[PDF] Twenty Five Most Asked Questions About Federal Procurement eBook

Author : Scott A Stanberry
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 23,11 MB
Release : 2024-07-11
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781964913469

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Succeed in the Federal Government Marketplace Today! Now in its-can you believe it-FIFTH EDITION, Federal Contracting Made Easy lays out the entire federal contracting process in a readable and easy-to-understand style. This practical handbook covers how government procurement works, what you can do to cut through the red tape to speed your way to winning a contract, who the key players are, and tips for overcoming obstacles. There's also much more humor and fun and great new quotes as well! You'll find a discussion of GSA Schedules, updates on women-owned small businesses, new status of service-disabled veteran-owned small business, an expanded list of relevant websites and resources, and an introduction to the System for Award Management (SAM). Whether you are about to enter the competitive world of federal contracting or have been bidding on contracts for years, this is the book you need to help you win federal government business. This fully updated, step-by-step guide will help you: Understand how the government issues procurement opportunities Navigate the red tape to speed your way to a successful contract Decode confusing rules Get to know the key players Learn the various types of contracts Overcome contracting obstacles Learn how to break into and succeed in the federal government marketplace with this comprehensive guide outlining everything you need to know about federal contracting. Contents: How Does Federal Government Contracting Work? - The Rules of the Game - The Key Players - Opportunities for Small Businesses/Independent Contractors - Small Business Preference Programs - Subcontracting Opportunities - Federal Supply Schedules - How to Market to the Federal Government - Support Programs and Services for Contractors - Simplified Acquisition Procedures - Sealed Bidding - Negotiated Procurements - The Uniform Contract Format - Fixed-Price Contracts - Cost-Reimbursement Contracts - Other Contract Types - Contract Administration - Acronyms Scott A. Stanberry has been working with government contractors for more than 25 years. He specializes in providing auditing and accounting services for commercial clients with federal government contracts and in assisting government agencies in the administration of federal contracts. Scott is a certified public accountant.

Author : Congressional Research Service
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 46,36 MB
Release : 2015-02-03
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781508432883

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The federal government is the largest buyer of goods and services in the world, and executive branch agencies—particularly the Department of Defense—make most of these purchases. Many (although not all) acquisitions by executive branch agencies are subject to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), which can make the FAR a topic of interest to Members and committees of Congress and their staff. In particular, Members, committees, and staff may find themselves (1) considering or drafting legislation that would amend the FAR to save money, promote transparency, or further other public policies; (2) conducting oversight of executive agencies' performance in procuring goods and services; and (3) responding to questions from constituents regarding executive branch procurement activities. In addition, certain commentators have recently suggested that some or all FAR provisions should be withdrawn. The FAR is a regulation, codified in Parts 1 through 53 of Title 48 of the Code of Federal Regulations, which generally governs acquisitions of goods and services by executive branch agencies. It addresses various aspects of the acquisition process, from acquisition planning to contract formation, to contract management. Depending upon the topic, the FAR may provide contracting officers with (1) the government's basic policy (e.g., small businesses are to be given the “maximum practicable opportunity” to participate in acquisitions); (2) any requirements agencies must meet (e.g., obtain full and open competition through the use of competitive procedures); (3) any exceptions to the requirements (e.g., when and how agencies may waive a contractor's exclusion); and (4) any required or optional clauses to be included, or incorporated by reference, in the solicitation or contract (e.g., termination for convenience). The FAR also articulates the guiding principles for the federal acquisition system, which include satisfying the customer in terms of cost, quality, and timeliness of the delivered goods and services; minimizing operating costs; conducting business with integrity, fairness, and openness; and fulfilling public policy objectives. In addition, the FAR identifies members and roles of the “acquisition team.” The FAR is the result of a 1979 statute directing the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) within the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to “issue polic[ies] … for the purpose of promoting the development and implementation of [a] uniform procurement system.” Partly in response to this directive, the FAR was issued in 1983, and took effect in 1984. It has been revised frequently since then, in response to legislation, executive orders, litigation, and policy considerations. These revisions are generally made by the Administrator of General Services, the Secretary of Defense, and the Administrator of National Aeronautics and Space, acting on behalf of the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council. However, the Administrator of OFPP also has the authority to amend the FAR in certain circumstances. FAR amendments generally apply only to contracts awarded after the effective date of the amendment. While the FAR contains the principal rules of the federal acquisition system, it is not the only authority governing acquisitions of goods and services by executive branch agencies. Statutes, agency FAR supplements, other agency regulations, and guidance documents may also apply. In some cases, these sources cover topics not covered in the FAR, and sometimes the FAR addresses topics not expressly addressed in statute or elsewhere. In addition, it is the contract (not the FAR) that binds the contractor, although judicial and other tribunals may read terms required by the FAR into contracts which lack them. Agencies subject to the FAR may deviate from it in certain circumstances, and agencies or transactions not subject to the FAR may be subject to similar requirements under other authority.

Author : Terrence M. O'Connor
Publisher : Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 42,58 MB
Release : 2009-07
Category : Government purchasing
ISBN : 9781567264241

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Thousands of contracting professionals have relied on the Federal Contracting Answer Book as their trusted guide to the highly regulated world of government procurement. In each edition the book has offered timely and accurate answers to the questions that arise daily in this complex field. Now in its third edition, this answer book is even more comprehensive. Written by experts who have extensive experience working in and teaching government contracting, the book includes all the latest changes and requirements. The question-and-answer format enables quick look-up and a concise presentation of the information. In this edition, new questions and answers have been added on avoiding proposal errors, debriefings, procurement vocabulary, regulatory changes, and best practices. In addition to these updates and revisions, the third edition includes new chapters on earned value management, GSA schedules, and contractor qualifications.