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GTPAC-hosted event once again a big hit with small businesses, government agencies, and prime contractors

January 25, 2017 By Andrew Smith

Attendees got a chance to learn about the benefits of membership from NCMA representatives.
Attendees got a chance to learn about the benefits of membership from NCMA representatives.

The Jan. 24, 2017 Industry Day — sponsored by the Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) — was a big hit with the 325 people who attended.

The Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) hosted the event at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s Conference Center in Atlanta.  GTPAC is one of many programs that make up Georgia Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute.

Vendors and government buyers got a chance to mingle and network at the Jan. 24 GTPAC-hosted event.
Vendors and government buyers mingled and networked at the Jan. 24 GTPAC-hosted event.

It is estimated that 250 small businesses participated in the day’s activities, which featured presentations on various federal, state and local government agencies’ contract opportunities to hundreds as well as individual appointments between hundreds of businesses, 49 buyers and 12 resource partners.

The buyers participating in the event included representatives of government agencies as well as prime contractors looking for subcontractors.

Sharon Morrow of the U.S. Army's Small Business Office answered questions from the audience about upcoming contract opportunities.
Sharon Morrow of the U.S. Army’s Small Business Office answered questions from the audience about upcoming contract opportunities.

The keynote address of the day was delivered by Sharon Morrow, Mentor-Protégé Program Manager and Small Business Liaison for SBIR/STTR at the Army’s Office of Small Business Programs.

Other featured speakers included NCMA Atlanta Chapter president Christina Edwards; GTPAC program manager Joe Beaulieu; Georgia State University executive-in-residence Cassius Butts; and NCMA Atlanta small business chair and CDC small business manager Gwendolyn Miles.

GTPAC's program manager acted as MC for the morning's activities.
GTPAC’s program manager Joe Beaulieu acted as MC for the morning’s activities in the packed auditorium at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s conference center.

Business tips were provided during the morning’s general session by Stacey Larson of CBS, Terri Denison of the SBA, Eugene Tinker of Certified Technical Experts, Prudence Howard of the VA, and Erv Koehler of GSA.

Copies of presentations which were made at the event can be downloaded here: Industry Day 01.24.2017

Vendors learned about contracting with the Atlanta Housing Authority.
Vendors learned about contracting with the Atlanta Housing Authority.

Information about upcoming contracting opportunities was presented by Jeff Napier of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Angela Whitmore of the Atlanta Housing Authority, and Tony Ortiz of the FAA.

In a busy matchmaking room, vendors presented their capabilities to buyers from government and industry.
In a busy matchmaking room, vendors presented their capabilities to buyers representing both government and industry.

Three consecutive hours of “matchmaking”– appointments between buyers and sellers — were scheduled during the afternoon.

At the Dept. of Administrative Services' table, vendors learned about how to do business with the State of Georgia.
At the Dept. of Administrative Services’ table, vendors learned about how to do business with the State of Georgia.

Government representatives from the VA, GSA, Clayton County, HUD, FAA, the Georgia Department of Administrative Services, the Atlanta Housing Authority, and Georgia Tech’s MBDA Business Center staffed tables to meet with interested vendors.

Subcontracting opportunities were a hot topic at IBM's matchmaking table.
Supplier opportunities were a hot topic at IBM’s matchmaking table.

In addition, many corporate buyers participated, including representatives from Booz Allen Hamilton, CBS, DB Consulting, IBM, ICF International, Georgia Power, LMI, Leidos, Northrop Grumman, RTI International, and Wyle Services.

Participants got a chance to learn about the services offered by the MBDA Business Center at Georgia Tech.
Participants learned about the services offered by the MBDA Business Center at Georgia Tech.

Running concurrently with the matchmaking appointments was a presentation on how to do business in the government sector conducted by one of GTPAC’s counselors, Tom Larkin.  Dozens of people attended this workshop as a productive way to spend their time while waiting for their appointments.

