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A Federal Supply Schedule Is a Goldmine for Government Sellers: Here’s Why

GSA Federal Supply

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, […]

AI combines with cloud to rev modernization, reinvent public sector workflows

[ad_1] 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 […]

The imperative for procurement reform

[ad_1] 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 […]

Arrington kicks off effort to eliminate RMF for DoD software

[ad_1] 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. […]

Collins defends upcoming VA workforce cuts

[ad_1] 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 […]

Definition of Government Contractor

What is government Contracting

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

category management dashboards are open to federal employees only

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 […]

Navy axes MyNavyHR contract, slashes other IT efforts

[ad_1] Navy axes MyNavyHR contract, slashes other IT efforts Navy Secretary John Phelan said the contract represents $300 million in total contract value, which he estimates will save the Navy $260 million. Anastasia Obis April 30, 2025 5:38 pm 4 min read Navy Secretary John Phelan has terminated a human resources modernization contract tied to […]

How the Trump administration is reshaping federal procurement

[ad_1] The Trump administration has shown a great deal of interest in contracting and procurement. In fact, it has four executive orders on the street relating to procurement. Some things seem new, some things we’ve seen before. The Federal Drive with Tom Temin  got an assessment from the senior fellow at the George Mason University […]