GSA Considers Taking Over Contracting Work at Other Agencies

ByMichael Price
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post GSA Eyes Government-Wide Contracting Takeover Amid Reorganization The General Services Administration (GSA) is reportedly exploring a significant shift in federal procurement: a potential takeover of contracting functions from other civilian agencies. This move comes as part of a broader reorganization within GSA’s Federal Acquisition Service (FAS). According...

GSA Removes DEI from Federal Contracts: Rulemaking Planned

ByMichael Price
Listen to the Deep Dive of this post GSA Takes Steps to Remove DEI from Federal Contracts The General Services Administration (GSA) is taking steps to remove diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) provisions from federal contracts. These changes follow the Trump administration’s executive order aimed at “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit Based Opportunity”. Class...

Elon Musk’s Expanding Influence at the GSA: A Closer Look

ByMichael Price
Listen to the Deep Dive Elon Musk’s Expanding Influence at the GSA: A Closer Look Elon Musk’s recent visit to the General Services Administration (GSA) has sparked discussions about his growing influence within the agency. This visit, coupled with the strategic placement of former Musk associates within the GSA, suggests a concerted effort to reshape...

Expanding the Rule of Two A Small Business Guide to Government Contracts

ByMichael Price
Listen to the Deep Dive Experienced defense contractors are likely familiar with the Small Business Administration’s “Rule of Two,” which often requires federal agencies to set aside an acquisition for small businesses whenever there is reasonable expectation that offers will be obtained from at least two small businesses that are competitive in terms of fair...

Understanding the Complexities of Government Contracting: A Breakdown of SBA’s Proposed Rule Changes

ByMichael Price
Listen to the Deep Dive Understanding the Complexities of Government Contracting: A Breakdown of SBA’s Proposed Rule Changes The world of government contracting can be a labyrinthine one, especially for small businesses. Recent proposed rule changes by the Small Business Administration (SBA) have added another layer of complexity to the already intricate landscape. In this...

The Interim Rule: A Simplified Guide for Government Contractors

ByMichael Price
Listen to the Deep Dive The Interim Rule: A Simplified Guide for Government Contractors Understanding the New SAM Registration Rules The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) recently introduced an interim rule that aims to simplify the System for Award Management (SAM) registration requirements for government contractors. This change is designed to streamline the process and reduce...