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SUMMARY:GSA Briefing on Highly Configurable Items and FCP\, October 14 
DESCRIPTION:The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement will host a virtual meeting with GSA on October 14\, 2026\, from 12:00–1:00 PM (ET) to discuss the reporting and uploading of Highly Configurable Products (HCPs) in the FAS Catalog Platform (FCP). \nDesigned for members of the Imaging Equipment\, Furniture and Furnishings\, and IT/Services Committees\, the meeting will feature Holly Caputo\, Supervisory Contract Specialist\, and Peter Han\, Director of the Office of Acquisition Solutions Development. GSA will provide an overview of the preferred process for reporting and uploading HCPs\, including guidance on HCP pricing structures. \nTo facilitate discussion\, members are encouraged to submit their questions ahead of time to Joseph Snyderwine at JSnyderwine@thecgp.org. \nTo register\, click here. For any assistance with registration\, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org. \nNote: This is a members-only event. If you see a message that says “Registration Not Available” please log in using your member account.
URL:https://thecgp.org/event/gsa-briefing-on-highly-configurable-items-and-fcp-october-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:AInAcquisition Exchange Forum: The Future is Now\, November 17
DESCRIPTION:The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement’s is pleased to host our inaugural AInAcquisition Exchange Forum on November 17 at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church\, Virginia! \nThe half-day forum will bring together government and industry leaders for a timely discussion on the growing role of artificial intelligence across the federal marketplace. Attendees will hear perspectives on how AI is being used across government\, as well as the evolving acquisition policies and considerations shaping its adoption. \nSponsored by \n \nGSA’s AI Strategy and the Road Ahead \nThe forum will begin with a fireside chat focused on the General Services Administration’s (GSA) AI Strategy and the Road Ahead. The Coalition has invited Michael Lynch\, Deputy Administrator of GSA\, to participate in the discussion. The fireside chat will provide an opportunity to hear his perspectives on GSA’s approach to AI and its role supporting the agency’s mission and priorities. \nIT Management and the Role of AI \nNext\, the forum will turn to IT Management and the Role of AI\, examining how agencies are approaching AI as part of their broader IT strategies and how the technology can support operations\, missions\, and the delivery of government services. \nThe Coalition has invited the following government leaders to participate: \n\nDave Shive\, Chief Information Officer\, GSA (invited)\nAdarryl Roberts\, Chief Information Officer\, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) (invited)\nKimberly McManus\, Acting Chief AI Officer\, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) (invited)\n\nThe Evolving AI Acquisition Policy Landscape \nThe forum will conclude with the Evolving AI Acquisition Policy Landscape. This panel will examine the latest developments and considerations impacting how the federal government acquires and adopts AI\, bringing together perspectives from the acquisition policy and government procurement communities. \nThe Coalition has invited the following experts to participate: \n\nJessica Tillipman\, Associate Dean for Government Procurement Law\, The George Washington University Law School\nMichelle Miller\, Director for Contract Policy\, Office of the Principal Director\, Defense Pricing\, Contracting\, and Acquisition Policy (DPCAP)\, Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment\, Department of War\nMathew Blum\, Associate Administrator for Federal Procurement Policy\, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) (invited)\nNick West\, Director\, Office of Acquisition Policy\, Integrity\, & Workforce\, GSA\n\nThe AInAcquisition Exchange Forum: The Future is Now takes place the day before the Coalition’s 2026 Fall Training Conference on November 18–19. \nRegistration for the AInAcquisition Exchange Forum is complimentary for attendees registered for the Fall Training Conference. Conference registrants can indicate whether they plan to attend the November 17 forum\, Day One of the Fall Training Conference\, and/or Day Two through the conference registration page. \nTo register\, click here. For questions or assistance with registration\, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org
URL:https://thecgp.org/event/ainacquisition-exchange-forum-november-17/
LOCATION:Fairview Park Marriott\, 3111 Fairview Park Dr\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22042\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Fall Training Conference: The Acquisition Exchange\, November 18-19
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Coalition’s 2026 Fall Training Conference: The Acquisition Exchange\, taking place November 18–19 at the Fairview Marriott in Falls Church\, Virginia\, as well as our inaugural AInAcquisition Exchange Forum on November 17\, the day before the conference!\n\nFull Schedule\n\nTuesday\, Nov. 17: AInAcquisition Exchange Forum: The Future is Now–  Half Day Forum\, included with conference registration (learn more here)\n\nWednesday\, Nov. 18:  The Acquisition Exchange: What’s Next for Interagency Contracting-  Day One\, Governmentwide Focus\n\nThursday\, Nov. 19:  Day Two\, Healthcare Focus \n\n\nWednesday\, Nov. 18:  The Acquisition Exchange: What’s Next for Interagency Contracting-  Day One\, Governmentwide Focus\nDay One\, “The Acquisition Exchange: What’s Next for Interagency Contracting?”\, will bring together government and industry leaders for a full day of discussions focused on the future of the federal acquisition marketplace. As agencies continue to evolve their acquisition strategies\, programs\, and contracting approaches\, the agenda will examine what these changes mean for both government and industry. Attendees will hear directly from acquisition leaders and experts on emerging priorities\, the connection between acquisition policy and operations\, and the programs and initiatives shaping interagency contracting. The day will also provide opportunities for attendees to engage directly with government officials through focused breakout sessions covering key acquisition offices\, contract vehicles\, and systems.\n\nTo view the full Day One agenda\, click here. Please note all speakers are invited unless otherwise noted as confirmed.\n\nStay tuned for the Day Two Agenda coming soon!\n\nTo register\, click here. For questions or assistance with registration\, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org\n \nClick here to Book your group rate for the Coalition’s Fall Training Conference at the Fairview Park Marriott. \nSponsorship opportunities are also available. Please review the Sponsorship Prospectus for additional information and contact Heather Tarpley at htarpley@thecgp.org with any questions or to secure your sponsorship.
URL:https://thecgp.org/event/2026-fall-training-conference-november-18-19/
LOCATION:Fairview Park Marriott\, 3111 Fairview Park Dr\, Falls Church\, Virginia\, 22042\, United States
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SUMMARY:Coalition Annual Holiday Reception\, December 15
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holiday season with the Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement!\n\nThe Coalition invites you to join us on December 15 from 5:00 – 8:00 pm (ET) at the Tower Club in Tysons Corner for a complimentary holiday gathering to commemorate the past year and toast to the new one ahead! \nAs we pause to take a well-deserved break after another event filled year\, we will acknowledge all that we have accomplished together. Enjoy food\, beverages\, and the company of friends and colleagues during this cheerful event. We hope you will be there to relax\, appreciate\, and celebrate with us. \nThank You to Our Sponsor \n \nTo register\, click here. For any assistance with registration\, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org  \nNote: This is a member-only event. Registration is complimentary but required for food and beverage purposes. 
URL:https://thecgp.org/event/coalition-annual-holiday-reception-december-15/
LOCATION:Tower Club\, 8000 Towers Crescent Dr Ste 1700\, Vienna\, Virginia\, 22182
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