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EO on Pharmaceuticals Pricing, GAO Identifies Potential Federal Savings, and More
The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (Coalition) is proud to host this year’s Spring Training Conference at a pivotal moment for the federal acquisition system. The Spring Training Conference, taking place on June 25-26 at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, Virginia, will explore The New Federal Market. With recent Executive Orders
EO on Pharmaceuticals Pricing, GAO Identifies Potential Federal Savings, and More
Considering the Administration’s procurement streamlining efforts, now is the time to revisit the concept of evergreen contracting (evergreen) under the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) program. Evergreen contracting will reduce redundant paperwork requirements and further streamline contract management. Currently, MAS contracts consist of a five-year base period followed by three five-year options. At
Announcing the Spring Training Conference Agendas, Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Webpage, and More
The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (Coalition) is deeply saddened by the passing of our friend and colleague, Robert “Bob” Metzger. Bob was a pioneering force in the areas of cybersecurity, supply chain risk management, national security, and government contracting. His leadership, expertise, and generosity made a lasting impact on the Coalition and
GSA Unveils OneGov Strategy, FedRAMP 20x Update, and More
The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement (Coalition) would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who joined us for the meeting on Navigating Government Contracting in the New Federal Market on April 24. We are especially grateful to Holland & Knight for co-hosting this informative engagement. We would like to extend a
DoD to “Fast-Track” ATO Process for Software, GAO Review of TRICARE Contracts, and More
Acquisition Leadership on FAR Reform, EO Promoting Commercial Solutions in Federal Contracts, and More
Tariffs Paused for 90 Days, Executive Orders Issued This Week, and More