Friday Flash 01/23/2026

January 22, 2026

Kicking Off a Full Winter of Coalition Webinars

Following last week’s conference, The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (Coalition) has kicked off a busy winter of webinars, continuing the conversation on the most pressing policy, procurement, and market developments facing the acquisition community. Our first webinar took place yesterday, and we were pleased to welcome Moshe Schwartz, President of Etherton and Associates and Coalition Defense Fellow, for an in-depth discussion of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Thank you to Moshe for sharing timely insights and analysis on the NDAA with our members. For those who were unable to attend, the recording is now available on the Member Portal.

We are excited to build on this strong start with a robust lineup of upcoming webinars covering a wide range of acquisition policies, regulatory developments, and emerging trends across the federal market. We encourage members to explore the full schedule, register for upcoming sessions, and take advantage of these opportunities to stay informed and engaged throughout the winter! For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

Webinar – OASIS+ Phase II: New Domains. Continuous Enrollment. Bigger Possibilities, Jan. 27

GSA reopened all six OASIS+ solicitations on January 12, 2026, under a continuous enrollment model—introducing five new service domains that expand the playing field for professional services contractors. This update reflects Executive Order (EO) 14240 and GSA’s push to simplify acquisition and consolidate federal spend.

On January 27 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET), please Join Leo Alvarez, Principal at Baker Tilly, Dylan Schreiner, Government Contractor Solutions Senior Manager at Baker Tilly, and the Coalition for a practical briefing on Phase II of OASIS+. Leo and Dylan will cover the upcoming pre-amendment notice, draft scorecards, and strategies to position your firm for success.

Topics include:

The five new domains and their implications;
Preparing for continuous enrollment; and
Teaming and qualification best practices.

Whether you’re an incumbent or a newcomer, this session will help you navigate the next chapter of OASIS+. To register, click here.

Webinar – Implications of the Executive Order on Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting, Jan. 28

The President’s January 7, 2026, “Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting” Executive Order will have significant implications for defense contractors of all sizes, including both prime contractors and their suppliers.

The Coalition is pleased to welcome back Jonathan Aronie, Anne Perry, and Ryan Roberts of Sheppard Mullin on January 28 at 12:00 PM (ET) to walk us through the new EO, discuss its implications, and share a framework for proactively assessing and mitigating risk.

Attendees will gain practical and actionable insights that will be valuable to a range of corporate functions whose roles are implicated by the EO, including Legal, Contracts, Finance, Executive Comensation, Human Resources, Investor Relations, the C-Suite, and the Board of Directors. You don’t want to miss this timely and insightful discussion! To register, click here.

Webinar – Commerciality Considerations of DoW’s Memo on “Transforming the Defense Acquisition System into the Warfighting Acquisition System,” Jan. 29

On November 7th, the Department of War released a memorandum outlining its initiative to “Transform the Defense Acquisition System into the Warfighting Acquisition System.” Join the Coalition on January 29 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) for a presentation by Peter Terenzio of Covington and Mike Tomaselli of Chess Consulting as they examine the memo’s major themes and the implications for government contractors.

The session will include a focused discussion on the regulatory framework governing commercial contracting, given the memorandum’s emphasis on expanding the defense industrial base through a “commercial first” strategy. Topics will include:

• Key themes and objectives identified in the memo;
• FAR Part 12 vs. FAR Part 15 (commercial vs. negotiated acquisitions);
• Definitions of commerciality under FAR 2.101;
• Commercial item determinations and DCMA’s role; and
• Alignment with the FAR Overhaul and proposed CAS changes.

To register, click here.

2025 Small Business Year in Review, Feb. 4

The Coalition will host a 2025 Small Business Year in Review webinar on February 4 from 12:00-1:00 PM (ET)! The event features industry experts David Black, Partner at Holland and Knight, Jon Williams, Partner at PilieroMazza, and Ken Dodds, Executive Vice President and General Counsel at the Coalition, who will provide insights on the regulatory changes and decisions of the past year that impact both large and small business contractors.

