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Smart Public Procurement for Better Public Spending in Latin America and the Caribbean

Inter-American Development Bank

At its core, it advocates for the implementation of regulatory reforms, digital transformation, and strategic planning to create a procurement system that responds effectively to complex societal needs. In contrast, relational contracting emphasizes cooperation for mutual benefit.

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Trade Agreements and Country of Origin: What You Need to Know

Public Contracting Institute

Trade agreements and country of origin requirements play a big role in international trade and government contracting. These rules are important because they affect things like taxes and which products can be used in government projects. government. .” government won’t do business with.

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Understanding EDWOSB Certification

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Key Takeaways EDWOSB (Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business) certification is aimed at providing federal contracting opportunities to women-owned small businesses that meet specific economic criteria. What is EDWOSB Certification? While all EDWOSBs are WOSBs, not all WOSBs qualify as EDWOSBs.

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A Beginner's Guide to Long-Range Acquisition Forecasts (LRAFs)

GovCon Chamber of Commerce

These procurement forecasts alert small businesses to future opportunities and contain a wealth of government contracting market research for small business vendors. What are the two biggest barriers to success in government contracting? Inform yourself first. Do you have a second to talk about that?”

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Friday Flash 01/05/2024

The Coalition for Government Procurement

The rule, entitled “Nondisplacement of Qualified Workers under Service Contracts,” requires that contractors and subcontractors who work on “covered Federal service contracts” offer service employees on a predecessor contract a right of first refusal of employment on the successor contract. In January, U.S. General (Dr.)

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Friday Flash 10/20/23

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Most DoD assessments were found to take place above a threshold of $111.4 GAO found that DoD policy does not provide clear direction about which M&A DoD should prioritize for assessment other than those above the HSR threshold.

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Maximizing Opportunities with 8a Set Aside Contracts

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Through these contracts, the SBA ensures that firms owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals can compete in the federal marketplace, fostering equitable access to government contracting dollars. The first step is obtaining 8(a) certification, which involves a detailed application process.