Office Manager 3/20/26 Office Manager 3/20/26

When Procurement Decisions Appear Wasteful: A Neutral Framework for Understanding Federal Award Outcomes

An overview of why some federal procurement decisions may appear wasteful, yet still comply with procurement law. Explains the distinction between price alone and best value, the role of technical acceptability and documentation, and how recent GAO decisions illustrate the limits of labeling an award inefficient without a stronger legal basis.

Office Manager 9/9/24 Office Manager 9/9/24

Civilian Agencies Poised to Smash Procurement Records in FY24

Civilian federal agencies are projected to reach a record $300 billion in procurement spending for FY24, creating massive opportunities for small business vendors as year-end contracts surge in the final quarter.