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Competing global supply chain approaches

Federal News Network

Depending on the item and the value of the acquisition, the TAA or other specific free trade agreements might apply because the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has waived the BAA for many supply acquisitions above specific thresholds, ranging from 50,000 to 174,000.

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SBA Recognizes Inflation in Size Standards, Eligibility for 8(a) and EDWOSB Programs

Fox Rothschild: Government Contracts

Specifically, the Interim Final Rule includes the following major actions: Adjusting the economic disadvantage thresholds applicable to the 8(a) Business Development and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) programs, and the dollar limit for small business size standards for certain industries. [1] 17, 2022). [2]

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SBA Recognizes Inflation in Size Standards, Eligibility for 8(a) and EDWOSB Programs

LexBlog: Contracts & Procurement

Specifically, the Interim Final Rule includes the following major actions: Adjusting the economic disadvantage thresholds applicable to the 8(a) Business Development and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) programs, and the dollar limit for small business size standards for certain industries. [1] 17, 2022). [2]

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Competing Global Supply Chain Approaches  

The Coalition for Government Procurement

Depending on the item and the value of the acquisition, the TAA and/or other specific free trade agreements might apply because the United States Trade Representative (USTR) has waived the BAA for many supply acquisitions above specific thresholds, ranging from 50k to 174k.

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Interim Rule Effective in December Establishes Requirements for Contractors to Remove Identified Products and Services from the U.S. Government Supply Chain

Government Contracts & Investigations

In other words, there are no exceptions for purchases below the micro-purchase threshold or the simplified acquisition threshold. The new FAR clauses are required to be included in all solicitations and contracts, regardless of the dollar size of the contract, the type of contract, or the type of offeror. Waivers may be available.

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Leveraging AI to Transform Macroeconomic and Fiscal Policymaking in Latin America and the Caribbean

Inter-American Development Bank

The platform offers a variety of smart tools to improve the design and implementation of macro-fiscal policies, including the use of machine learning to identify risk thresholds, enabling early detection of potential macro-fiscal challenges. Unlocking the full potential of AI requires focusing on key investments in crucial areas.

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“(Don’t) Let the Chips Fall Where They May”:  FAR Council Previews Proposed Rule Implementing the Covered Semiconductor Prohibition  

Government Contracts Legal Forum

Both prohibitions will apply to all procurements, including commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) items, and purchases below the micro-purchase threshold: Section 5949(a)(1)(A) ( Part A ) prohibits agencies from acquiring electronic products or services that include covered semiconductor products or services.