During the event, Black, Dodds, and Williams will cover a wide range of topics, including observations on:

Small Business Administration (SBA) updates;
Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) cases;
Government Accountability Office (GAO)/Court of Federal Claims (COFC) decisions; and
Part 19 of the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul

Small and large businesses are encouraged to attend. To register, click here.

GSA Contract Management Best Practices, Feb. 5

Join us on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) for an insightful webinar on GSA Contract Management Best Practices, led by Sergey Bogol, VP of GSA Contract Management Operations at Price Reporter.

With over 20 years of hands-on experience in supporting GSA contractors, Price Reporter experts will share strategies that successful contractors use to grow and thrive in their GSA business as we move into 2026. In this webinar, Sergey will provide you with a practical contract management playbook centered on repeatable routines designed to protect your contracts and enhance performance. Their playbook is founded on three core pillars that ensure long-term success with GSA:

Best Practices for Compliance: Learn how to maintain compliance effectively.
Strategies for Business Growth: Discover ways to expand your business with government contracts.
Automation and Scaling Techniques: Find out how to automate processes for next-level growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your GSA contract management skills! To register, click here.

GSA Announces GSAR Overhaul Initiative

Jeff Koses, Senior Procurement Executive at the General Services Administration (GSA), recently published a blog outlining an initiative to overhaul the GSA Acquisition Regulation (GSAR), as directed by the Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement Executive Order (EO).

According to the blog, GSA will begin winding down and ultimately retiring the GSA Acquisition Manual (GSAM). Regulatory content will be consolidated into a newly streamlined GSAR, while internal operating procedures will transition to a new GSA Acquisition Handbook. Both documents are available on a newly launched GSAR Overhaul page on Acquisition.gov.

The blog also notes that GSA will provide quarterly updates on the overhaul effort. Additionally, GSA announced that moving forward, the Office of Acquisition Policy will be the sole authority for issuing mandatory GSA acquisition policies. GSA is accepting stakeholder feedback throughout the initiative, which may be submitted via the GSAR Overhaul page here.

GSA Fully Implements Transactional Data Reporting

GSA has announced the full implementation of Transactional Data Reporting (TDR). Mandatory implementation of TDR began in 2025 with a limited set of items and resulted in an estimated $20.2 million in annual cost avoidance. GSA expects annual cost avoidance to reach $50 million as mandatory reporting is fully implemented across the agency.

“GSA is committed to executing President Trump’s Executive Order to consolidate procurement,” said Edward C. Forst, GSA Administrator. “This program mirrors what the private sector is already doing and will lead to smarter purchasing, helping us streamline procurement.”

According to Josh Gruenbaum, Commissioner of the Federal Acquisition Service, full implementation of TDR will provide contracting officers with comprehensive data to negotiate more effectively and better safeguard taxpayer dollars.

Legislation Extends Authorization for Technology Modernization Fund

MeriTalk reports that the House Appropriations Committee has released several fiscal year 2026 spending bills that include extensions and authorizations for key Federal technology and cybersecurity programs. The legislation would fund multiple departments and agencies, including Homeland Security, Defense, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Health and Human Services, Labor, and Education.

Notably, the package includes authorization for the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, which supports voluntary information sharing between the private sector and government to improve cyber threat detection and response. The legislation also extends authorization for the Technology Modernization Fund, which provides funding to modernize Federal information technology (IT) systems and strengthen cybersecurity across civilian agencies.

These provisions are intended to maintain continuity for Federal cybersecurity and IT modernization efforts as Congress works toward longer-term reauthorizations.

GSA Issues Advance Notice for MAS Refresh 31

Last week, GSA issued an advance notice for Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Refresh 31, with a mass modification expected to be released in February. Refresh 31 includes several significant updates affecting MAS contractors.

Notably, Refresh 31 will expand TDR to the remaining Services Special Item Numbers (SINs) and make TDR mandatory for all SINS under the MAS Program. The refresh also adds new language addressing compliance with Federal requirements for artificial intelligence (AI) systems and services, consistent with EOs 13960 and 14319, as well as Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance, including M-26-04, M-25-22, and M-25-21.

