Public Contracting Institute

JULY 31, 2024

Common Evaluation Criteria for RFPs and RFQs Technical Capability Past Performance Price Management Approach Small Business Participation To improve your skills in evaluating proposals and conducting negotiations, consider our Negotiations training category.

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Open Contracting Partnership

DECEMBER 19, 2023

At 2 am on Saturday morning, the day after the 10th Conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was meant to end in Atlanta, exhausted negotiators finally adopted a resolution on “ Promoting transparency and integrity in public procurement in support of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development ”.

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Tracker Intelligence

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Introduction to Construction Tenders in the UK For companies that require tenders in order to obtain new contracts, construction tenders are particularly important in the UK. A contractor’s ability to deliver quality work on time and within the budget is often the most important factor considered throughout the tender process.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Contractors rapidly found that their MAS offerings were no longer economically feasible and began removing important goods and services from their contracts. We called for language clarifying the necessity of market research, using market indexes, and identifying time limits for EPA reviews and negotiations.

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Federal News Network

MAY 1, 2024

But yet, something you felt is important to highlight here. So it’s a really important tool, and it’s important to taxpayers. And government contractors will sometimes participate in the federal grant space, either as contractors or as recipients or sub recipients. Dan Ramish Yes, Tom. Tell us about that.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

India declined to participate by not appearing, contesting the tribunal’s jurisdiction since a Neutral Expert was also examining the issue and the IWT’s prohibition of parallel proceedings. India characterised the arbitration proceedings as “ illegally constructed.”

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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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Select GCR

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Similarly, the Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) program limits competition for certain contracts to businesses that participate in the program, making them eligible for set-aside contracts and other socio-economic programs they qualify for, such as small disadvantaged business opportunities.

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Federal Construction Contracting

JUNE 27, 2022

Some of those settlements resulted from Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), which the Board enthusiastically promotes, or simply reflected settlements achieved by the parties through negotiation. It is important to take emotion out of the equation and make an informed business decision.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

In a legal context, elements of emotion AI are already being used in negotiation and mediation processes (e.g., AI-powered chatbots used by Walmart to negotiate with suppliers). In essence, it allows all participants to peep into each other’s ‘heads.’

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The Procurement ClassRoom

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

However, it is important to recognize that solicitation tools are distinct from procurement methods. This method is typically used to encourage participation from domestic suppliers and contractors. Policies governing Shopping typically require quotations from at least three vendors.

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GovLoop

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Even with the best partners, there will be odd pick-up and drop-off times, meetings, times to participate and times to support (not to mention sick days). As best you can, negotiate flexible schedules with your employer to allow you to meet your family obligations and perform well at your job.

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Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The resolution professional admitted the claim at a notional value of INR 1 (approximately USD 0.012) to ensure Indian Oil’s participation in the insolvency process. The COC appealed to the Supreme Court, which set aside the NCLAT judgment, highlighting the importance of the “clean slate” doctrine under the IBC.

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Federal News Network

APRIL 10, 2024

A high-level military official negotiates with a contractor. So, this fellow VK had participated in all of the work on the Navy’s behalf for the first phase of this long-term program, and while he was negotiating and dealing with Raytheon, he was also trying to get a job there, basically, and got the job. Tom Temin Right?

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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.

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Import and Trade Remedies

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

The potential of AD and SCM committees – some examples Treatment of goods: captive use and inward processing Take, for instance, the practically important issue of the treatment of captive goods, i.e., goods traded within the same company, or goods imported under the inward processing regime, in anti-dumping investigations.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. Importance in Government Projects The successful realization of federal contracts greatly depends on prime contractors fulfilling their contractual obligations.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 30, 2024

All in all, the panelists agreed that the increasing use of mediation and negotiation imply a change of mindset within Brazil, although there is still much room for growth. As exposed by Mr. Adell, starting at the negotiation stage, there are several situations that could lead to a dispute, such as breach of confidentiality or exclusivity.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 24, 2024

A Clear Objective to Promote African States’ Interests and Participation in Dispute Settlement Mechanisms 1. Provisions Promoting African States’ Participation in Dispute Settlement The Model BIT and the Investment Protocol also contain provisions to promote Africa’s participation in dispute settlement mechanisms.