Vendors received one-on-one help from GTPAC counselors like Steve Bettner (l) seen here.
Vendors received one-on-one help from GTPAC counselors like Steve Bettner seen here on the left.

Scores of the small businesses in attendance also took advantage of this occasion to receive contract-related counseling from the entire team of GTPAC counselors and staff who came in from all parts of the state to support the event.

Bridget Bennett and Donna Vandersall spoke to many attendees throughout the day about the services offered by GTPAC.
Bridget Bennett and Donna Vandersall spoke to many attendees throughout the day about the no-cost services offered by GTPAC.

GTPAC representatives provided help to businesses on such topics as registration in the System for Award Management, certifications, and creating effective capabilities statements.  GTPAC also helped out-of-state attendees connect with the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) in their locale.

Seen on the left, technology partner Matt Gonzalez of IVSN explained the registration process to a participant.
Technology partner Matt Gonzalez of IVSN (seated, left) explained the matchmaking process to a participant.

Attendees at the Industry Day used a special web site and a smartphone app to register for and check-in at the event — and keep track of their matchmaking appointments.  The website and the app were developed by IVSN Group LLC.   The leadership of NCMA’s Atlanta Chapter contracted with IVSN to manage registration and appointment-making for the complex Jan. 24th event.  The app – called PTACGo! – can be downloaded free from Google Play (for Android devices) or Apple’s App Store (for iPhones).  It allows users to see, and register for, small business events across the country on smart phones, tablets, laptops and PCs.

Members of the Rocky Top event management team took a quick break from a long day that began at 7am and concluded at 4pm.
Members of the Rocky Top event management team took a quick break from a long day that began at 7am and concluded at 4pm.

Adding support to the day, a four-person team from Rocky Top Event Management Services provided on-site management.  Rocky Top provides management services to the Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers.

Special thanks go out to CBS, Axiom Corporation, and Rumph and Associates for sponsoring the Industry Day’s breakfast refreshments.

Below are a few more photos from the active and successful day.

In both formal and informal settings, buyers and sellers had lots of opportunities to exchange ideas and information.
In both formal and informal settings, buyers and sellers had lots of opportunities to exchange ideas and information.
An attendees is seen here showing off a 3-D printing creating to interested buyers at CDC's matchmaking table.
An attendee is seen here showing off a 3-D printing creation to interested buyers at CDC’s matchmaking table.
Lockheed Martin representatives had a steady string of visitors during the matchmaking event.
LMI representatives had a steady string of visitors during the matchmaking event.
GSA's acting regional administrator Erv spoke about his agency's future buying needs.
GSA’s acting regional administrator Erv Koehler spoke about his agency’s future buying needs.
Georgia Power was one of many corporate entities who sent buyers to talk about contract opportunities.
Georgia Power was one of many corporate entities who sent buyers to talk about contract opportunities.
GTPAC clients had the opportunity to learn about subcontracting opportunities with Booz Allen Hamilton.
GTPAC clients had the opportunity to learn about subcontracting opportunities with Booz Allen Hamilton.
CDC's chief of contracting Jeff Napier explained his agency's mission and buying needs.
CDC’s chief of contracting Jeff Napier explained his agency’s mission and buying needs.
GTPAC staff Nancy Cleveland and Tom Larkin counseled numerous buinesses about government contracting topics throughout the day.
Nancy Cleveland and Tom Larkin were 2 of 9 members of the GTPAC team who counseled scores of business persons on government contracting topics throughout the day.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: contracting opportunities, Georgia Tech, GTPAC, GTRI, industry day, matchmaking, NCMA, outreach, relationship building

Registration is now open for GTPAC-hosted, NCMA-sponsored Jan. 24 Industry Day

December 12, 2016 By Andrew Smith

The Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) will sponsor an Industry Day on January 24, 2017.  Once again, the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) will host this day-long event at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s Conference Center in Atlanta.

The day features information on upcoming government contracting opportunities, workshops, and matchmaking appointments between small businesses, agencies and prime contractors.

