News
GSA IG Publishes Report on TDR
On May 1, GSA’s Inspector General (IG) has released its sixth report on Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) since 2015. Read the full report here.
The Coalition’s 2022 Year in Review is Now Available
The Coalition’s 2022 Year in Review is now available to download. The Year in Review highlights our events, trainings, policy initiatives, and accomplishments over the past calendar year. Thank you to our members for all of your contributions in 2022! To view the Year in Review, click here.
Coalition Submits Letter to GSA on Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)
On March 6, the Coalition sent a letter to Sonny Hashmi, Commissioner of the Federal Acquisition Service in the General Services Administration (GSA), asking for an update on when Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) will become an option across the entire Multiple Award Schedule. Read the letter here.
Coalition Submits Comments on Greenhouse Gas and Climate Risk Rule
On February 13, The Coalition submitted comments on the Federal Government’s proposed rule regarding greenhouse gas disclosure and climate risk, which would add new climate-related reporting requirements for contractors with over 7.5 million dollars in annual Federal sales. We expressed support for the rule’s Scope 1 and 2 emissions disclosure requirements, but recommended that the Government take a different approach to Scope 3 emissions reporting and science-based emissions targets. We also recommended that the Government reduce the rule’s effect on small businesses and that it expand the number of locations companies may publish their climate disclosures. To see the full comments, click here.
Coalition President Roger Waldron Discusses TDR on The Daily Scoop Podcast
Coalition President Roger Waldron appeared on The Daily Scoop Podcast to discuss why he thinks Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) is a logical next step for the Multiple Award Schedule program. To listen to the full podcast, click here.
Coalition Submits Comments on Transactional Data Reporting
The Coalition has submitted comments in response to GSA’s Federal Register notice requesting public input on an extension of the Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) pilot. Informed by the results we received from our survey on TDR last month, we express support for the continuation of the TDR pilot as an option for all Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contractors. The Coalition supports the introduction of TDR as an option for its ability to improve supply chain resilience, provide price transparency, and promote policy objectives, like sustainable acquisition. In addition, the Coalition expresses support for the development of further training and policy surrounding the program.
Upcoming Events & Meetings
May 25 – Webinar: Domestic and Foreign Sourcing Requirements
The Coalition for Government Procurement is pleased to host a webinar on Domestic and Foreign Sourcing Requirements. This webinar will take place on May 25 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET and will feature Covington attorneys Mike Wagner (Partner) and Jen Bentley (Associate)
Sourcing from the United States and trade agreement partners has been the subject of increased bipartisan attention in recent years, and a series of new statutes, regulations, and executive orders underscore the importance of compliance with domestic sourcing requirements. This webinar will provide an overview of key considerations for government contractors who need to comply with various domestic content regimes. Topics covered will include:
- The Buy American Act (“BAA”), Trade Agreements Act (“TAA”), Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s Build America, Buy America Act (“BABA”);
- Review of the standards for each regime;
- Process and scope of waivers and exceptions;
- Latest proposed guidance issued on BABA; and
- Best practices for managing supply chains and key developments to watch.
To register, click here.
June 1 – Webinar: Software Supply Chain Security Requirements: Are You Ready?
The Coalition for Government Procurement is pleased to host a webinar on Software Supply Chain Security Requirements. This webinar will take place on June 1 from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. EST and will feature Crowell & Moring attorneys Michael Gruden, Alexander Urbelis, and Alexis Ward as they discuss the Office of Management and Budget’s forthcoming self-attestation requirements and deadlines approaching this summer. Crowell will also provide practical insights into implementing the new software security standard, NIST SP 800-218, Secure Software Development Framework, required by the attestations.
To register, click here.
June 8 – Imaging Committee Meeting on DLA Document Services
The Coalition’s Imaging Committee will be hosting Terra Nguyen, Director of the Defense Logistics Agency Office of Document Services. The virtual members-only meeting will be held on June 8 at 10:00 AM ET. During the meeting, Ms. Nguyen will provide an update on the office’s work as well as a discussion on industry challenges and strengths for 2023. For any questions, email JSnyderwine@thecgp.org.
To register, click here.
August 16 – 10th Annual Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament
The Coalition is excited to announce that registration is open for the 10th Annual Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament. The annual golf tournament will take place on August 16 at the stunning Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Ijamsville, Maryland. This event honors our friend and colleague, Joe Caggiano, a Navy veteran, and longtime expert in the Federal contracting marketplace.
To register, click here.
Save the Date: November 15-16 – Fall Training Conference
Remembering Our Fallen Heroes
This upcoming weekend marks the opportunity for us to observe the Memorial Day holiday. Americans across the country will gather, not only to enjoy time with family and friends, but also to remember...
“Pathways” to the Federal Acquisition Service’s North Star Goals
In leading GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Commissioner Sonny Hashmi has established “North Star Goals” for the organization in its efforts to support customer agency missions on behalf of...
An Unnecessary, Counter-Productive Multiple Award Schedule Marketplace Hurdle
The General Services Administration’s (GSA’s) Acquisition Letter MV-22-02, Temporary Moratorium of Certain Limitations Contained in Certain GSA Economic Price Adjustment Contract Clauses (the...