Defense

OMB highlights emergency contracting provisions

Update to Federal Acquisition Regulation makes for easier access to emergency procurement rules.

News And Analysis

Threads of Dignity

Features

Downfall

News And Analysis

Bidding Wars

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Waiting for Clearance

Features

Reeling In Business

News

Trial of former procurement chief begins

Prosecutor alleges Safavian lied, misled officials about dealings with Abramoff; defense lawyer argues the two were simply friends.

Management

Congressman’s office searched in contractor bribery probe

Earlier search of lawmaker’s home turned up $90,000 in cash hidden in freezer, according to FBI affidavit.

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Venture Capital

News

Smithsonian battles back against critics of contract

Opponents focus on secrecy and exclusivity agreement between the institute and cable TV network.

News

Contractor’s bribes to Louisiana lawmaker raise questions

Technology company executive pleads guilty to bribing a House member in exchange for help selling products.

Features

Capitol Connections

News

GAO criticizes oversight of contracts to Alaska Native firms

Small Business Administration does not adequately track contract information or help agencies implement program, report says.

News And Analysis

Contracting 101

Features

Fake Busters

News

EEOC signs new financial management outsourcing pact

Agency will continue to rely on Interior Department’s National Business Center to keep its financial systems up and running.

News

Former acquisition official at Defense agency sentenced to 11 years

Ex-official accepted kickbacks in exchange for contracts.

News And Analysis

Tax Collectors for Hire

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Leading the Charge

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