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Registration for the event is now open, and advance registration is required in order to attend.

To register, click here.

The Industry Day will be held from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s conference center located at 250 14th St., NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.

Last year, the Industry Day drew nearly 300 people — representing both small and large businesses, government agencies, and experts in the field of government contracting.  More than 500 individual appointments were conducted between small businesses and buyers.  Details on last year’s event can be found by clicking here.

In order to prepare to attend this year’s event, GTPAC recommends that you read these three articles:

  • 14 Tips for attending a government expo or trade show – http://gtpac.org/2013/05/14/14-tips-for-attending-a-government-expo-or-trade-show
  • What’s an ‘elevator speech’ and why you need one – http://gtpac.org/2010/07/16/whats-an-elevator-pitch-and-why-you-need-one/
  • What’s a ‘capabilities statement’ and why should I have one? – http://gtpac.org/2010/05/26/what-is-a-capabilities-statement-and-why-should-i-have-one/

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: Georgia Tech, GTPAC, GTRI, industry day, matchmaking, NCMA, outreach, relationship building

Mark your calendar: GTPAC-hosted, NCMA-sponsored Industry Day is Jan. 24, 2017

October 25, 2016 By Andrew Smith

It’s never to early to plan ahead!

The Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) will sponsor an Industry Day on January 24, 2017.  Once again, the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) will host this day-long event at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s Conference Center in Atlanta.

Auditorium
A packed auditorium of business people at last year’s event heard briefings by government officials on upcoming contracting opportunities as well as advice offered by successful entrepreneurs on strategies for pursuing government contracts.  

Last year, the Industry Day drew nearly 300 people — representing both small and large businesses, government agencies, and experts in the field of government contracting.  More than 500 individual appointments were conducted between small businesses and buyers.  Details of last year’s event can be found by clicking here.

The day features information on upcoming government contracting opportunities, workshops, and matchmaking appointments between small businesses, agencies and prime contractors.

Registration for the 2017 event is not yet open.  Watch for an announcement about registration details to be published here in late November or early December 2016.  And circle the date — Jan. 24, 2017 — on your calendar now!

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: Georgia Tech, industry day, matchmaking, NCMA, outreach, relationship building

GTPAC-hosted event supports small businesses, government agencies, and prime contractors

February 9, 2016 By Andrew Smith

The Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association sponsored the Jan. 28th event, including sponsorship of the technology used to manage it.
The National Contract Management Association’s Atlanta Chapter sponsored the Industry Day, including underwriting the cost of the technology used to manage the event.

Nearly 300 people – representing 145 small businesses – got face-to-face with the buyers of 59 government agencies and prime contractors at an event hosted by the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC).

The Small Business Industry Day was sponsored by the Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) on Jan. 28, 2016 at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s conference center in Atlanta.

Mark Teskey, small business director for the U.S. Air Force is seen here at the registration desk.
Mark Teskey, small business director for the U.S. Air Force is seen here at the registration desk.

The day-long event featured briefings by government officials on upcoming contracting opportunities as well as advice offered by successful entrepreneurs on strategies for pursuing government contracts.  The highlight of the day was the matchmaking portion of the program where small business were matched with buyers from local, state and federal agencies, along with large prime contractors.  In all, 589 individual appointments were conducted between small businesses and buyers.

The Contracting Education Academy at Georgia Tech conducted a 3-hour briefing for contractors on the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
The Contracting Education Academy at Georgia Tech conducted a 3-hour briefing for contractors on the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

Running concurrently with the matchmaking sessions was a presentation on “What Every Contractor Needs to Know about the Federal Acquisition Regulation,” conducted by one of Georgia Tech’s professional education units, The Contracting Education Academy.  Scores of people attended this workshop as a productive way to spend their time between appointments.

