Is setting up an IDIQ right for your agency?, In U.S. Federal government contracting, IDIQ is an abbreviation of the term indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity. This is a type of contract that provides for an indefinite quantity of supplies or services during a fixed period. IDIQs are also sometimes called "Task Orders" or "Delivery Order Contracts." There are a few instances when establishing a unique agency IDIQ contract may be an…, IDIQ contracts require a time investment, Setting up an individual IDIQ contract can be both labor and time intensive. Using a GWAC gives agencies the flexibility of having their own contract without the hassle of setting it up. , Leveraging an existing vehicle does not mean you lose ownership, Many agencies set up IDIQs because they are concerned about losing ownership. With NITAAC, that is not the case. Agencies have control of their awards from start to finish. Agencies write their own requirements, determine their own timeframes and, ultimately, select their own awardees, from our pool of pre-qualified contract holders. NITAAC simply leverages our contracting expertise to help…, Realize cost savings, When an agency uses NITAAC, they benefit from improved pricing because our rates are pre-negotiated at the master contract level, which means they are already the lowest available rates. And, because our contracts are pre-competed, additional competition could further drive down costs at the task/delivery order level. Put simply, NITAAC allows for economies of scale in order to reduce per unit…, Reduce timeframes and no protests under $10 million, And since time is money, agencies can reduce their timeframes by using our GWACs. On average, task delivery orders can be awarded in 30 days or less. And, there are no protests under $10 million. Furthermore, agencies can also use GWACs to meet their small business goals under an exception to fair opportunity. And, NITAAC GWACs all carry the Best in Class designation., IDIQs are a powerful tool in the contracting officers’ toolbox, IDIQs do have a role in federal procurement but for agencies looking to have a more streamlined procurement, or those that don’t have the time to invest in setting up their own IDIQ, NITAACs GWACs are an ideal option.
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With over 31,000 cybersecurity incidents affecting government agencies in 2018 alone, it is no surprise that government and industry come together for National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) every October to inform Americans about the importance of cybersecurity. And while this year’s NCSAM is over, the need for cybersecurity solutions is not. As highlighted by the 2018 Annual Federal…
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The Defense Department’s current acquisition regulations make it difficult for DOD buyers to leverage the benefits of the government-wide Best in Class (BIC) acquisition initiative, according to a new report from the department’s Section 809 panel. The advisory panel, which takes its name from Section 809 of the National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal 2016 that called for its charter, has…
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The GSS Working Group, which consists of NITAAC, GSA and NASA SEWP issued new Standard Laptop, Desktop, and Tablet Specifications v4.0 for the Government-Wide Strategic Solutions (GSS) online marketplace. Offering Apple and PC laptops, desktops, tablets and two-in-ones, GSS features a wide array of quality IT products for federal civilian and DoD agencies. With the latest update to GSS, NITAAC…
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We lead busy lives, and sometimes when you’re on the go all day you can end up missing that important piece of news. Well, now NITAAC is on the go with you. The recently unveiled NITAAC GO mobile app is the number one way to stay up to speed on the latest from NITAAC and the government acquisition community at large. Never miss another piece of breaking news, or overlook an event, whether that be…
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Information technology has become interconnected with the healthcare field. The two have grown exponentially in the last two decades and will stay at the top of the federal agenda, particularly as the government implements initiatives like the Federal Health IT Strategic Plan. This interconnectedness has made it important to give government agencies access to many avenues of business. However,…
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Through outreach and education programs, federal agencies are collaborating in new ways to create opportunities in contracting for small business. By Robert Coen, Former Director The federal government has worked hard towards its goal of awarding 23 percent of prime contracts to small businesses, and for the past two years we’ve met that goal. In fiscal year 2014, agencies awarded 24.99 percent…
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The key to getting the right IT solution for your agency is knowing what you actually need. It may seem obvious, but sometimes agencies need business advisors to ask the foundational questions in order to develop the appropriate acquisition strategy and requirements. If you can identify a bona fide need, and you have an idea of what success might look like, NITAAC Assisted Acquisitions is ready…
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The Department of Defense’s efforts to secure the nation continues to expand into new realms—from the cyber world to satellites orbiting Earth. As operations and programs expand, the contracting officers’ workloads don’t go away, particularly the everyday procurements and administrative duties. NITAAC recognized the pressure on COs to finish their current procurements and the new procurements on…, Warranted, FAC-C Level III certified Contracting Officers (COs), . We are staffed with certified, warranted COs who have been around defense and IT acquisitions for years. They have worked with and solved a variety of challenges in order to assure delivery of mission-critical technology solutions that are on time and within budget., The best fit, . We will pair you with one of our experienced contracting officers who matches what you need. To do so, we consider the size and complexity of your requirement, the culture of your organization, and agency specific clauses and regulations to develop an acquisition strategy that meets your needs., Our three Office of Management and Budget (OMB)-approved Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs), . We have a wide range of IT services, solutions and products available as well as access to the leading defense companies. We have 20 of the top 25 companies on Washington Technology’s annual Top 100 List. Our GWACs also allow you to make small business set-asides without switching to another contracting program., A fast-moving acquisition process, . Acquisition is our forte. Our professionals know the inner workings of defense acquisition. We use proven, agile methods for acquisition planning and procurements. You’ll also have access to NITAAC’s contract holders; firms that have already been rigorously vetted for criteria such as past performance, price and technical expertise so clients can trust their solutions will work and be delivered…, Lifecycle follow-through, . Our COs will handle the entire project, cradle to grave. From market research, to solicitation, negotiation and award, administration, and finally contract closeout. You’ll also have a detailed contract file and database of record for reference, and lessons learned for developing future best practices. DOD’s work spans from the warfighter on the frontlines to the cyber experts protecting the…
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What is fair opportunity and how did it come about? How did it transform the federal IT acquisition space? We break it down. Prior to the passing of the Clinger-Cohen Act (CCA) in 1996, it typically took the federal government years to purchase IT products and services--resulting in receiving potentially obsolete technology by the end of buying cycles. After the passing of the CCA, federal…
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