Vendors Can Still Weigh in GAO’s 5-Year Tech Contract – Nextgov
The oversight office extended the deadline for industry to give advice on its coming modernization contract.
Source: Vendors Can Still Weigh in GAO’s 5-Year Tech Contract – Nextgov
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B&P Effort Can Be Direct and Indirect, Depending …
B&P (Bid and Proposal) costs is one of those rare cost elements that can be charged both direct and indirect at the same contractor.
The definition of Bid and Proposal (B&P) costs is found in FAR 31.205-18(a):
“Bid and proposal (B&P) costs” means the costs incurred in preparing, submitting, and supporting bids and proposals (whether or not solicited) on potential Government or non-Government contracts. The term does not include the costs of effort sponsored by a grant or cooperative agreement, or required in the performance of a contract. (underscore added).
Source: PNWC’s Government Contracting Update: B&P Effort Can Be Direct and Indirect, Depending …
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Small Business Bid Protests Are Less Successful, RAND Study Says – SmallGovCon
Small businesses are less likely than their large counterparts to prevail in bid protests filed with the GAO, according to the RAND Corporation’s major new study on bid protests.
Source: Small Business Bid Protests Are Less Successful, RAND Study Says – SmallGovCon
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IT modernization: A roadmap to progress – FederalNewsRadio.com
This week on “Off the Shelf,” Stanley Tyliszczak, staff vice president for Technology Integration and chief engineer within General Dynamics Information Technology’s Chief Technology Office, examines strategies to meet the evolving IT needs in the federal market.
Source: IT modernization: A roadmap to progress – FederalNewsRadio.com
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Larry Allen: GSA making way on governmentwide e-commercial portal
The General Services Administration has not wasted time getting to a big assignment: Building a governmentwide e-commerce portal. The idea was called for in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. Larry Allen, president of Allen Federal Business Partners, joined Federal Drive with Tom Temin to discuss the highlights of a recent industry day.
Source: Larry Allen: GSA making way on governmentwide e-commercial portal
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Feds to Ramp Up Online Purchasing Presence | E-Commerce | E-Commerce Times
Online retail has been booming, with consumers flocking to the Internet to shop for almost anything. Online retail revenues in the U.S. would reach a projected US$445 billion in 2017 and jump to $600 billion by 2020, according to a report FTI Consulting released last fall.
Source: Feds to Ramp Up Online Purchasing Presence | E-Commerce | E-Commerce Times
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Contractors survived Monday’s shutdown but is the worst yet to come? — Washington Technology
Government contractors hunkered down on Monday and hoped the shutdown would remain short with minimal impact on their business.
Source: Contractors survived Monday’s shutdown but is the worst yet to come? — Washington Technology
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Federal government shutdown nears end, but government contractors still face uncertainty – Washington Business Journal
One CEO is left grappling with a market that’s still far too lacking in focus despite reports of optimism based on the Trump administration’s defense spending priorities.
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2018 NDAA: Changes to the HUBZone Program – SmallGovCon
The HUBZone program has received its fair share of coverage on our blog, from recommended changes in the 35% employee-location requirement to SBA regulatory updates to the program. Well, the HUBZone program is once again undergoing some changes thanks to the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act–but note that these changes are not effective until January 1, 2020.
Source: 2018 NDAA: Changes to the HUBZone Program – SmallGovCon
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When is a Required Evaluation Not Required? A Warning for Contractors Expecting the Government to Evaluate Professional Compensation – Government Contracts Legal Forum
Everyone can agree that professional employees should be compensated fairly and properly—both for the benefit of the employees and to ensure successful contract performance. However, a recent GAO decision could provide a loophole for agencies to forego the very evaluation designed to ensure that fair and proper compensation.
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