Category: FAR & Beyond Blog

The Next Steps in the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul 

On April 15, the President issued Executive Order 14275, Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement, launching a comprehensive rewrite (streamlining) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), supplemental agency regulations, and other

Time to Retire the Best-in-Class Regime?

Two weeks ago, the FAR & Beyond blog highlighted the new Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) ordering procedures set forth in the General Services Acquisition Regulation (GSAR). See GSAR Part 538.71. The slim downed, plain language rewrite

Thank You for A Week of Revolutionary Discussions

The Coalition is thankful for the opportunity this week to engage in two important discussions with senior government officials on the future of federal procurement. On Wednesday, we were honored

A Revolutionary Overhaul of the FSS Ordering Procedures

The Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul (RFO) continues apace! In August, the FAR Council issued 12 model deviations covering FAR parts 4, 5, 8, 9, 12, 26, 33, 38,

Thank You for a Memorable Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament

On behalf of The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (the Coalition), we extend our deepest gratitude to all our members, sponsors, and participants who joined us on Wednesday

The Imperative of Best Value Through the Multiple Award Schedules

On July 16, the General Services Administration (GSA) published via its website 16 legislative proposals that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) transmitted to the 119th Congress. Legislative proposal No.

Driving Us Closer to Our Goal: Thank You to Our Golf Tournament Sponsors

One of the Coalition’s most cherished annual events is just around the corner. The Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament returns to Whiskey Creek Golf Club on August 20, only

Coalition Mid-Year Recap

The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement is excited to share a recap of our activities from the first half of 2025 which we have pursued to advance common

How One Service Dog Can Change a Veteran’s Life

At first glance, $12,000 might just look like a goal on a fundraising graphic. But when it comes to providing a life-changing service dog to a veteran in need, that

Supporting Veterans One Service Dog at a Time: Help Us Reach Our Goal!

On August 20, The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement will once again host the popular Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament at the scenic Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Ijamsville,