplies, and if so, “whether the SUP-free packaging is standard or must be specified by the ordering official.” Identification would take place when the contractor submits their price list.

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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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Federal News Network

JANUARY 24, 2024

The landscape of government contracting pricing is stuck in a bygone era. In my 26 th year as a business owner and contractor with hundreds of proposals under my belt, I’ve witnessed the complex evolution of pricing strategies and their practical implications.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

The Software Acquisition Guide for Government Enterprise Consumers was created by the Information and Communications Technology Supply Chain Risk Management Task Force, a group co-led by CISA and industry representatives. The rule consolidates the four existing MAS EPA clauses into a single clause.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

The amendment includes the following eight updates to the solicitations: The provision at FAR 52.204-29, Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act Orders—Representation and Disclosures, is being incorporated into the solicitation. 2] In a recent size protest, quotes were submitted on August 31, 2023.

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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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Accordingly, contractors competing under OT solicitations (as well as government contracting personnel) should be aware of the potential for judicial review of these kinds of acquisitions. The new prices will be effective Jan 1, 2026.

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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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

Contractors should also be aware of the following opportunities that the Government is considering to reduce plastics in the Federal supply chain: The fact sheet touts past Federal accomplishments, including the FSS Single Use Plastics Final Rule that the Coalition commented on in February.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

The RFI included 13 questions on infrastructure/supply chain resilience, workforce, innovation, acquisition, policy, and regulatory environment. The plan must also look to transition the DoD supply chain to domestically sourced or Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliant ingredients.

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