The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 5, 2024

Potential Changes to FSS EPA Clauses As you know, one of the Coalition’s priorities in 2022 and 2023 was to increase flexibility in the application of Economic Price Adjustments (EPAs) in the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program during a time of historic inflation. 22 The Coalition is excited to announce our first webinar for 2024!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 4, 2024

SBA’s Process for Reviewing Individual and Class Waivers of the Nonmanufacturer Rule (NMR) Chris Clarke , SBA Attorney, will provide a refresh of the nuts-and-bolts of pursuing and securing NMR waivers, as well as the NMR impacts on small business participation in federal procurement. Click here to register. Click here to register.

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The Softly Spark

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

A new sustainability initiative , Walmart’s Built For Better program helps customers live better as they shop for everyday low prices. Showcasing sustainable goods to eco-conscious customers makes price-conscious ones more likely to see them too. In addition, Walmart has the advantage of having both retail and online stores.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The Coalition has hit the ground running in 2024 with a multitude of webinars, trainings, and committee meetings, but perhaps none excite us more than bringing back our MAS Basic Training: The Nuts & Bolts and our GSA and VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel courses. We look forward to your participation!

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Pricing details included in the prospectus. Under certain circumstances contracting officers may require continued performance fixed-price contracts if the contractor already has been paid or funds already have been obligated. 8, A3 Price Template V.2 For more information, please contact Heather Tarpley at htarpley@thecgp.org.

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Federal News Network

JANUARY 30, 2024

Tom Temin And you recently attended a webinar, I presume was online, held by the GSA that’s gathering all sorts of information on contracting, especially in the schedules area. The idea being that they would actually use that information to look at driving lower day to day pricing on the schedules program. Regardless.

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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. Comments are due to GSA by February 21.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 1, 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.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

On November 20, tables include: GSA MAS PMO GSA Pricing Tools Ask the Med/Surg Supply BPAs Ask the SAM.gov PMO VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) To view the draft agenda for the governmentwide day, click here. October 10 : Webinar: The Nuts, Bolts, & Clicks of CMMC – Click here to register. Click here to register.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 10, 2024

During the training, Jason, Liam, and Alex will cover the following topics and more: Pricing – Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)/Commercial Sales Practices (CSP); Domestic Preferences; Supply Chain; Enforcement/Mandatory Disclosure/Ethics; Sustainability Requirements/Policy; and Bid Protests Update.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 19, 2023

PAP 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing, is one such example. Given the significant pricing policy changes outlined in the PAP, it should have been subject to public review and comment. The questions all go to the integrity of the data being used to assess fair and reasonable pricing.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 24, 2024

This year’s tables include: November 20: GSA MAS PMO GSA Pricing Tools Medical/Surgical Supply BPAs SAM.gov PMO VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) November 21: VA FSS Community Care Network (CCN) View the agendas for more details. Pricing details included in the prospectus. Thus, the VA set the solicitation aside for small business.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 17, 2024

This year’s tables include: November 20: GSA MAS PMO GSA Pricing Tools Medical/Surgical Supply BPAs SAM.gov PMO VA Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) November 21: VA FSS VA Prosthetics Community Care Network (CCN) View the agendas for more details. Pricing details included in the prospectus. The VA requested that all the cases be dismissed.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 18, 2024

Healthcare Spotlight: Webinar – Healthcare Focus: Briefing on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024, Feb. Identification would take place when the contractor submits their price list. search on the designated icons and price to meet climate objectives.” We look forward to your participation!

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 29, 2024

Under both of these circumstances, the procuring agency cannot count the options or orders as an award to a small business or small business program participant for goaling purposes. 121.404(b)(4)(ii)). To that end, SBA’s commentary and proposed new 13 C.F.R. The proposed rule would increase (via 13 C.F.R. Change in Ownership.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Pricing details included in the prospectus. New Webinar: Bid Protests and Other Recent Federal Contract-Related Litigation – and Impacts on Contractors The Coalition is pleased to host a webinar, Bid Protests and Other Recent Federal Contract-Related Litigation – and Impacts on Contractors , on October 3 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 11, 2024

As you have become accustomed to, both days will conclude with a networking reception that encourages all conference participants to continue conversations from the day, collaborate with other procurement professionals, and build valuable connections. In addition, there is a new Ask the PMO – VA Prosthetics Table.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 15, 2024

Don’t miss your chance to participate in the Joseph P. The first group of negotiated prices are for 10 Medicare Part D drugs that treat a variety of conditions including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, autoimmune diseases and cancer. The new prices will be effective Jan 1, 2026. Register for Next Week’s Joseph P.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 8, 2024

Golfers of all skill levels are encouraged to participate. The deadline is quickly approaching, but time still remains to register for the event on August 21. We encourage you to gather your team of friends and colleagues and secure your spot today! The rule consolidates the four existing MAS EPA clauses into a single clause.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