The keynote speaker of the day was Kenyata Wesley, deputy director of the Defense Department’s small business office.  Other featured speakers were Denean Machis, NCMA’s professional development officer; Joe Beaulieu, GTPAC’s program manager; Gwendolyn Miles, small business officer for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); Prudence Howard, regional contracting director for the Dept. of Veterans Affairs (VA); Mark Teskey, small business director for the U.S. Air Force; Jeff Napier, director of acquisition services for the CDC; and Tony Ortiz, small business representative for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Tony Ortiz with the Federal Aviation Administration’s small business office explained how the FAA does business.
Tony Ortiz with the Federal Aviation Administration’s small business office explained how the FAA does business.

Offering advice and insights into the government marketplace were small business representatives Gerald Boyd, CEO, DB Consulting and Kevin Grimes, CEO, CFO Leasing, Inc.   Wrapping up the morning’s presentations, NCMA chapter president Carlos Smiley recognized several individuals and organizations for their support of Small Business Month activities.

Copies of presentations made at the event can be downloaded here:  Industry Day Presentations 01.28.2016

Auditorium
Nearly 300 business people heard briefings by government officials on upcoming contracting opportunities as well as advice offered by successful entrepreneurs on strategies for pursuing government contracts.

Attendees at the Industry Day used a special web site and a smartphone app to register for and check-in at the event, and make their matchmaking appointments.  The website (http://www.ivsnevents.org) and the app were developed by IVSN Group LLC.   The leadership of NCMA’s Atlanta Chapter contracted with IVSN to manage registration and appointment-making for the large Jan. 28 event.  The app – called PTACGo! – is downloaded free from Google Play (for Android devices) or Apple’s App Store (for iPhones).  It allowed users to register in advance for the event and make appointments on smart phones, tablets, laptops and PCs.  “Big data” expert and GTPAC client Riverstone Solutions, Inc. worked with IVSN on data storage and analytics.  Rocky Top Event Management Services provided on-site management for the day.

On-site check-in was quick and easy. At kiosks that were set-up at the entrance, registrants simply typed the first few letters of their last name. This caused their name tag to be printed. Event organizers pulled the self-adhesive tags from printers and helped attendees put them on.
On-site check-in was quick and easy. At kiosks that were set-up at the entrance (photo at left), registrants simply typed the first few letters of their last name. This caused their name tag to be printed (center photo). Event organizers then pulled the self-adhesive tags from printers and helped attendees put them on (photo at right).

In addition, helpful messages were “pushed” through the app to attendees throughout the day (e.g., matchmaking is about to begin, workshop scheduling, handout availability, and reminders to complete the post-event survey).  Any attendees who did not download the app in advance used a QR code on display in multiple locations at the event to allow them to download the app on-site.

On the day of the event, attendees simply typed-in the first few letters of their last name at kiosks set up at the entrance.  Once matching their registrations, bar-coded name tags automatically were printed.  The bar-coding allowed for tracking of appointments fulfilled and workshop sessions attended.

Here’s a summary of what was accomplished:

  • All pre-registrants were given instruction on how to come prepared with an elevator speech and a written capabilities statement. (These resources are still available on the app, and the app is still available for download.)
  • All attendees benefited from individual matchmaking appointments with buyers from six federal agencies: CDC, VA, Army Corps of Engineers, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), General Services Administration (GSA), and the Small Business Administration (SBA).
  • State and local government agencies also participating in small business matchmaking were: Georgia Dept. of Administrative Services (DOAS), City of Atlanta, Atlanta Housing Authority, Clayton County, Clayton County Water Authority, and DeKalb County.
  • Federal prime contractors participating in matchmaking sessions were: Amec Foster Wheeler, Booz Allen Hamilton, Georgia Industries for the Blind, Georgia Power, ICF International, IBM, JBS International, LMI, Lockheed Martin, Northrup Grumman, RTI International, and Source America.
  • In all, there were 20 federal prime contractors in attendance who used the networking time between sessions to identify small businesses who might be used to fulfill their contractual small business subcontracting goals.
  • The app used for many aspects of the Industry Day can be downloaded for free from Google Play (Android), Apple’s App Store (iPhone) or by scanning the QR code.
    The app used for many aspects of the Industry Day can be downloaded for free from Google Play (Android), Apple’s App Store (iPhone) or by scanning the QR code. (Click image to enlarge.)