In addition, Refresh 31 incorporates updated subcontracting templates to align with changes stemming from the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO) and includes a range of other solicitation, clause, and SIN-specific updates. A complete list of changes is available in GSA’s announcement. Contractors will have 90 days to accept the mass modification once it is issued.

GSA will host a webinar on the upcoming MAS Refresh 31 and the associated mass modification on Tuesday, February 10 from 1:00 – 2:00 PM (ET). The webinar will be held in a listen-only format, with an opportunity for participants to submit questions via chat.

View the Photos from the Winter Training Conference!

Thank you to all who attended the Coalition’s 2025-2026 Winter Training Conference: The Revolutionary Federal Market last week! We hope that you enjoyed the opportunity to hear the latest updates on key Federal acquisition policies and initiatives from government officials and acquisition experts, as well as networking with friends and colleagues.

Photos from the conference are now available. Our sincere thanks to Susan Hornyak Photography for capturing all of the best moments!

View the Photos from January 14 – Governmentwide Day

View the Photos from January 15 – Healthcare Da y

In addition, all slide presentations have been sent to conference registrants. If you did not receive the slides or have any questions, please contact Michael Hanafin at mhanafin@thecgp.org.

GSA Launches Market Research RFI on Reseller Markups

GSA has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to conduct market research related to pricing under SIN 33411. The RFI is intended to help GSA determine what additional information may be needed to substantiate proposed pricing and assess whether reseller markups applied to original equipment manufacturer (OEM) pricing result in fair and reasonable pricing.

The primary objectives of this initiative are to:

Enhance the government’s understanding of the reseller marketplace;
Align contracting operations with commercial practices and standards to boost efficiency and effectiveness;
Enable industry to clearly propose and communicate the value of their offerings; and
Provide contracting officers with the necessary information and tools to more accurately and efficiently evaluate proposed pricing, ensuring the government secures fair and reasonable pricing for this substantial category of spending.

According to GSA, the RFI is designed to clarify how resellers add value, the impact on pricing, and how resellers support the government’s ability to meet its requirements.

Responses to the RFI will be accepted through February 9, 2026 via the Market Research As a Service (MRAS) platform. GSA noted that the RFI is being issued as a courtesy to industry. While all relevant comments will be considered, the agency does not plan to issue formal responses to submissions or related inquiries.

DoW Initiates Audit of 8(a) Program

Federal News Network reports that the Department of War (DoW) has initiated an audit of its use of the 8(a) Business Development Program. The review will focus on 8(a) sole-source contracts, particularly those exceeding $20 million, and will include a line-by-line assessment of awards.

In a public video statement, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth expressed concerns about fraud and pass-through contracting within the 8(a) program and directed an immediate review of all 8(a) sole-source contracts over $20 million, as well as smaller awards. DoW is the largest user of the 8(a) program across the Federal Government.

Audits and reviews are also underway at the Department of the Treasury, GSA, and the Small Business Administration (SBA), as agencies examine oversight mechanisms, subcontracting practices, and the use of sole-source authorities.

On January 22, SBA issued guidance to program officials clarifying the agency’s administration of the 8(a) program. According to SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler, the guidance is part of broader efforts to strengthen oversight, address fraud, and ensure the program is administered in compliance with Federal law.

Michael Lynch Named GSA Deputy Administrator

GSA has announced the appointment of Michael Lynch as Deputy Administrator, effective January 20, 2026.

“Since joining GSA, Mike has demonstrated exceptional business acumen, strong leadership, and a clear track record of results,” said Edward C. Forst, GSA Administrator. “In addition to serving as the agency’s chief operating officer, Mike will lead the development and execution of GSA’s performance culture, oversee the delivery of our automation initiatives, and champion the agencywide artificial intelligence strategy.”

Lynch previously served as Acting Deputy Administrator from March through July 2025 before returning to his role as a senior adviser in the Administrator’s office. Lynch brings extensive private-sector leadership experience to GSA, including senior executive roles at Eli Lilly and SpaceX. Prior to joining GSA in January 2025, Lynch was Chief Executive Officer of Zedsen, a United Kingdom-based medical technology company focused on AI-enabled cancer detection.

