SSA’s IT Acquisition Workforce Gaps—and Why Contractors Should Care
GAO’s August 2025 report on SSA’s IT acquisition workforce finds staffing, data, and training gaps amid procurement consolidation to GSA. With IT obligations declining and services dominating spend, federal contractors should expect longer cycles, tighter oversight, and more competition on GWACs—and respond with friction-reducing proposals and measurable outcomes.
Centralizing Federal Buying: Promise, Pressure, and the Path Through GSA
OMB’s new directive to centralize federal procurement would make GSA vehicles the default, accelerate FAR updates, and require strong business cases to consolidate operational contracting. Emily Murphy explains implications for small businesses, category management, and agency autonomy—and why measured optimism is warranted for faster, cleaner buying.
GAO Highlights GSA’s Challenges and Opportunities in Managing Inflation Reduction Act Funds
GAO’s April 2025 report reveals that while GSA has made progress in using Inflation Reduction Act funds for sustainability projects, significant improvements are needed in project selection frameworks, performance tracking, and transparency.
Executive Order Reignites Push for Centralized Federal Procurement at GSA
A new executive order from President Trump directs GSA to centralize procurement of common goods and services, aiming for efficiency and cost savings, but raises concerns over implementation challenges and impacts on contractors.
GSA’s Login.gov: Identity Verification Progress and Challenges
A detailed summary of the GAO report on Login.gov, covering the platform’s benefits, challenges, and efforts to align with federal digital identity standards. Learn about GSA’s pilot programs and the recommendations to address technical and compliance gaps.
The New Landscape of Federal Building Standards: the P100 2024 Update
The key updates and implications of the GSA's P100 2024 Facilities Standards for federal building design and construction. Learn how these changes impact sustainability, resilience, and innovation for federal contractors.
Why Federal Contractors Should Participate in the GSA MAS PMO Survey
The benefits of participating in the GSA MAS PMO survey for federal contractors. Influence future program improvements, address challenges, and enhance your success within the MAS program. Your feedback leads to streamlined processes, better support, and a more efficient federal contracting environment.
A Guide to the FedRAMP 2024-2025 Roadmap for Federal Government Contractors
Learn about the key aspects of the FedRAMP 2024-2025 Roadmap and its impact on federal government contractors, especially cloud service providers. Learn how the roadmap aims to enhance security standards, streamline authorization processes, and foster a more agile and automated approach to cloud services in the federal sector. Get insights into strategic goals, initiatives, and action steps to align with the evolving landscape of federal cloud computing.