Government Contracts MonitorContracting OpportunitiesAgencies Rush to Obligate Federal Dollars Before September 30th - Sole Sources AboundSeptember 26, 2011 In a rush to obligate federal dollars before the end of the fiscal year, there have been a rash of solicitations issued using the simplified acquisition procedures brand name, sole or limited source authority. FAR 13.106-1(b). Contractors following opportunities on sites like www.fbo.govshould be careful to spot these procurements and to determine, as quickly as possible, whether… Government Finalizes Rule Requiring Posting of Sole Source JustificationsJuly 9, 2010 As we reported previously, the Government must use “full and open competition” when it purchases goods or services unless one of seven primary exceptions is met. When the Government decides to limit competition by using one of these exceptions, it must prepare a “Justification and Approval” (J&A) explaining its rationale. While these documents have always been “available…Navy Announces Proposed Preferred Supplier ProgramJune 14, 2010 This October, the Navy plans to introduce a “Preferred Supplier Program” to reward contractors that have exhibited “exemplary performance” in the areas of cost, schedule, performance, quality, and business relations. Preferred Supplier Status (PSS) will provide contractors with better cash flow, profit, and contract terms. Importantly, PSS only impacts contract performance and will… IT Industry Focus: Congress Will Look to Private Sector to Enhance CybersecurityMay 26, 2010 Cybersecurity threats pose some of the most important challenges facing the United States today. However, unlike other types of critical infrastructure, cyberspace cannot be protected by the government alone. Congress is currently crafting a series of legislative initiatives that will use the federal government's procurement system to demand better cybersecurity features in…Congress Considers Reforming DoD Services and IT Acquisition [UPDATED]April 29, 2010 Legislation was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives last week that would significantly change the way the Department of Defense purchases services and information technology. The bill’s focus reflects the new reality that services and IT now constitute the vast majority of what DoD buys. The legislation – the Implementing Management for Performance and Related Reforms to… Congress Demands More Oversight on Major Defense Systems AcquisitionJune 18, 2009 On May 22, 2009, President Obama signed the Weapons Systems Acquisition Reform Act of 2009 (WSARA), a statute that, in the President’s words, aims to “eliminate some of the waste inefficiency in our defense projects.” The Act passed unanimously in the House and Senate. “While it is tempting to conclude that a bill so unanimously supported must not do anything,” said House Armed… In Wake of Stimulus, Federal Government Struggles to Improve Grants WebsiteMarch 30, 2009 Grants.gov – the central portal for federal grant opportunities – may not be able to keep up with the unprecedented volume of grants expected to be awarded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA). According to a memo issued by Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Peter Orzag, the Grants.gov site is expected to see a 60% increase in usage due to ARRA. The… American Recovery and Reinvestment ActFebruary 17, 2009 As all Americans know, President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act ("ARRA") into law on February 17, 2009. This legislation undoubtedly offers an excellent opportunity for government contractors. The ARRA also commits an unprecedented amount of funding for agencies to regulate and oversee how these contracting dollars are spent. Firms interested in obtaining…Rep. Murtha to DoD: Dual Source the Tanker ContractFebruary 16, 2009
The Air Force originally awarded the contract to EADS/Northrop, but the Government Accountability Office sustained Boeing’s bid protest… Obama and Procurement: Small Business OpportunitiesJanuary 14, 2009 President Obama campaigned on a promise to strengthen small business programs for women, disabled veterans, and minorities. The new administration will now be tested to follow through on this promise. The future of the long-awaited women’s-procurement program lies in the hands of the Obama administration. The program, which will set aside federal contracts for women-owned… |
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