Changing a Culture of Lowest Price to Best Value for Coming ESG Demands
Agencies need to consider more than just the lowest price when bidding for goods and services. In the end, what bidder will provide the best value?
Acquisition
Procurement Tips: Help Us Save You From Us
Government procurement isn’t easy. Here’s what the process looks like from the private-sector side.
My Favorite Contract Type: Time-and-Materials-Hours (T&M) – Part 2
Business arrangements between governments and third parties come in many forms, including a time-and-materials (T&M) contract type. Here’s why T&M arrangements can be so beneficial for both agencies and the entities they work with.
A Cloud-Driven Business Model
Moving to the cloud requires a new way of thinking about budget. Here’s some expert advice.
My Favorite Contract Type: Time-and-Materials-Hours (T&M) – Part 1
Federal acquisition rules can be a complicated business. Here’s a primer on what time-and-materials and labor-hours contracts are and why they’re so important.
FedRAMP: Your Ally in Navigating Government Cloud Security
Making sure vendors meet federal cybersecurity requirements can be complicated and unwieldy. FedRAMP offers a standardized, government-wide approach.
Asking the Right Clarifying Questions During the Vendor Oral Presentations
When vendors make their case, your decision may depend on asking the right questions.
Is the “Lowest Price Technically Acceptable” Acceptable for Government Software Purchases?
The lowest bidder isn’t always the best choice — especially when it comes to government software purchases. Here’s what you could be missing.
5 Steps to Streamlining Your RFP Response Process
Streamlining your request-for-proposal response process is an investment in the future success of your business. By following five steps, you can increase your efficiency and response capacity.
How to Rebuild Construction Estimates From the Ground Up
Machine learning and other tech advancements make construction cost estimates easier and more accurate. Here are some points to consider.