GSA Publishes CUI Protection Guide

GSA has published a new IT Procedural Guide titled Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in Nonfederal Systems and Organizations. The guide outlines the processes and procedures GSA will use to ensure that nonfederal systems appropriately protect CUI in accordance with GSA requirements and standards issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Specifically, the guide aligns with NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3 and NIST SP 800-172 Revision 3. Please note that the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program currently requires contractor compliance with the Revision 2 versions of these NIST publications.

FedRAMP Proposes Six Updates to Complete Program Modernization

January’s FedRAMP blog announced six proposed changes intended to complete the modernization of the FedRAMP program, as directed by the FedRAMP Authorization Act and OMB Memorandum M-24-15. FedRAMP noted that these updates are expected to be “the last major updates for the foreseeable future.” The program is now accepting stakeholder feedback through Requests for Comment (RFCs) on each of the six proposals, with response deadlines staggered between February 12 and March 11, 2026. The RFCs are outlined below:

RFC 0019 – Reporting Assessment Costs
New requirements for cloud service providers to report the costs associated with independent assessments.
RFC 0020 – FedRAMP Authorization Designations
Formal designations for FedRAMP authorizations and a number-based level system.
RFC 0021 – Expanding the FedRAMP Marketplace
Proposes expanding the FedRAMP Marketplace by allowing cloud services in the preparation phase to be listed.
RFC 0022 – Leveraging External Frameworks
Leverages existing external security assessments to allow agencies to quickly pilot the use of cloud services for low-risk applications.
RFC 0023 – Rev5 Program Certifications (No Sponsor Required)
A limited time sponsorless Rev5 Certification path for cloud service providers who adopt specific Balance Improvement Releases.
RFC 0024 – Rev5 Machine-Readable Packages
Modifications to the FedRAMP Rev5 process to require cloud service providers to produce machine-readable authorization data.

VA FSS RFI on Professional & Allied Healthcare Staffing SINs

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) Program has issued an RFI seeking input on potential updates to Solicitation 621 I – Professional and Allied Healthcare Staffing Services. The RFI is intended to identify SINs that may be missing or in need of revision to better ensure that the VA FSS Program offers the healthcare services veterans require.

Specifically, the VA is requesting feedback to:

Identify gaps in current SIN coverage under the 621 I Schedule;
Recommend new or revised SINs, including a brief rationale and example services where applicable; and
Identify healthcare services that currently lack an appropriate placement within existing VA FSS Schedules.

Comments and recommendations must be submitted via email to VACSD@VA.GOV no later than February 6, 2026.

Pentagon Restructures and Streamlines Innovation Organizations

Meritalk reports that the Pentagon is restructuring its innovation offices to centralize technology development and accelerate the delivery of new capabilities to the warfighter. Under a January 9 memo from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, oversight of DoW’s innovation ecosystem is consolidated under Emil Michael, the Undersecretary of Research and Engineering and the Pentagon’s sole Chief Technology Officer, eliminating several governance bodies and formalizing reporting lines.

Multiple offices, including the Defense Innovation Unit and the Strategic Capabilities Office, are being grouped into a unified ecosystem alongside the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency and other technology organizations. The reorganization also realigns research and engineering leadership roles and requires the military services to submit innovation plans within 90 days to better integrate research, experimentation, and acquisition efforts.

Coalition Attending GSA Industry Day on Acquisition System Support

GSA will host a virtual Industry Day on January 29 focused on upcoming opportunities to provide support services for GSA’s acquisition and ordering systems. GSA is seeking services to support system operations, site reliability engineering, minor enhancements, and ongoing agile development of new business system features across select acquisition platforms. The opportunity falls under NAICS Code 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services).

Although the registration deadline for the Industry Day has passed, Coalition staff will attend to gain insight into GSA’s priorities and the future direction of these systems. Members interested in receiving notes or a summary from the session are encouraged to email Greg Waldron at gwaldron@thecgp.org.

