Government Procurement White Papers

Executive Order 14402 establishes a federal policy prioritizing fixed-price contracts and performance-based procurement across executive branch agencies. The order seeks to reduce government overspending, improve contractor accountability and increase transparency…

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State, local, and education (SLED) agencies spend trillions of dollars annually, yet a significant portion of procurement activity never appears on public bid boards. This white paper explores the “invisible…

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This report explores how outcomes-based contracting (OBC) is reshaping edtech procurement by tying vendor payments to measurable student outcomes. Despite billions spent annually, many districts struggle with low ROI, poor…

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This executive order aims to overhaul the Federal Acquisition Regulation, trimming decades of accumulated red tape. It calls for streamlining procurement rules so only essential, statute-based provisions remain, making it…

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The debate over plastic vs. paper straws has taken a new turn with a presidential executive order banning the use of paper straws in federal agencies. Citing higher costs, questionable…

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PrimeRFP introduces Policy Intelligence in SCOUT, an AI-native decision intelligence platform designed to help government contractors identify potential opportunities before solicitations are released. SCOUT analyzes federal, state, and local government…

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Fire departments across major U.S. cities are laying the groundwork for immersive training by outlining detailed requirements for augmented and virtual reality systems. This DHS-backed effort provides a comprehensive, non-proprietary…

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Federal agencies are rapidly expanding their use of artificial intelligence to improve mission delivery, cybersecurity, healthcare, defense and administrative operations. This GAO report reviews how agencies acquire AI technologies and…

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Federal agencies are rapidly increasing their use of artificial intelligence to improve mission delivery, enhance operational efficiency, and support decision-making across government. This GAO report examines how agencies acquire AI…

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State technology procurement can be a maze of unique laws, non-negotiable terms, and lengthy approval processes. NASCIO’s 2025 initiative, led by Texas CIO Amanda Crawford, brings states and vendors together…

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Written by former National Intelligence Council Chair Gregory F. Treverton, this report examines how the U.S. Intelligence Community can adapt to a world of ubiquitous information. It outlines the shift…

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This report examines how state governments can strengthen digital accessibility by leveraging partnerships between State CIOs and statewide accessibility officers across different IT operating structures. As accessibility becomes a top…

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This executive order directs federal agencies to prioritize commercially available products and services over custom-developed, government-unique solutions to reduce waste and increase efficiency in procurement. Agencies are now required to…

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OMB Memorandum M-26-02 establishes federal policy for the secure procurement and use of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The guidance highlights risks associated with foreign-manufactured drones, including data breaches, surveillance, and…

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Agentic Buyers, Analog Sellers examines how autonomous AI agents are reshaping enterprise telecommunications procurement and challenging the traditional, relationship-driven RFP and sales model. The paper introduces “Agentic Commerce,” where AI…

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