Federal News Network

OCTOBER 1, 2024

I expect there to be fallout on the supply chain risk management side no matter what happens to Carahsoft. I’ve had clients who pushed back, delayed and then negotiated what the Justice Department really wanted. The post Carahsoft raid may be a wake up call for the reseller market first appeared on Federal News Network.

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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. Supply chain risk management and domestic sourcing. The post Procurement policy spring cleaning checklist first appeared on Federal News Network.

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FedInsider

APRIL 25, 2024

She has led audits on government-wide cybersecurity, privacy, and information management issues, including reviews of the efficiency of federal privacy programs, the implementation of cybersecurity risk management practices, and the transition to electronic records. He holds a bachelor’s from the U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

It also will provide a more effective framework for managing workload across the MAS program. In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. FAS and the federal government as a whole are in the midst of a management transition towards data-driven decision making.

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ivalua

MAY 9, 2023

Protecting profitability in the face of inflation isn’t about squeezing suppliers in negotiations, but working together to find ways to reduce costs in the full value chain. Alex also spent 12 years at Ariba, first building and running the spend analytics business as General Manager. He began his career in the U.S.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Plus, you will be able to advise your in-house clients regarding topics such as: Disclosure of company records; Establishing management and compliance processes; Establishing ethics programs and mandatory disclosure; Avoiding penalties; and Identifying resources to assist with continuing legal support of your internal GSA/VA Schedule programs.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

The deadline to avoid a government shutdown is September 30, although Friday, September 27 is seen as the target date for lawmakers to finalize negotiations before returning to their home districts to campaign until the election. The plan notes that the effectiveness of cyber risk management varies among agencies.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Network with peers from government and industry. DoD Exploring Portfolio-Based Acquisition Federal News Network reports that lawmakers are urging DoD to explore a portfolio-based acquisition approach that would allow the Department to invest in modern technologies more rapidly. PRISM has a $1.8

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Network with peers from government and industry. CISA Releases Software Security Guide Federal News Network reports that the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) released a new guide on August 1 for Federal acquisition personnel that outlines how agencies can “better evaluate the security of the software they purchase.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

GSA to Downsize Federal Office Space in Coming Years The General Service Administration (GSA) has plans to offload a sizable portion of Federal buildings that agencies no longer need, reports Federal News Network. GSA is currently working on a list of properties to sell or dispose of in fiscal year 2025. SAM dot What??

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

The AISI will create evaluation tools, test AI models and safeguards, issue guidance on AI safety and risk management, and conduct technical research. Manufacturing USA is a “national network of institutes that brings together people, ideas, and technology to solve advanced manufacturing challenges.” manufacturers.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

Webinar: Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Plans: From Government Requirement to Competitive Differentiator, August 14 In recent years, Federal contractors have been challenged to adapt their legal and compliance strategy to a growing regulatory focus on securing the Federal supply chain. To register, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

NITAAC Looks to Extend CIO-SP3 by Additional Six Months Federal News Network reports that the National Institutes of Health IT Acquisition and Assessment Center (NITAAC) is seeking to extend the current expiration date of its CIO-SP3 contract vehicle by six months. CIO-SP3 is currently set to expire on April 29, 2024. AI Safety Institute.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This “internal” guidance outlines a host of evaluation and negotiation directives, standards, and considerations for FSS contracting officers. The PAP includes other directives and guidance that raise questions regarding equity and balance in the evaluation and negotiation of FSS pricing terms.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Seeking Member Feedback on GSA C-SCRM Questionnaire GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service is developing a voluntary Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management (C-SCRM) Assurance Questionnaire for information and communications technology vendors. Equal Employment Opportunity Reporting Season Begins Oct.

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Kluwer Arbitration

JANUARY 18, 2025

Large corporations often view disputes as a risk management tool, whereas smaller entities may perceive them as a critical threat. Due to the short timelines of emergency arbitration proceedings, an application filed during an inconvenient time of year can compel even the most intransigent parties to come to the negotiation table.

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FedInsider

OCTOBER 13, 2023

While with the Suspension and Debarment Division, she completed a detail to the Office of Administration and Resources Management as special assistant to the Assistant Administrator. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants.

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Select GCR

JANUARY 28, 2025

Key Takeaways Fixed-price contracts allow for clear cost expectations, pushing risk management onto contractors and fostering efficiency. The cost plus fixed fee and cost plus award fee contracts are two common types, each offering distinct advantages in terms of risk management and performance incentives.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 14, 2023

percent pay raise for service members, millions of dollars in military aid to Ukraine (a sliver of the separate $105 billion supplemental that is currently being negotiated to support Ukraine and Israel), and funding for competition with China in the Indo-Pacific. President Biden is expected to sign the bill shortly.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Congress Releases Compromise $895 Billion FY25 NDAA Meritalk reports that the House of Representatives and Senate published their final negotiated version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. billion in spending, falling just below the mandated budget cap set by the Fiscal Responsibility Act (FRA).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The four priorities of the BCI include: Leveraging Data Across Federal Agencies to Get Lower Prices and Better Terms; Negotiating Common Enterprise-Wide Software Licenses; Saving Money and Avoiding Waste by Getting Contract Requirements Right the First Time; and Getting Better Value from Sole Source and Other High-Risk Contracts.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 12, 2025

If we can find a way to do risk management versus being so risk intolerant that would be a good start,” he said. ” “Having access to real time payment information so we can negotiate better rates would be amazing. “I’d start with the idea of needing so many internal reviews for contracts.

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