Federal News Network

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. In the past, the regional structure gave rise to differing cultures, negotiation approaches, and interpretations of applicable regulations and solicitation provisions.

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Negotiation Price Transparency Data 93

Whistleblower Network News

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Among the charges are allegations that Raytheon engaged in a bribery scheme to obtain contracts with the Qatari military and misrepresented its costs during contract negotiations with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a related $124 million settlement. Department of Defense (DOD). Atesoglu is set to receive $4.2

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Negotiation Price Corruption E-procurement 109

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 ”.

Public Procurement 140

Public Procurement Procurement E-procurement IT 140

Federal News Network

APRIL 19, 2024

These regulations and associated guidance address a host of contracting officer responsibilities, including but not limited to, proposal evaluation, negotiations, price and/or cost analysis, data rights, and foreign acquisition ( e.g. , TAA). This step towards greater transparency is in the public interest.

Procurement 72

Procurement Negotiation Price Transparency 72

Federal News Network

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The General Services Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) set forth the policies and procedures for the evaluation and negotiation of “fair and reasonable” contract level pricing under the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program.

Negotiation 59

Negotiation Price Government Government 59

Federal News Network

AUGUST 9, 2024

GSA identified additional benefits, including enhancing transparency across the federal market and increasing opportunities to leverage data towards best value acquisition strategies. Transparency in the development of any pricing guidance that impacts MAS contractors will be vital to the long-term success of TDR and the MAS program.

Price 83

Price Transparency Supply Chain Data 83

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The model AI clauses have been developed by reference to the (future) obligations arising from the EU AI Act currently under advanced stages of negotiation. Much more is needed than mere reliance on the model AI clauses. Two sets of model AI clauses The EU AI Act will not be applicable to all types of AI use.

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Buyers E-procurement Transparency Procurement 88

How to Crack a Nut

OCTOBER 18, 2023

SCL AI Clauses The SCL AI clauses have a clear commercial orientation and are meant as a starting point for supplier-customer negotiations, which is reflected on the fact that the proposed clauses contain two options: (1) a ‘pro-supplier’ drafting based on off-the-shelf provision, and (2) a ‘pro-customer’ drafting based on a bespoke arrangement.

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Supplier Transparency Negotiation Procurement 75

The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 24, 2025

The goalis to improve contractor performance, increase competition at the order level, increase transparency, and increase customer satisfaction. Howeversignificant activity is expected after the election, including negotiations on annual spending bills and the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). DoD, SBA to Pour Over $2.8

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E-procurement Thresholds Budget Procurement 40

American City & Country

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Transparency and accountability are crucial to maintaining public trust and require clear policies on surveillance use and data access.” The firm offers solutions for cities , other governments and corrections. Cunningham says cooperative agreements can help cities and counties acquire needed technology.

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Purchasing Total Cost of Ownership Government Government 110

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

This lack of transparency echoes FAS Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05 , threatening the uniformity, accuracy, and fairness of GSA procedures. 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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Price Negotiation Transparency Utilities 49

SmallGovCon

MAY 2, 2024

Specifically, the scorecard is used to assess “how well federal agencies reach their small business and socio-economic prime contracting and subcontracting goals,” to “provide accurate and transparent contracting data,” and “report agency-specific progress.” In total, there are 24 agencies.

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Contract Negotiation Government Contracts Transparency 105

The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 19, 2024

These regulations and associated guidance address a host of contracting officer responsibilities, including but not limited to, proposal evaluation, negotiations, price and/or cost analysis, data rights, and foreign acquisition ( e.g. , TAA). This step towards greater transparency is in the public interest.

Procurement 49

Procurement Negotiation Price Transparency 49

Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Pre-negotiated terms are provided that reduce the complexity for contracting authorities in procurement whilst allowing suppliers to capture opportunities more efficiently. These agreements take on even greater importance under the Procurement Act 2023, with greater emphasis on transparency, competition and sustainability.

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Framework Agreement Procurement Supplier Tender 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2024

The General Services Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) set forth the policies and procedures for the evaluation and negotiation of “fair and reasonable” contract level pricing under the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program.

Negotiation 40

Negotiation Price Government Government 40

SmallGovCon

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Unfortunately, for both DHHS and Cloud Harbor, the ability to make corrections to minor irregularities only applies to procurements that are performed according to FAR Part 14, pertaining to sealed bidding with non-negotiated procurements.

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Evaluation Bidding Negotiation Government Contracts 78

Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 3, 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.

Price 67

Price Evaluation Negotiation Purchasing 67

ivalua

JUNE 29, 2021

Enabling rapid, cost-effective and transparent supplier payments anywhere in the world. Today’s supplier payments remain complex and crucially lack transparency and efficiency that strain supplier relationships, increase transactional costs and cause frustration for all those involved. said David Khuat-Duy, CEO of Ivalua.

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Supplier Supply Chain Transparency Finance 52

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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Bidding Government Government Negotiation 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 20, 2023

In turn, this will lead to more consistent and sound negotiation and administration of MAS contracts. In the past, the regional structure gave rise to differing cultures, negotiation approaches, and interpretations of applicable regulations and solicitation provisions.

