Being a big fan of both crowdfunding and transparency in the public sector I couldn't resist investigating further when I saw news about the "FOIA Machine". The sophisticated FOIA Machine is being built by some of the top investigative reporters for the purpose of providing reporters and others a … [Read more...]
Small business subcontracting regulations being amended to implement provisions of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010
The Small Business Administration is amending its regulations governing small business subcontracting to implement provisions of the Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. In particular, this rule adds a provision providing that for a “covered contract” (a contract for which a small business … [Read more...]
Small Business Jobs Act 2010 Highlights
The Small Business Jobs Act is the most significant piece of small business legislation in over a decade. The new law will provide critical resources to help small businesses continue to drive economic recovery and create jobs. The new law extends the successful SBA enhanced loan provisions while … [Read more...]
5 Steps to Evaluate the Federal IT Market
IT companies looking to expand their business should consider the federal government. Lucrative is a word that is often used to describe the federal market — particularly the federal IT market, and with good reason. The federal government spent over $74 billion on IT related equipment and services … [Read more...]
Magic 2013 Conference July 10-12 Keynotes Announced
MAGIC 2013 – July 10-12 – Keynotes Announced The Multiple Award Government and Industry Conference (MAGIC) will be held July 10-12, 2013 at the Hilton Alexandria Mark Center. MAGIC is the only conference of its kind, offering attendees the latest insights on multiple award vehicles and … [Read more...]
APMP Mid-Atlantic Conference & Expo, Plus Bootcamp
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP) is pleased to announce the Mid-Atlantic Conference & Expo + Bootcamp will be held at the Sheraton Premier at Tysons Corner, October 21-22. The overall theme for this two-day event will be “Proposal Special Forces.” … [Read more...]
Matchmaking Event in DC June 20-21 Offers Small Businesses Opportunity to Meet Prime Contractors
This event offers eligible businesses an opportunity to participate in free business matchmaking event during the annual National Small Business Week hosted by the Small Business Administration. Participating small businesses will have face-to-face meetings with prime contractors and federal … [Read more...]
Oasis Small Business Industry Day Presentation
Here is the OASIS SB Industry Day presentation if you missed it: (downloadable copy HERE) … [Read more...]
Winners of Fifth Annual SECAF Government Contractor Awards
The Small and Emerging Contractors Advisory Forum (SECAF) announced the winners for its Fifth Annual SECAF Awards. Winners were selected from eight categories. The Government Contractor of the Year recognizes companies that have shown a compelling and profound commitment to excellence in … [Read more...]
A Consumer’s View of Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
This is an interesting way to view the government's LPTA practices. Shared with us by guest writer John Cook of Organizational Communications, Inc. A Consumer's View of LPTA: I am a LPTA consumer. My drink of choice is caffeine-free Diet Coke, when I shop the “lowest price” I can normally buy … [Read more...]
Sequestration Update March 28
So the sky hasn't fallen and the sun appears to be rising as it always has. Is all good? Here are some of the recent headlines that I think provide a snapshot of where we are headed. I try my best to ignore the agenda-laden articles and focus in on fact-based articles and opinions. Once … [Read more...]
Should Past GAO Decisions Be Considered in Deciding Whether to File a Bid Protest?
Several times a week, the Government Accountability Office (“GAO”) posts bid protest decisions on its website. Generally, decisions are not posted in their entirety; portions of the bid protest decision are often redacted due to protective orders in place. For this reason, in can be a challenging … [Read more...]