The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

House Committee Approves IT Acquisition Bills with Increases to the MPT and SAT The House Oversight Committee advanced 13 bills last Wednesday, reports Federal News Network. Leadership from several GSA FAS categories will be in attendance to discuss their upcoming priorities, programs, and initiatives. The CMMC 2.0

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JUNE 6, 2024

Significantly, the ASCEND BPA acquisition strategy includes two other related pools: Pool 2 – Software as a Service (SaaS) and Pool 3 – Cloud Related IT Professional Services. Assemble your team of friends and colleagues and save the date to compete for prizes, network with colleague, and contribute to some worthy causes.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In its place, the realignment focuses and centralizes MAS contracting management structure for the Office of Information Technology Category, the Office of Professional Services & Human Capital Categories, and the Office of General Supplies and Services Categories.

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Federal News Network

APRIL 30, 2024

For some insight, the Federal Drive with Tom Temin spoke with the President and CEO of the Professional Services Council, David Berteau. We’re speaking with David Berteau, president and CEO of the Professional Services Council. Interview Transcript David Berteau We are Tom, and thanks for having us on here today.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Congress Passes $3 Billion VA Supplemental Funding Bill Federal News Network reports that on Thursday, the Senate passed a $3 billion VA supplemental funding bill. The only exceptions are for contracts solely for the purchase of Commercial Off-the-Shelf items or contracts under the $10,000 micro-purchase threshold. The CMMC 2.0

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

Bill Introduced to Extend Skills-Based Hiring to Federal Contractors Federal News Network reports that Reps. The CBCA held the EULA between Avue and the Federal Government was not a “procurement contract” because the EULA did not obligate Avue to furnish any services, or obligate the Federal Government to pay Avue for any services furnished.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 25, 2024

FAS Executive Panels: IT, Professional Services, and Assisted Services and General Supplies and Services On the afternoon of May 8, leadership from GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) will join us to discuss the priorities and initiatives from their respective offices.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 4, 2024

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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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Gain valuable insights from leading government and industry cybersecurity and procurement professionals. Network with peers from government and industry. The proposed changes to the DFARS are primarily to: Add references to the CMMC 2.0 Enhance your understanding of cybersecurity trends, regulations, challenges, and solutions.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The Department of Defense and agencies within the Federal Civilian Executive Branch will be able to holistically screen and vet vendors and supplier networks to ensure their safety. The capabilities of SCRIPTS will enable the government to continuously assess industry supplier health.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 14, 2023

FAS Commissioner Sonny Hashmi Departing GSA at End of Year Federal News Network reports that the General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Commissioner Sonny Hashmi will be departing the role on December 29. Please join me in thanking Sonny for his service.”

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 9, 2025

Key Acquisition Provisions in the FY25 NDAA Federal News Network reports that the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25 NDAA) includes several provisions that seek to streamline the acquisition process for the Department of Defense (DoD).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Government Makes Significant Progress in Meeting Sustainability Goals This week, Federal News Network reported on findings from the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) on the governments sustainability goals. Armys Marketplace for the Acquisition of Professional Services (MAPS) contract vehicle.

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Federal News Network

MARCH 27, 2025

These include 11 in the professional services category and seven in the office management area. GSA kicked off many of these efforts before Gruenbaum became FAS commissioner, but a February decision paper obtained by Federal News Network shows that the agency plans to turn many of these efforts up several notches.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The donation reflects over 100 orders of the Paws and Refresh, a special conference beverage available during the networking receptions that received tremendous support. Army released Draft 2 of Sections L & M of its Marketplace for the Acquisition of Professional Services (MAPS) contract vehicle.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

There is no exception for contracts below the simplified acquisition threshold, for commercial products and services, or for commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) products. The new FAR provisions are to be included in all solicitations and contracts. VSBC-297-P (2023). [8] 8] 13 CFR 125.18(b)(2)(ii)(B) 9] 13 CFR 125.14(k)

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

MARCH 27, 2025

Federal Acquisition Services (FAS) Commissioner Josh Gruenbaum stated that rightsizing the MAS Program is a significant opportunity for us to prioritize value and fiscal responsibility in contracting. Army issued an update on the status of its Marketplace for the Acquisition of Professional Services (MAPS) contract vehicle.

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