Why Are Cities Still Signing Long-term Technology Contracts? (Contributed)
Can cities pull themselves out of a purchasing cycle that only benefits vendors?
Source: Why Are Cities Still Signing Long-term Technology Contracts? (Contributed)
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Limits on Micro-Purchases and Simplified Acquisition Thresholds Increased
The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2018 increased the micro-purchase threshold from $3,000 to $10,000 and the simplified acquisition threshold (SAT) from $150,000 to $250,000 (see 2018 NDAA Sections 806 and 805 respectively). Until the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) can be formally amended, Government agencies have been authorized to issue class deviations implementing these provision. The Energy Department has already issued its class deviation to raise these thresholds and most likely, other agencies will soon issue their own class deviations.
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New government contracting incubator looks to plug small businesses into pipeline – Washington Business Journal
The program helps small businesses grow and transition faster to priming contracts, at a time when a “stasis-is-death” ethos is driving ongoing consolidation in the market.
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NAICS Code Appeals: Discussions With Agency Don’t Extend Deadline – SmallGovCon
NAICS code appeals must be filed within 10 calendar days, and discussions with Contracting Officers don’t extend the strict deadline to file NAICS code appeals with the SBA Office of Hearings and Appeals.
Source: NAICS Code Appeals: Discussions With Agency Don’t Extend Deadline – SmallGovCon
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When it comes to bid protests, Section 809 panel should follow data
The Section 809 Panel released its first of three reports in January aimed at improving and streamlining Defense Department acquisition across the government. The initial report was well-received for good reason. Through a careful analysis, it recommended bold and much-needed reform to the regulations underpinning everything DoD buys.
Source: When it comes to bid protests, Section 809 panel should follow data
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Congratulations, you won an IDIQ! Now what? | Lohfeld
Statistics state that the top ten vendors will likely receive fifty-percent of all contract awards
Source: Congratulations, you won an IDIQ! Now what? | Lohfeld
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No Protest of CIO-SP3 SB Order Below $10 Million, Says GAO – SmallGovCon
A CIO-SP3 SB contract holder could not protest the award of a task order to a competitor because the order was valued at less than $10 million.
Source: No Protest of CIO-SP3 SB Order Below $10 Million, Says GAO – SmallGovCon
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Punitive Damages and Missed Opportunities
Have you ever wanted to sue the Government for punitive damages? If so, you better find a legal jurisdiction other than one of the Boards of Contract Appeals.
Source: PNWC’s Government Contracting Update: Punitive Damages and Missed Opportunities
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DHS’ Suspension and Debarment Procedures Need Improvement
Last January, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued a report entitled “DHS Needs to Strengthen Its Suspension and Debarment Program“. The report was requested by Congressman Bennie Thompson (Mississippi) in 2016. Here’s what the OIG found.
Source: PNWC’s Government Contracting Update: DHS’ Suspension and Debarment Procedures Need Improvement
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March Monthly Insights Newsletter | Top 3 Contracts to Watch
We are tracking three contracts expected to drop in the upcoming months: Application Development Engineering and Sustainment (EADIS), FBI Information Technology Supplies and Support Services (IT Triple S) (IT-SSS), and Project Management Oversight Services. Get more details on these opportunities below, including Red Team’s in-depth look at EADIS.
Source: March Monthly Insights Newsletter | Top 3 Contracts to Watch
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