    Scores of the small businesses in attendance also took advantage of this occasion to receive contract-related counseling from the team of six GTPAC counselors who were on hand. GTPAC representatives provided help to businesses on such topics as registration in the System for Award Management and creating capabilities statements.  GTPAC also helped out-of-state attendees connect with the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) in their locale.

  • Attendees learned that the app – PTACGo! – that they installed on their phones, tablets and laptops can be used in the future to alert them to similar events coming up across the country. Examples include next month’s Alliance Northwest small business event hosted by the PTAC in Washington State and the National MBE Manufacturers Summit hosted by Georgia Tech’s MBDA Center.
Industry and government representatives were able to exchange credentials and opportunities with one another during networking breaks and over lunch.
Industry and government representatives were able to exchange credentials and opportunities with one another during networking breaks and over lunch.

The vast majority of attendees (88%) at the Jan. 28 event represented Georgia businesses, and business persons from Florida, Alabama, Tennessee, North and South Carolina, Maryland, Virginia and New York made up the balance of the attendance.  According to survey results, 62% said it was the first time they had ever attended an event like this, and 93% of attendees asked to be advised of upcoming events.  Satisfaction with the Industry Day was very high: 97.5% of attendees said the overall event met or exceeded their expectations; 100% said the registration process worked well; 97% found the check-in process easy; 82% liked the app; and 95% found the workshops and the matchmaking sessions meaningful.

589 individual appointments were arranged between small businesses and buyers from government agencies and their prime contractors.
589 individual appointments were arranged between small businesses and buyers from government agencies and their prime contractors.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: Georgia Tech, government contract training, GTPAC, industry day, matchmaking, NCMA, small business, small business goals, subcontracting goals

GTPAC hosts NCMA-sponsored Industry Day on Jan. 28

December 30, 2015 By Andrew Smith

gtpacThe Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) is hosting a multi-agency, small business Industry Day on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016.

The event is sponsored by the Atlanta Chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and will be held at the Georgia Tech Research Institute’s conference center from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. NCMA logo Advance registration is required.

The day will feature information on upcoming government contracting opportunities, workshops, and matchmaking appointments between small businesses, agencies and prime contractors.

For complete details, including the detailed agenda, and to register, please visit: http://www.ivsnevents.org.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: Georgia Tech, industry day, matchmaking, NCMA, outreach, relationship building

CDC and local NCMA chapter planning events honoring small businesses in January

December 10, 2015 By Andrew Smith

NCMA logoJanuary is Small Business Month and, to celebrate, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) are planning a series of events throughout the month of January 2016.

You may wish to pencil-in these events on your calendar now:

January 7, 2016
  • Women’s Forum – 8:00am to 12:00pm – Georgia Power Auditorium – No Charge
January 14, 2016
  • How to Win at Communications, Part 2 – 11:30am to 1:30pm – Marriott Century Center Hotel – $20.00
January 21, 2016
  • Private Sector Forum – 8:00am to 12:00pm – Atlanta Metropolitan College – No Charge
January 28, 2016
  • Industry Day – 8:00am to 4:00pm – Georgia Tech Research Institute – No Charge

 

For more information and registration, visit www.ncmaatl.org.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: CDC, industry day, NCMA, networking

Does perception matter? In federal contracting, it does

August 5, 2015 By Andrew Smith

Perception is a funny thing. Most would agree that it’s based less on reality and more on assumptions – on believing what we’re told, on placing too much weight on one, often isolated situation, circumstance, or moment in time. And yet it persists. And it’s incredibly persuasive.

NCMA World Congress 2015And no, the fact that perception is often shaped by media is not lost on me. As both a producer and consumer of news, I recognize the responsibility placed upon journalists, fair or not, to dictate how an event, an issue, or an entire industry should be regarded.  It’s precisely why, in fact, I was fortunate enough to talk about how perception may or may not influence how federal contracting functions at the National Contract Management Association’s World Congress.

