Art of Procurement
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Maybe it is because I grew up watching Mr. Rogers Neighborhood, but there is something about the United States Postal. The post Consolidating the USPS Final Mile appeared first on Art of Procurement.
FedScoop
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The federal government is continuing to invest in generative AI technology produced by OpenAI, with a handful of agencies recently inking deals to use the enterprise version of the firm’s ChatGPT platform. The increased activity comes as policymakers weigh potential concerns with the technology, while also trying to exploit its potential benefits. It also shows how OpenAI is developing as an early frontrunner in providing the government with generative AI technologies on both the defense and civ
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SmallGovCon
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship is hosting this helpful, virtual workshop on Legal Updates 2024. In this webinar, government contracting attorneys, John Holtz and Gregory Weber will discuss the most important legal developments for federal contractors in 2024. Specifically, we will discuss important new small business rules, updates to the 8(a) rules and application procedures, joint venture changes, updated SDVOSB certification requirements, key provisions of the recen
American City & Country
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
In the past, cities and counties were not a prime target for ransomware attacks, says Rahul Mahna , a partner who leads the Outsourced IT Services team at Eisner Advisory Group LLC. The company is a licensed independent CPA firm providing tax and business consulting services to their clients, which includes governments. Mahna has more than 20 years of experience in cybersecurity and information technology.
Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader
Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,
Public Procurement Intl
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
On Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6 p.m. Eastern , join a GW Law presentation online by GW Law student Justin Duffy (Class of 2025) on reverse auctions across the U.S. states. He will discuss the recent federal rule endorsing electronic reverse auctions ( prior webinar ), and a proposed federal rule which would bar reverse auctions for construction services.
Redstone Government Consulting
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Both the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) used by Federal Agencies to acquire products and services to support their operations and 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 200 used by Federal Agencies for grants to support Federal programs set forth requirements that the organizations awarded contracts or grants have an established purchasing/procurement systems.
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AWS Public Sector
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Climate change is a global issue, but its localized impacts can vary significantly across different regions. While some areas are experiencing extreme drought, others are witnessing devastating flash floods. These extreme events, and water quantity and quality issues more broadly, are pressing concerns in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region, further aggravated by the uncertain impacts of climate change.
Public Procurement Intl
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Chris Yukins prepared a recorded briefing for Stevens Institute of Technology’s Systems Engineering Research Center (SERC) – Acquisition Innovation Research Center (AIRC) Research Council Meeting on November 13, 2024. In the briefing, Professor Yukins reviewed some of the prior and pending AIRC projects (including on DoD bid protests and mandatory debarment ) on which he has worked with David Drabkin, former Senior Procurement Executive (SPE) for the U.S.
Open Contracting Partnership
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Mexico City is a leader in urban mobility, with a public bike share system that is the longest-running and largest network of its kind in Latin America. After operating the environmentally friendly and affordable service for ten years, the city sought to expand the popular “Ecobici” program to cover more neighborhoods, and upgrade the design and technology at a reasonable cost.
Redstone Government Consulting
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Normally, I make numerous references to the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) when writing. However, there is only one FAR reference for this topic, and then we must turn to the Accounting Standards Codification (ASC). In this case, that single FAR reference is FAR 31.201-2(a)(3).
AWS Public Sector
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Public procurement—the process where public authorities like government departments or local councils purchase goods or services from companies—is a vital economic driver in Europe, accounting for more than 13 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP). However, the data surrounding these procurement processes has traditionally been fragmented and difficult to access.
VWV
NOVEMBER 4, 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. In Part 1 of our FAQs for suppliers , we covered key changes to the procurement process and what suppliers can do to get ready for the Procurement Act. In Part 2, we're diving into what suppliers need to be aware of at the selection and award stages - this includes understanding the new debarment list, changes to con
Import and Trade Remedies
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Under EU customs law, storing and warehousing EU and non-EU goods is possible if certain conditions are met. However, since 2020, non-EU goods subject to anti-dumping, countervailing, or safeguard measures, can no longer be stored together with EU goods. This is because EU customs law now states that non-EU goods subject to anti-dumping measures do not have the same commercial quality as EU goods, and goods that do not have the same commercial quality cannot be stored together.
American City & Country
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Firefighters are society’s first line of defense against natural disasters. When catastrophes like wildfires, floods or earthquakes ensue, these professionals aren’t just tasked with preventing the disaster from spreading; they’re also responsible for keeping community members safe from harm and maintaining order under high-stress situations. As climate change wreaks havoc on the planet, both the impact and frequency of severe weather events are growing by the day.
ExecutiveBiz
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The U.S. Navy has awarded BAE Systems’ information and electronic systems business an $84.9 million modification to a Network Tactical Common Data Link systems procurement contract, increasing the total value of the basic contract to $296.2 million.
Federal News Network
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
This week on Off the Shelf , Alan Thomas, founder of Alpha Tango Strategies, examines the state of interagency contracting and the role of Multiple Award Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (MAIDIQ) contracts. Alan Thomas Thomas shares his thoughts and observations on the increasingly duplicative structure of the IT GWACs and OASIS+. With potentially hundreds, if not thousands of contractors, all competing for the same or similar requirements across each of the major IT GWACs, many in the pr
The Coalition for Government Procurement
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Honoring Our Veterans On Monday, we will pause to honor the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of the men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces. At The Coalition for Government Procurement, we are grateful for their service and the freedoms that veterans have protected for us all. This Veterans Day, let us remember those who have bravely served.