VA Establishes Commission to Select Under Secretary for Benefits

The VA has announced the establishment of a commission to identify candidates for the position of Under Secretary for Benefits, who leads the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA). The Under Secretary for Benefits is responsible for overseeing the timely and accurate delivery of benefits and services to veterans, family members, caregivers, and other eligible individuals.

The commission is a required step in the appointment process and must be completed before the President can nominate a candidate for the position, subject to Senate confirmation. Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., VA Deputy Secretary, will serve as chair of the commission.

The Under Secretary for Benefits oversees VA programs, including disability compensation and pension claims, education benefits, home loan guaranty programs, vocational rehabilitation and employment services, life insurance programs, and transition assistance initiatives supporting service members and veterans.

GSA Announces OneGov Agreement with Broadcom

GSA has announced a new OneGov agreement with Broadcom that provides Federal agencies with discounted access to enterprise software solutions from Broadcom’s VMware portfolio. The agreement, available through the MAS Program, offers discounts of up to 64 percent on software designed to support secure, scalable, and AI-ready applications.

The offering includes the VMware Tanzu Platform, VMware Tanzu Data Intelligence, VMware Avi Load Balancer, and VMware vDefend. Agencies may also purchase the VMware Tanzu AI Starter Kit, which is intended to accelerate AI prototyping and deployment.

The agreement is available through May 2027.

Legal Corner: DOJ Announces Record-Breaking False Claims Act Recoveries in FY 2025: What the Stats Portend for 2026

Authored by Jennifer A. Short and Oliver E. Jury; Blank Rome LLP

Fiscal Year 2025 (“FY 2025”) yielded a historic high of over $6.8 billion in False Claims Act (“FCA”) settlements and judgments, underscoring the Department of Justice’s (“DOJ”) aggressive enforcement. DOJ’s annual report, released January 16, 2026, showed that healthcare fraud matters again dominated the lion’s share of the moneys recovered, accounting for more than $5.7 billion, and reaffirming the sector’s centrality to FCA priorities. Qui tam lawsuits also retained an out-sized influence, representing approximately $5.3 billion in recoveries for both intervened ($3.0 billion) and declined ($2.3 billion) cases. On the flip side, that means the government recovered some $1.5 billion without the aid of an underlying whistleblower complaint. The pipeline of new cases looks robust moving forward: whistleblowers filed a record 1,297 new qui tam suits, and DOJ opened 401 new investigations.

The Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative Delivers

Cybersecurity enforcement continued to mature, owing in part to DOJ’s Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative, which was first announced in 2021. In the past year, $52 million was recovered across nine cybersecurity-related FCA settlements. Total recoveries have more than tripled in each of the past two years. With Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (“CMMC”) regulations now firmly in place, federal contractors and grant recipients must pay close attention to compliance. Although individual cyber-related settlements are modest ($5.77M on average) compared to certain headline-catching healthcare verdicts, these resolutions signal a clear intent to impose liability.

The year’s published resolutions included allegations concerning the veracity of compliance certifications as well as product security, including, for example, resolutions with HNFS/Centene ($11.2 million; non‑qui tam), Illumina ($9.8 million; qui tam), and MORSECORP ($4.6 million; qui tam). Grantees also faced exposure for missing baseline controls, with Penn State resolving for $1.25 million, illustrating a breadth of scrutiny that encompassed both contracting and grants.

Pandemic Program Fraud Enforcement Continues

Pandemic-related enforcement remained active, with FY 2025 recording more than 200 FCA settlements and judgments totaling over $230 million. Cumulative civil fraud recoveries now exceed $820 million. Enforcement matters in this area extended well beyond Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) loan fraud. For example, Delta Air Lines resolved allegations that it had violated Payroll Support Program conditions for a $8.1 million payment. DOJ also pursued medical providers for COVID-related billing abuses, as reflected in settlements with Vault Medical Services ($8 million) and Rapid Health ($8.2 million)—both government-initiated matters (i.e., no qui tam).