But as we noted during that panel, for the world of federal contracting, the perception comes from many other places beyond media.

Keep reading this article at: http://www.federaltimes.com/story/government/blogs/editorial/2015/07/29/does-perception-matter-federal-contracting-does/30830163/

 

Filed Under: Contracting Tips Tagged With: NCMA, relationship building, supplier relationships

GTPAC-hosted Jan. 22 event to aid Georgia small businesses

January 13, 2015 By ei2admin

On Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015, the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) will play host to six federal agencies holding an industry day forum directed at small businesses in Georgia.  NOTE: As of Jan. 16, 2015, this event is booked to capacity, and no further registrations are being accepted.

NCMA logoThe event is being sponsored by the Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and the regional office of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

The event, billed as “Building Partnerships and Collaborating for Success, a Small Business Industry Day and Matchmaking Event,” is open to all businesses in the region who wish to learn more about doing business with  the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the General Services Administration (GSA), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

In addition to federal agencies, representatives of major prime contractors also are expected to be present, including Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, ICF International, RTI International, WYLE, Westat, Deloitte, and DB Consulting Group, Inc.

Businesses interested in participating in this event must preregister at: http://gtpac.ecenterdirect.com/ConferenceDetail.action?ID=7954.

More than 200 vendors are expected to attend.  Matchmaking events will be scheduled by vendors based on NAICS code requirements of government agencies and prime contractors. Details for the matchmaking aspect of the event will be promulgated separately to confirmed registrants.

All vendors participating in this event are expected to have the following completed prior to attending:  SAM and DSBS registration, business cards, an elevator speech, and a capability statement. See web link above for more information.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: ACE, Army Corps of Engineers, CDC, EPA, government contract training, GSA, matchmaking, NCMA, outreach, SBA, small business, small business goals, subcontracting goals, VA

GTPAC to host vendor matchmaker with multiple agencies and primes

November 18, 2014 By ei2admin

Save the date – Thursday, January 22, 2015.  That’s the day that the Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center (GTPAC) will be hosting a NCMA logovendor matchmaking event being sponsored by the Atlanta chapter of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA).

NCMA s dedicated to the professional growth and educational advancement of procurement and acquisition personnel worldwide. NCMA strives to serve and inform the profession it represents and to offer opportunities for the open exchange of ideas in neutral forums.

Federal agencies expected to participate include: the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the General Services Administration (GSA), the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

Federal prime contractors expected to participate include: Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, ICF International, RTI International, WYLE, Westat, Deloitte, and DB Consulting Group, Inc.

The event will be held at the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI), and is expected to attract as many as 200 Georgia businesses.

Vendors will have the opportunity to be matched, based on NAICS codes, with federal agencies and primes for 15-minute appointments.  Agencies will be announcing their upcoming contracting initiatives for the new year.

Watch this space for an announcement about exact location, time, and registration details.  NOTE: As of Jan. 16, 2015, this event is booked to capacity, and no further registrations are being accepted.

Filed Under: GTPAC News Tagged With: contracting opportunities, GTPAC, match-making, matchmaking, NCMA

What tests today’s contractors

July 3, 2014 By ei2admin

With federal contract spending near its lowest levels in a decade, agencies are upping their solicitations and award-hungry companies are increasing their bid protests. Chief factors in the spending reductions are the drawdowns of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan (the Pentagon being by far the largest contracting agency) and sequestration.

These and related trends are captured in the following five charts drawn from a new report on fiscal 2013 contracting released this month by the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) in partnership with Bloomberg Government.

See charts like the one below at: http://www.govexec.com/contracting/2014/06/what-tests-todays-contractors-5-charts-illustrating-acquisition-landscape/86815

Gov't Prime Contract Spending by FY 03-13

 

Filed Under: Contracting News Tagged With: contracting opportunities, NCMA, spending

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