Public Contracting Institute
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
The Small Business Administration (“SBA”) must use a concern’s tax returns when making a size determination, unless the returns are not available. Since many size standards are based on the receipts of the company, the SBA regulation on this is important. A recent case issued by the SBA Office of Hearings and Appeals (“OHA”) case demonstrated the importance of using tax returns.
ExecutiveBiz
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
SectorNet has partnered with Carahsoft Technology to distribute its secure collaboration platform to the public sector, the government IT services provider said Tuesday. SectorNet’s Secure Collaboration Platform SectorNet’s secure collaboration platform enables public and private sectors to seamlessly share controlled unclassified information.
Great Government Through Technology
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
On this Veterans Day, I want to extend my gratitude and thanks to all our Veterans for their service and dedication. Their sacrifices have not gone unnoticed, and I am grateful for the courage and resilience they’ve shown in defending our freedoms. They exemplify the qualities that empower our nation to overcome its greatest challenges. We honor you today and every day.
USFCR
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Kyle Hayes joined US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) in June 2024, bringing a strong passion for helping small businesses succeed. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Organizational Leadership with a focus on Small Business Entrepreneurship.
WashngtonExec
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Leidos won a contract to modernize the Organ Procurement and Transplant Network, a critical system that delivers vital organ transplant information to patients, donors and healthcare providers. The multiple-award indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity contract was awarded by the Health and Human Services Department through the Health Resources and Services Administration.
ExecutiveBiz
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The joint venture of Precise Systems and Don Selvy Enterprises has secured a five-year, $68 million recompete contract to provide a range of support services for the Naval Air Systems Command unit dedicated to develop advanced electronics systems for warfighters.
GovCon Wire
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
Amentum has won a U.S. Air Force contract worth approximately $447.9 million for global prepositioned materiel services, or GPMS. According to an award notice published Thursday on SAM.gov, the service branch launched a full and open competition for the hybrid contract, which will support the 9th Air Force, Air Forces Central.
USFCR
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Joshua Schnoop joined USFCR as a Case Manager in May 2024, bringing nearly a decade of experience in management and contact centers. Prior to joining USFCR, he served as a Workforce Management Analyst and Interim Operations Manager at a medical call center. Joshua is also a certified mechanic and holds an honorary doctorate in metaphysics.
Federal News Network
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
This week on Off the Shelf, Ken Dodds, executive vice president and general counsel at the Coalition for Government Procurement provides a small business policy and regulatory update. Ken Dodds, Coalition for Government Procurement Dodds tackles the SBA’s August 2024 proposed rule, which addresses multiple small business contracting programs, including mentor protégé joint ventures, the HUBZone program, and the 8(a) program.
ExecutiveBiz
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection has announced a requirement for test automation services. The potential contractor will be required to provide testing services for the Passenger Systems Program Directorate, including test automation for the functional specification document, DHS said Friday.
Government Contracts
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Indicted Garden State power broker George E. Norcross III and his attorney brother have urged a New Jersey state judge to toss the civil racketeering suit brought against them by a Philadelphia developer, arguing that the developer's claims are time-barred and should have been filed in previously litigated and resolved actions.
GovCon Wire
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The U.S. Navy has awarded Kongsberg’s defense and aerospace business segment a $329 million contract to provide medium caliber turret systems for the U.S. Marine Corps ACV-30 amphibious combat vehicles.
USFCR
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Nicole Lusardi joined USFCR as a Case Manager in June 2024. With a strong background in customer service and a passion for helping businesses succeed, Nicole brings valuable experience to her role. Prior to joining USFCR, she worked as a kindergarten teacher and at a rejuvenation spa, honing her skills in client relations and care.
ExecutiveBiz
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
RTX business BBN Technologies, a company offering technology research and development for national security, has secured a contract with the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to bolster the cyber resilience of the Department of Defense.
Government Contracts
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
A software-testing business owner pled guilty to conspiring to bribe a U.S. Customs and Border Protection official in exchange for government contracts being funneled to his company.
GovCon Wire
NOVEMBER 3, 2024
The U.S. Navy has started soliciting offers for a potential five-year, $243.9 million contract to conduct research and build tactical electronic warfare and combat systems. According to a solicitation published Friday, the Naval Research Laboratory will accept proposals for the Tactical Combat and Electronic Warfare Systems Research and Development indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract through Dec. 4.
GovLoop
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
At the state and local level, adopting AI remains only one of a long list of IT priorities. Even when AI is near the top, data and systems often need updates to prepare for it. Scot Barker, Chief Innovation Officer for Burlington, Vermont, carefully considers each AI application before using it. “I really have to dive into how I implement new technology on a limited budget,” he said. “There’s not a lot of room for me to say ‘It will be cool to explore this.'”
ExecutiveBiz
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
The Department of Health and Human Services is conducting market research to identify small businesses that can provide professional solutions for implementing the agency’s strategic plans and mission. The potential contractor is expected to perform business and operational services for HHS functions related to science, technology, engineering and math activities, according to a Nov.
Government Contracts
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Attorneys are working tirelessly Tuesday to support citizens and election workers on the final day of voting in what is expected to be one of history's closest and most contentious presidential contests.
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