The Coalition is thrilled to unveil the agenda for the governmentwide day of our 2024 Fall Training Conference – The 2025 Federal Market: What’s Next?! The governmentwide day on November 20 will feature expert panels addressing “what’s next” after the election for the future of federal procurement. Attendees will gain insights into a range of timely topics, including the next steps for procurement policy and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), the evolving budget and market landscape, and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, and cloud technologies. Additionally, we’ll explore what’s next for the General Service Administration’s (GSA) programs, interagency contracting, and agency acquisition systems. Join us as we dive into what lies ahead for federal procurement in 2025 and beyond!
Agenda Highlights
*Please note, all speakers are invited unless otherwise noted as confirmed.
Keynote Address – Post-Election: What Happened, Where Are We, and Where Are We Going?
The conference will kick off with a Keynote Address, titled “Post-Election: What Happened, Where Are We, and Where Are We Going?,” delivered by Former Congressman and current Holland & Knight Partner Tom Davis (confirmed). During his remarks, Former Congressman Davis will provide an in-depth analysis of the results of the election and its far-reaching implications for the federal market and procurement policy.
Market and Procurement Outlook Panel: What’s Next?
During this panel, industry experts will provide market intelligence in the wake of the election on anticipated shifts in the federal market, the budget, policies, and acquisition strategies.
- Brian Friel, Co-Founder, BD Squared (confirmed)
- Kevin Plexico, Senior Vice President, Information Solutions, Deltek (confirmed)
- David Taylor, Founder & CEO, Federal Budget IQ
FAR Council & Beyond Panel: What’s Next?
Procurement executives from the FAR Council will discuss the rulemaking process and the role that the Council plays.
- Jeff Koses, Senior Procurement Executive, GSA
- John Tenaglia, Principal Director, DPCAP, DoD
- Karla Smith Jackson, Assistant Administrator for Procurement, NASA
Cybersecurity, Cloud, & AI Panel: What’s Next for the Federal Market?
Government and industry experts will explore cutting-edge advancements in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity, as well as challenges and best practices in these critical areas. Panelists will discuss the impacts of emerging technologies and share strategies to address the latest security and other compliance requirements for contractors.
- Moderator: Townsend Bourne, Partner, Sheppard Mullin
- Drew Myklegard, Deputy Federal CIO, OMB
- Eric Mill, Executive Director Cloud Strategy, TTS, GSA
GSA Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) Panels: What’s Next?
Leadership from several GSA FAS categories will be in attendance to discuss their upcoming priorities, programs, and initiatives. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from key executives from:
- The General Supplies and Services (GSS) Category
- The Information Technology (IT) and Professional Services & Human Capital (PSHC) Categories
- The Assisted Acquisition Services (AAS)
- The Customer and Stakeholder Engagement (CASE) Office
Following the mainstage panels, the conference will shift into the afternoon “Nuts, Bolts, & Clicks” Breakout Sessions. Attendees will be able to choose from several program-specific sessions to engage in dialogue with key government personnel on topics such as E-Commerce, GSA IT Schedules, Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), and more.
In addition, popular “Ask the PMO” Tables will return for both days of the Fall Training Conference. 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.
To register for the Fall Training Conference on November 20-21 in Falls Church, Virginia, click here. Click here to Book your group rate at the Fairview Park Marriott. We look forward to seeing you to discover “what’s next” in federal procurement!
Other Upcoming Events
The Coalition will have a packed calendar leading up to the Fall Training Conference! Check out the list of upcoming events and register below:
- October 3: Webinar: Bid Protests and Other Recent Federal Contract-Related Litigation – and Impacts on Contractors – Click here to register.
- October 9: Imaging Equipment Committee Meeting with MAS Office Management Branch – Virtual. Click here to register.
- October 10: Webinar: The Nuts, Bolts, & Clicks of CMMC – Click here to register.
- October 23: IT/Services Committee Meeting with GSA ITC Assistant Commissioner – Arlington, VA. Click here to register.
- October 24: Annual VA National Acquisition Center (NAC) Dialogue with Industry – Falls Church, VA. Click here to register.
- October 28: Webinar: 2024 (2025 FCPs) Public Law Pricing Update for Covered Drugs – Click here to register.
- November 19: Small Business Summit – Reston, VA. Click here to register.