Customs, Tariffs, and Trade Fraud: A Growing FCA Frontier

Trade‑related FCA enforcement accelerated, supported by DOJ’s announcement of a cross‑agency Trade Fraud Task Force in August 2025. Emphasizing the government’s renewed focus on this area, DOJ announced FCA resolutions involving misclassification, country‑of‑origin manipulation, and other disguise schemes to evade duties. Settlements highlight different schemes across an array of industries, including Allied Stone ($12.4 million; imported quartz), Evolution Flooring ($8.1 million; wooden flooring), and Grosfillex ($4.9 million; extruded aluminum). In addition to examining fees and duties related to foreign products, DOJ also resolved allegations of improper use of foreign labor, as previously reported on here.

In December 2025 (i.e., early Fiscal Year 2026), DOJ announced an FCA resolution with Ceratizit USA for its alleged evasion of tungsten carbide duties totaling $54.4 million, the largest such settlement to date. The combination of coordinated interagency attention and significant recoveries indicates that customs and tariff cases are becoming a durable enforcement lane, particularly where importers leverage complex supply chains or sensitive classifications.

Cooperation Credit and Compliance Remediation: When (and How) It Pays

In last week’s release, DOJ reiterated that timely self-disclosure, meaningful cooperation, and concrete remediation can yield credits in the form of reduced penalties or damage multiples. Several FY 2025 settlements reflected such credits, offering practical guidance on what “meaningful” cooperation looks like. Credited conduct included quantifying losses, sharing internal investigative findings (unknown to the government), and implementing remediation such as strengthening compliance programs or separating culpable employees.

DOJ’s messaging, per usual, encourages proactive compliance and may influence how companies stage their internal responses to potential FCA exposure. A growing body of settlements suggests that DOJ means what it says in this regard. Organizations that quickly scope issues, preserve and analyze relevant data, and present credible remediation steps are better positioned to avoid worst‑case outcomes, both with DOJ and in collateral settings.

What the Statistics Suggest For 2026 Priorities and Resolutions

DOJ’s articulated focus areas—healthcare (with particular attention to Medicare Advantage), procurement and grants, cybersecurity obligations, pandemic‑fund integrity, and customs duties—provide a clear roadmap for 2026. The convergence of record recoveries and record filings suggests sustained resources and appetite for complex fraud theories, including data‑driven targeting and coordinated, cross‑program investigations.

At the same time, DOJ’s public signaling regarding cooperation credits points to a parallel emphasis on incentivizing robust compliance cultures alongside deterrence. For companies operating in federal healthcare, procurement, research, or global supply chains, the practical takeaway is twofold: invest in control frameworks aligned to certification and data integrity risks and be prepared to operationalize a credible disclosure and remediation playbook if issues emerge.

For more information or assistance, please contact Jennifer A. Short, Oliver E. Jury, or another member of Blank Rome’s Government Contracts or White Collar Defense & Investigations group.

Make the Most of Your Coalition Membership!

Coalition membership offers a variety of opportunities to stay engaged, informed, and connected across the Federal procurement community. One of the most impactful ways to get involved is by joining Coalition committees and working groups, where members collaborate with peers and help shape the Coalition’s policy priorities. For a list of current committees and working groups, and to join, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org.

In addition to conferences, members are encouraged to stay engaged by attending Coalition webinars, participating in committee meetings, and joining us at trainings and events throughout the year. These opportunities provide valuable insights, collaboration with peers, and ongoing engagement with government and industry leaders. For more information or assistance with registration, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org.

Members can also take advantage of member-only visibility opportunities, including the ability to share job postings in the Friday Flash. This benefit allows organizations to promote open positions directly to the Coalition’s membership base. To include a job posting in the Friday Flash, please contact Michael Hanafin at mhanafin@thecgp.org.

Finally, members may request targeted data support related to Federal procurement programs, such as the VA or GSA Schedules. For inquiries about data availability and scope, please contact Michael Hanafin at mhanafin@thecgp.org.

If you have questions about your current membership benefits, or would like to discuss upgrading your membership level, please contact Matt Cahill at mcahill@thecgp.org.

Sponsorships Available for the 2026 Spring Training Conference!

The Coalition’s 2026 Spring Training Conference will take place on May 13-14, 2026 at the Fairview Marriott in Falls Church, VA. This two-day event will focus on governmentwide and healthcare procurement issues, and will dive into current developments in the dynamic world of federal procurement, with insights from key government decision makers and industry experts.

