GSA Most Favored Customer Clause: What It Means and Why It Matters
When selling to the federal government under a GSA Schedule contract, pricing isn’t just about negotiation—it’s about trust, transparency, and consistency. Enter the GSA Most Favored Customer Clause (MFC)—a provision that can either reinforce your business reputation or trip you into compliance nightmares. But what does the clause really say? Who qualifies as your “most favored […]
What Is Contract Number?
If you’ve ever handled a government bid, managed a business contract, or filed a legal agreement, you’ve probably come across a cryptic alphanumeric string labeled “Contract Number.” At first glance, it might seem like a bureaucratic barcode but don’t be fooled. That little number carries weight. In fact, your entire contract’s life, from inception to payment, from […]
A Federal Supply Schedule Is a Goldmine for Government Sellers: Here’s Why
If you’re a business looking to break into the world of government contracting, chances are you’ve come across the term Federal Supply Schedule (FSS)—or its more modern counterpart, the GSA Schedule. But what exactly is a federal supply schedule, and why does it hold such incredible value for companies aiming to serve government buyers? Whether you’re selling cybersecurity software, […]
3 steps federal systems integrators can take to expand efficiency, move forward in their digital maturity journeys
Insight by Future Technologies Protected: 3 steps federal systems integrators can take to expand efficiency, move forward in their digital maturity journeys There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. Vanessa Roberts May 3, 2025 6:26 am < a min read Copyright © 2025 Federal News Network. All rights reserved. This website is not […]
AI combines with cloud to rev modernization, reinvent public sector workflows
Insight by Google Public Sector Protected: AI combines with cloud to rev modernization, reinvent public sector workflows There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. Tom Temin@tteminWFED May 3, 2025 6:13 am < a min read Copyright © 2025 Federal News Network. All rights reserved. This website is not intended for users located within […]
The imperative for procurement reform
Bill Greenwalt, senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Moshe Schwartz, president of Etherton and Associates, join host Roger Waldron on Off the Shelf for a wide ranging, thought-provoking discussion of the imperative for procurement reform. Now more than ever! Greenwalk and Schwartz highlight current consensus coalescing around the need for across-the-board reform of procurement […]
Arrington kicks off effort to eliminate RMF for DoD software
The Defense Department’s latest effort to obtain secure software kicked off a 90-day sprint today to develop a framework and implementation plan under the Software Fast Track (SWFT) initiative. Katie Arrington, who is performing the duties of the DoD chief information officer, officially launched the initiative in a much-anticipated memo signed on April 24. The […]
Collins defends upcoming VA workforce cuts
The Department of Veterans Affairs is preparing for significant cuts to its workforce, after hiring surged under the Biden administration. VA Secretary Doug Collins defended the upcoming workforce cuts, saying increased staffing hasn’t always led to better service for veterans. “The department’s history shows that adding more employees to the system doesn’t automatically equal better […]
Definition of Government Contractor
Government contractors are the unsung champions powering a massive part of public operations—from defense to digital services and disaster response. They are not government employees, yet they are integral to government success. Understanding the definition of government contractor isn’t just for policy nerds or bureaucrats—it’s for any business hungry to break into the world’s most reliable and […]
Category Management Dashboards Are Open to Federal Employees Only: Why It Matters
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven federal environment, procurement processes need to be as efficient and secure as possible. That’s where category management dashboards come into play. Built specifically to enhance decision-making and ensure streamlined operations, these dashboards are a vital component of government acquisition strategies. Interestingly, access to these sophisticated platforms is restricted exclusively to federal employees. Why? Because […]