Last year, the Coalition was fortunate to raise $13,000 for PPH through the generosity of our members and participants of the tournament. In 2013, Paws for Purple Hearts launched its first Training Boot Camp, where Service Dogs who participated in Canine-Assisted Warrior Therapy® were matched with an impaired Warrior.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 25, 2024

Last year, the Coalition raised $13,000 for PPH through the generosity of our members and participants of the tournament. Interested parties can register for the GSA/DOE FY25 RFI informational webinar on August 22. GSA’s next RFI for the GPG Program will open August 1, 2024. is an external authentication provider.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 4, 2024

Potential Changes to FSS EPA Clauses As you know, one of the Coalition’s priorities in 2022 and 2023 was to increase flexibility in the application of Economic Price Adjustments (EPAs) in the Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program during a time of historic inflation. We look forward to your participation! To register, click here.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

AUGUST 1, 2024

Barring size status protests, the number of companies authorized to participate by domain is as follows: Domain Awardees Total companies found responsible to do cost-type work (i.e., OASIS+ Small Business Awardees Announced On July 30, the General Services Administration (GSA) announced the first OASIS+ Small Business contract awardees.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

We look forward to your participation! If you have any questions or need assistance with registrations, please contact Matt Cahill, Vice President of Membership and Marketing, at mcahill@thecgp.org or 202-315-1054. GSA will accept this version of the J.P-5

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

APRIL 25, 2024

The conference begins with remarks from Christine Harada , Senior Advisor in OMB’s Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), on the governmentwide Better Contracting Initiative , a four-pronged initiative to ensure that the Federal Government receives optimal terms and prices when purchasing goods and services.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 12, 2023

It may seem crass or trivializing to speak of procurement at this time, but we must recognize that the procurement system, and our participation in it, is at the center of our nation’s ability to defend itself, to defend its friends, and to uplift the shared human values of the civilized world. Webinar: VA Covered Drug Price Updates, Oct.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

FAR & Beyond: Thoughts on “What is Fair and Reasonable? Federal Acquisition Policy and Procedure (PAP) 2021-05, Evaluation of FSS Program Pricing , sets forth “comprehensive guidance regarding the evaluation of pricing throughout the life of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) program contract.” Pay a Fair and Reasonable Price ).

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

During the briefing, they answered member questions on labor categories, economic price adjustments, TDR, joint ventures and other topics. Webinar – Healthcare Focus: Briefing on FY24 NDAA, Feb. Webinar – The Latest Alliant 3 Draft RFP: A Review of the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Feb. Comments are due to GSA by February 21.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The full schedule of tables for both the governmentwide and healthcare conference days can be found below: “Ask the PMO” Session Date Invited Government Participants GSA MAS: Program officials from GSA’s MAS Program will be available to answer any Schedule-related questions. What is the funding profile?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

on November 20 – 21, the Coalition reflects on a successful October for our members filled with meetings, webinars, and trainings. October 3: Bid Protests and Other Recent Federal Contract-Related Litigation – and Impacts on Contractors Webinar Thank you to our guest presenters from Mayer Brown, Luke Levasseur and Evan Williams.

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FedInsider

MARCH 20, 2025

CART (communication access realtime translation) provides instant accessibility for all participants by delivering the spoken word as a realtime stream of text. To view the CART feed for this webinar: Register for this webinar, login from the link provided, and click on the CART Tab and click the link to begin using CART.

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Tracker Intelligence

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Tracker Intelligence brings opportunities for procurement on board, thereby supporting SMEs in procurement to participate easily. Simplifying tender criteria and creating supplier-friendly policies encourage participation and innovation. This limits competition and discourages innovative enhancement.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JANUARY 16, 2025

The protests relate to GSAs evaluation of the proposals, including thepast experience scoring.GSA made 102 Polaris awards in the general small business pool based on highest technical ratings and fair and reasonable pricing. Training will continue throughout the entire month of January. GSA received 569 proposals for this pool in total.

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FedInsider

JANUARY 18, 2025

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | 2:00PM EST | 60 Minutes | 1 CPE Digital Transformation & Smart Cities Day Two As the price of sensors has dropped, the number and variety of uses for the Internet of Things (IoT) has expanded. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. Live Captioning CART What is CART?

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The BCI includes four priorities to make certain that the Federal Government receives “better terms and prices when purchasing goods and services.” The BCI is part of an effort that began in the Obama-Biden Administration to address agencies paying inconsistent and often higher prices when compared to the commercial market.

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FedInsider

JANUARY 18, 2025

For instance, New York City will soon be implementing congestion pricing tolls to try to limit traffic jams in lower Manhattan. CART (communication access realtime translation) provides instant accessibility for all participants by delivering the spoken word as a realtime stream of text. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants.

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FedInsider

JANUARY 18, 2025

Complimentary Registration Accreditation: Participants can earn 3 CPE credit in Business Management & Organization.* * To receive CPE credit you must arrive on time and participate in the surveys throughout the webinar. Certificates will be e-mailed to registrants. Live Captioning CART What is CART?

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