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Select GCR

APRIL 26, 2024

From initial market research to contract negotiation and performance, we stand by your side to navigate complexities and capitalize on opportunities. Participation is Required Each client must participate for SGCR to stay on the defined schedule.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 25, 2024

Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. The Coalition appreciates the efforts of FAS to maintain dialogue with industry on this important guidance. 41 USC 152(3)).

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

And so you introduce a lot of complexity for any contractor that is thinking about participating in that market. company is going to obtain a commercial export license for those defense articles from the State Department, which will allow them to negotiate with and sell directly to a foreign government. So that’s for bucket one.

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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.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MAY 5, 2024

She highlighted the importance of establishing clear obligations, noting that the Code sets out a non-exhaustive list of “risks of behaviour” which might suggest a lack of independence or impartiality. He observed that for India to pursue its goal of stable economic development, it was important to instil confidence amongst investors.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 22, 2024

Significantly, the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) is revising its guidance to contracting officers regarding the evaluation/negotiation of MAS contract pricing. The Coalition appreciates the efforts of FAS to maintain dialogue with industry on this important guidance. 41 USC 152(3)).

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Kluwer Arbitration

JUNE 7, 2024

The panel discussion covered three topics: participants introduced their respective jurisdiction’s stance on TPF, debated the merits of codifying current practices, and shared their views on how formal rules permitting TPF could impact a jurisdiction’s popularity as a forum.

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University of Bristol

APRIL 6, 2020

The importance of public procurement and supply chain management has rarely been so prominently in the public eye and political debate—except, perhaps, in the case of notorious procurement scandals, such as the recent Brexit-related #ferrygate.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 9, 2023

In her words, “a s lawyers, we play a very important role in ensuring the expeditiousness and efficiency of the procedure ”. According to the panelists, this should be done from the outset of negotiations to ensure legal certainty for all parties involved.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Agencies are directed to focus attention on maximizing small business participation below the simplified acquisition threshold. Finally, agencies are encouraged to utilize data and available procurement tools to ensure new entrants and small businesses are participating in their contracting base. We look forward to your participation!

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Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 31, 2022

Amount B focuses on the remuneration of routine marketing and distribution activities carried out in the market jurisdiction by a related party of the MNE; the details of this important aspect are still being defined. New features of the proposal It is important to acknowledge that is a very innovative proposal.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Don’t miss your chance to participate in the Joseph P. This Legal Update summarizes the Court’s decision and highlights important takeaways for federal contractors that pursue OT opportunities. The negotiated pricing is the first in a series that will be conducted through the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 11, 2024

Additional barriers that could hinder international arbitration in those days were removed such as withholding tax for foreign arbitrators and the lifting of certain restrictions on foreign counsel and arbitrators participating in international arbitrations.

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Kluwer Arbitration

APRIL 9, 2024

If such parallel jurisdiction of an EU Member State had been a requirement – or an expectation – of the CJEU, it would have grappled in its decision with the important set of issues extending from the relation between the international obligations of EU Member States under the NYC and their (essentially) international obligations under EU law.

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ivalua

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

“It was the fastest implementation that we’ve ever done, which speaks a lot to the individuals involved, their commitment to our customers and also the platform,” said Jarrod McAdoo, Ivalua’s Senior Manager of Product Marketing at Ivalua and a participant in our panel discussion.

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Kluwer Arbitration

OCTOBER 27, 2023

A discussion between economist Gustavo Franco (former President of the Brazilian Central Bank) and arbitrator Maurício Almeida Prado (MAP Negotiation and Arbitration, Partner) ensued, dealing with “Business Contracts and Dispute Resolution in Times of Instability,” particularly in the Brazilian context. Westinghouse (1984) and Gasum v.

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Federal News Network

DECEMBER 19, 2023

But the awarding of two of the big contracts, I think is going to really be important, especially since they’ve been so delayed by protests. And if you take a look at Alliant Three in its draft stage and say, hey, this is going to be a stretch for us, there may be no way we can really participate as a prime. That’s fine.

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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.

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