Proposed FAR Rules Regarding Sustainable Acquisition : PNWC’s Government Contracting Update
The FAR Councils issued a proposed rule to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation(FAR) to implement one of the President’s executive order; Planning for Federal Sustainability in the Next Decade. This proposed rule promotes the acquisition of sustainable products, services, and construction methods in order to reduce energy and water consumption, reliance on natural resources, and enhance pollution prevention within the Federal Government.
Source: PNWC’s Government Contracting Update: Proposed FAR Rules Regarding Sustainable Acquisition
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GSA Acquisition Gateway saw expansion in 2016 — Washington Technology
The General Services Administration’s acquisition gateway, a keystone for the agency’s category management strategy, expanded its IT resources and access in 2016.
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ITVAR Nonmanufacturer Subject To 150-Employee Size Standard – SmallGovCon
An ITVAR nonmanufacturer is subject to the ITVAR 150-employee size standard, even though the nonmanufacturer rule specifies a 500-employee size standard.
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Expert Insights: The 2017 IT Spending Outlook with Onvia Exchange Director Ben Vaught | Onvia
Smart governments will continue to bet big on technology in 2017 – to guard against cyber threats, streamline operations and, ultimately, deliver more value to the citizens they serve.
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Government Need Valid Reason for Cancelling a Solicitation : PNWC’s Government Contracting Update
Back in July 2016, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued a solicitation for laundry services in the Los Angeles area. After the closing date for receipt of quotations, the VA reopened the solicitation on September 1, 2016 to increase the maximum award amount from $2.5 million to $10 million. A month later the VA cancelled the solicitation and at the same time, extended the existing contract with the incumbent contractor, Railroad Cleaners.
Source: PNWC’s Government Contracting Update: Government Need Valid Reason for Cancelling a Solicitation
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3 Emerging WLAN Trends For 2017 | Network Computing
With enterprise WLANs under constant pressure from growing user mobility demands and an influx of new devices, a wireless networking pro’s job isn’t easy. And it doesn’t look like it will get any easier this year. As we plow ahead into 2017, those who build and manage WLANs expect several emerging trends will hit the WiFi space for better or worse. Here are the top three.
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Is it time to flip the table on procurement? — Washington Technology
Procurement policy expert Stan Soloway argues that commercial acquisition should be the norm in government procurement and the new Trump administration might provide an opportunity for real reform.
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Pair charged in an $18.3M ‘Rent-a-Vet’ contractor scheme | Federal Times
A DoD employee allegedly funneled millions in veteran-business contracts through a shell company.
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Last-minute executive order codifies security clearance process, suitability standards – FederalNewsRadio.com
President Barack Obama signed an executive order that sets governance process and suitability standards for agencies and population of feds and contractors.
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