Several sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Training Conference. Sponsorship provides a valuable opportunity to showcase your organization, support the conference program, and connect with attendees from across the Federal procurement community.

View the opportunities here and secure your sponsorship today! If you have any questions, or are ready to secure your sponsorship, please contact Heather Tarpley at htarpley@thecgp.org.

Thank You to Our Current Spring Training Conference Sponsors

Webinar – OASIS+ Phase II: New Domains. Continuous Enrollment. Bigger Possibilities, Jan. 27

GSA is set to reopen all six OASIS+ solicitations on January 12, 2026, under a continuous enrollment model—introducing five new service domains that expand the playing field for professional services contractors. This update reflects EO14240 and GSA’s push to simplify acquisition and consolidate federal spend.

On January 27 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET), please Join Leo Alvarez, Principal at Baker Tilly, Dylan Schreiner, Government Contractor Solutions Senior Manager at Baker Tilly, and the Coalition for a practical briefing on Phase II of OASIS+. Leo and Dylan will cover the upcoming pre-amendment notice, draft scorecards, and strategies to position your firm for success.

Topics include:

The five new domains and their implications;
Preparing for continuous enrollment; and
Teaming and qualification best practices.

Whether you’re an incumbent or a newcomer, this session will help you navigate the next chapter of OASIS+.

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

Webinar – Implications of the Executive Order on Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting, Jan. 28

The President’s January 7, 2026, “Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting” Executive Order (EO) will have significant implications for defense contractors of all sizes, including both prime contractors and their suppliers.

The Coalition is pleased to welcome back Jonathan Aronie, Anne Perry, and Ryan Roberts of Sheppard Mullin on January 28 at 12:00 PM (ET) to walk us through the new EO, discuss its implications, and share a framework for proactively assessing and mitigating risk.

Attendees will gain practical and actionable insights that will be valuable to a range of corporate functions whose roles are implicated by the EO, including Legal, Contracts, Finance, Executive Comp, HR, Investor Relations, the C-Suite, and the Board of Directors. You don’t want to miss this timely and insightful discussion!

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

Webinar – Commerciality Considerations of DoD’s Memo on “Transforming the Defense Acquisition System into the Warfighting Acquisition System,” Jan. 29

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

2025 Small Business Year in Review, Feb. 4

During the event, Black, Dodds, and Williams will cover a wide range of topics, including observations on:

Small Business Administration (SBA) updates;
Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) cases;
Government Accountability Office (GAO)/Court of Federal Claims (COFC) decisions; and
Part 19 of the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul

Small and large businesses are encouraged to attend. If you have any questions in advance of the event, please contact Joseph Snyderwine at Jsnyderwine@thecgp.org.

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

GSA Contract Management Best Practices, Feb. 5

Best Practices for Compliance: Learn how to maintain compliance effectively.
Strategies for Business Growth: Discover ways to expand your business with government contracts.
Automation and Scaling Techniques: Find out how to automate processes for next-level growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your GSA contract management skills!

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

Save the Date: Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament, Aug. 19

The Coalition’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament will take place on August 19, 2026 at the beautiful Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Ijamsville, MD. This event attracts a dedicated group of players of all skill levels eager to enjoy some friendly competition and a round of golf with friends and colleagues while supporting a wonderful cause for our veterans.

Proceeds from this year’s golf tournament will once again support Paws for Purple Hearts (PPH). PPH improves the lives of veterans and wounded service members facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions through assistance dogs and canine-assisted therapeutic programs. To date, PPH has supported over 20,000 veterans and wounded service members across the country.

The tournament also supports The Coalition Endowed Scholarship Fund at The George Washington University Law School. This fund assists qualified veterans pursuing graduate studies in U.S. government procurement, helping them build careers in federal acquisition and continue their service to the nation in a new way.

Several sponsorship opportunities are available for the Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament. Learn more about these opportunities here. We look forward to seeing you in August!

Thank You to Our Current Sponsors