Friday Flash, 01.24.14

Friday Flash, 01.24.14

FAR and Beyond Blog Here in DC it has been cold and snowy—and parents across the region are wondering if school is going to last through July 4th given all the cancellations.  It seems that everyone in DC has lost productive time due to our winter weather.  The Coalition is no exception. Our “Fundamentals of

FAR & Beyond Blog - Congratulations Jeffrey Koses!

The Coalition for Government Procurement (“the Coalition”) congratulates Jeffrey Koses on his new role as Senior Procurement Executive (SPE) at the General Services Administration (GSA). Jeff Koses has had a long successful career at GSA working across program operations for the Federal Supply Service and its successor organization, the Federal Acquisition Service. During his time

Friday Flash, 01.17.14

FAR and Beyond Blog The Coalition for Government Procurement (“the Coalition”) congratulates Jeffrey Koses on his new role as Senior Procurement Executive (SPE) at the General Services Administration (GSA). Jeff Koses has had a long successful career at GSA working across program operations for the Federal Supply Service and its successor organization, the Federal Acquisition

Information Technology - “Predictions” for 2014

For those returning to work this week—welcome back and Happy New Year!   As you know, the Coalition is celebrating our 35th Anniversary this year!  We have a proud history of service to the acquisition community to celebrate as we continue promoting common sense in government procurement.  As we start the year I want to take this

Friday Flash, 01.10.14

FAR and Beyond Blog For those returning to work this week—welcome back and Happy New Year!   As you know, the Coalition is celebrating our 35th Anniversary this year!  We have a proud history of service to the acquisition community to celebrate as we continue promoting common sense in government procurement.  As we start the year

Coalition Events - Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!  The Coalition staff wishes you and yours a happy, safe and successful 2014!  As you know, 2014 marks The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement’s 35th anniversary.  It is a special time for the organization, staff and member companies.  We are looking forward to a wonderful year focusing on serving our membership

Friday Flash, 01.03.14

FAR and Beyond Blog Happy New Year!  The Coalition staff wishes you and yours a happy, safe and successful 2014!  As you know, 2014 marks The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement’s 35th anniversary.  It is a special time for the organization, staff and member companies.  We are looking forward to a wonderful year

Friday Flash, 12.20.13

 Friday Flash (12/20/13)  FAR and Beyond Blog Happy Holidays from the FAR and Beyond Blog!  We wish everyone a safe, prosperous and happy 2014!   Look for the next blog on January 10th!   Air Force Commits to Using OASIS GSA announced in a press release this week that the U.S. Air Force has signed a memorandum

Contract Duplication - Thoughts on the Office Supply 3 (OS3) FSSI Procurement

The latest developments under the Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative (FSSI) include a move away from the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program.  The Office Supply 3 (OS3) FSSI procurement would establish a new set of indefinite quantity-indefinite delivery (IDIQ) contracts for office supply companies.  The new IDIQ contracts, although separate from the MAS program, would

Friday Flash, 12.13.13

FAR and Beyond Blog The latest developments under the Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative (FSSI) include a move away from the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program.  The Office Supply 3 (OS3) FSSI procurement would establish a new set of indefinite quantity-indefinite delivery (IDIQ) contracts for office supply companies.  The new IDIQ contracts, although separate from