Negotiation 40

Negotiation Price Transparency Data 40

Tracker Intelligence

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

Key Differences Between Public and Private Sector Procurement There are a few key differences between public and private sector procurement, including their objectives, the tendering process, supplier selection, regulations and frameworks, transparency in awarding contracts, and even the payment process.

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Procurement Tender Public Procurement Supplier 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This week, in the spirit of “Fair and Reasonable Transparency,” the Coalition submitted to the Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) feedback on its “ FAS Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing.” The Coalition feedback on the PAP can be found here.

Price 40

Price Transparency Negotiation Electronics 40

VWV

OCTOBER 8, 2024

The Procurement Act 2023 (the Act) introduces a range of reforms aimed at simplifying and enhancing transparency in the procurement process, which should be good news for suppliers. Increased transparency, including publication of an extended range of mandatory notices and contract details. When does the Procurement Act take effect?

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Supplier Procurement Tender Transparency 52

Kluwer Arbitration

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Scope of Application Differently from traditional investment agreements, the stated purpose of the SIFA is not only to foster foreign direct investment (“FDI”) (Article 1), but also to do so in a manner that integrates environmental and labour standards, transparency, and corporate social responsibility.

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Sustainability Transparency Influencing Negotiation 52

ivalua

AUGUST 11, 2022

Aegion’s procurement team planned a multi-phase transformation to deliver efficiency and transparency, while ensuring savings flow to the bottom line. The initial focus is on streamlining the purchasing process, improving the experience for employees, and capturing negotiated savings to support profitability.

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Procurement Supply Chain Procurement Team Negotiation 52

Select GCR

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Government agency programs like the GSA Schedules provide long-term contracts, allowing businesses to sell commercial products and services at pre-negotiated prices, simplifying the purchasing process. Detail your methodology to explain how you plan to maintain transparency and address issues promptly.

Bidding 52

Bidding Government Government Buyers 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 9, 2024

GSA identified additional benefits, including enhancing transparency across the federal market and increasing opportunities to leverage data towards best value acquisition strategies. Transparency in the development of any pricing guidance that impacts MAS contractors will be vital to the long-term success of TDR and the MAS program.

Price 45

Price Transparency Supply Chain Evaluation 45

ivalua

MAY 18, 2022

Even reducing costs often depends more on effective collaboration rather than negotiation in today’s market. To top it all off, extremely tight supply markets have further shifted negotiating leverage from buyers to suppliers. As with transparency, the key to maximizing value here is to enable broad and deep collaboration.

Supplier 52

Supplier Management Collaboration Supply Chain 52

Procureware

JUNE 28, 2018

The new Two-Way Messaging feature is just one example of how ProcureWare transforms sourcing operations to save buyers time, foster greater collaboration, reduce risk, and increase transparency. Like all ProcureWare features and modules, it is available at no extra cost to ProcureWare users.

Buyers 40

Buyers Collusion Bidding Transparency 40

Select GCR

MAY 7, 2024

It also facilitates access to the GSA MAS Program, which provides pre-negotiated prices for commercial products and services, as well as solutions on how get government contracts. SAM.gov fosters collaboration and transparency by serving as a communication platform between government agencies and vendors.

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Government Contracts Government Government Contract 98

ivalua

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

All entries endure a thorough three-stage judging process, comprising scoring, peer reviewing and final judging meetings, to ensure complete transparency and guarantee that the winners really are the best of the best. The judging panel consists of procurement experts with each category requiring a minimum of 5 judges.

Procurement 52

Procurement Eprocurement Negotiation Transparency 52

ivalua

JUNE 11, 2019

At some point, there was a need for this, a solicitation process to select a supplier, a competitive bidding process, a contract negotiation, transactions and so on. Increased Transparency: Greater visibility for all as to the opportunities available (or already planned) to work with city and state agencies.

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Procurement IT Public Procurement Supplier 67

ivalua

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

All entries endure a thorough three-stage judging process, comprising scoring, peer reviewing and final judging meetings, to ensure complete transparency and guarantee that the winners really are the best of the best. The judging panel consists of procurement experts with each category requiring a minimum of 5 judges.

Procurement 52

Procurement Eprocurement Negotiation Transparency 52

The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 3, 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.

Price 49

Price Evaluation Negotiation Purchasing 49

Tendersinfo

MARCH 24, 2021

As Strategic Thinkers Procurement Professionals think ahead of time and look for solutions that can lead to sustainable development and create a business environment that is transparent, competitive, and futuristic in its approach.

Public Procurement 52

Public Procurement Procurement Tender Bidding 52

Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Adherence to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and maintaining thorough documentation are non-negotiable requirements. These regulations ensure that all federal procurement processes are transparent and standardized. Ensuring regulatory compliance is crucial for adhering to federal regulations.

Government Contracts 52

Government Contracts Contract Bidding Participation 52

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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Efficiency Ethics Negotiation Participation 52