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Tab for access: How New York City is increasing participation and access to government contracts

Open Contracting Partnership

Through our Getting Started webinars weve trained 15,000 participants. Because of the amount of dollars that we spend, and individuals that we touch with the services that we provide, people in procurement actually have the opportunity to be engines of innovation. How do you find opportunities?

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Procurement Methods vs. Solicitation Tools: What Every Procurement Professional Needs to Know

The Procurement ClassRoom

Procurement decisions may also be influenced by emergencies, such as the need for the prompt delivery of goods and services to address disasters like earthquakes or hurricanes. The level of competition in the market can also influence the choice of procurement method.

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White House looks to ramp up global presence for critical and emerging tech standards

FedScoop

stakeholder participation in national and international standards activities,” according to a fact sheet that accompanied the release of the strategy. The USG NSSCET roadmap outlines four objectives: to sustain integrity and inclusivity, increase investment, broaden participation, and enhance the workforce.

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Senate bill calls on NIST to boost work on emerging tech standards

FedScoop

participation in international standards-setting bodies for emerging technologies by creating a pilot program that would fund the hosting of standard-setting meetings in the United States. participation in the creation and implementation of standards for AI and other emerging tech. “In Amid growing concern that U.S. Mark Warner, D-Va.,

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Modernizing Public Infrastructure: The Power of Strategic Procurement

The Procurement ClassRoom

It is not just a participant in the digital revolution—it is its foundation. To succeed, governments must embrace innovation, integrate cutting-edge tools like artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain, and empower procurement teams to lead the way. Foster sustainability by prioritizing green and energy-efficient technologies.

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AI in the 2024 Election: A New Era of Political Influence

Extract Systems

The 2024 US presidential election stands as a pivotal moment where AI's influence is set to be more pronounced than ever before. The 2024 election represents a watershed moment where AI's influence on politics is undeniable.

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Benefits of MWBE Certification for Your Small Business

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This certification can significantly enhance the visibility of certified businesses, making them more attractive to prime contractors looking to fulfill diversity participation goals. Programs like the Port Authoritys MWSDBE and SDVOB aim to increase participation opportunities for underrepresented vendor communities.