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GSA Consulting Services for Government Agencies Optimizing your agency's GSA operations is key today. The Gormley Group (TGG) is a top GSA and VA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Program consultant. We offer services to make procurement smoother, follow rules better, and work more efficiently in federal contracts. Our team gives you the help and solutions you need to get through the GSA schedule process. We know a lot about federal buying and help agencies make their GSA work better. We guide you through the GSA schedule process and make sure you follow the rules. Our services are made to fit your agency's specific needs. Choose TGG as your partner in government buying and support, opening up new chances for growth and success. What is a GSA Schedule and Why Is It Crucial for Government https://is.gd/LfT0ZS #Federalgovernmentconsulting #Governmentagencyprocurementsupport #Governmentagencysolutions #Governmentcontractcompliance #Governmentcontractsconsulting #GSAconsultingservices #GSAcontractguidance

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🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert: The Art of Federal Contracting with Jeff Sobel 🎙️ This week on our podcast, we’re thrilled to feature Jeff Sobel, a retired Air Force Colonel turned federal contracting strategist at CountryIntel. With a distinguished military career and deep expertise in business development, Jeff shares invaluable insights into transitioning from military leadership to the competitive world of federal contracting. In this episode, Jeff discusses: • Strategies for Sourcing Leads: Uncover methods that can transform your approach to finding new opportunities. • Networking Essentials: Learn why building strong relationships is crucial for long-term success in contracting. • Overcoming Industry Challenges: Practical advice for small businesses aiming to navigate the complexities of federal contracts. • Future Trends and Technologies: Stay ahead with Jeff’s predictions on the innovations shaping the contracting landscape. Whether you’re a veteran transitioning to civilian roles or a business looking to enhance your contracting strategies, this episode offers guidance that can pivot your path to success. Tune in to gain from Jeff’s wealth of knowledge and experience. Let’s dive deep into the nuances of federal contracting and discover how to thrive in this dynamic field. 🔗 Listen to the Episode https://lnkd.in/eJZwAcCQ #Podcast #FederalContracting #BusinessDevelopment #VeteranTransition #CountryIntel

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📢 Heads up! Agencies are gearing up to send in their lists of political appointees to OPM by July 1, 2024. This step marks a crucial move towards transparency and efficiency in government operations, ensuring smooth transitions and effective leadership. Stay informed about how this process impacts our work and the broader federal landscape. Your dedication keeps our government running smoothly, and your awareness is key to shaping our future. Let's keep moving forward together! For more details on this important update, click here: https://lnkd.in/e5gex-vb #FederalGovernment #Transparency #Leadership #GovernmentEfficiency

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Government reimbursement rates for certain types of highly specialized emergency transportation have been significantly lower than the true costs of providing such services. Earlier this year, the VA finalized a proposed rule change to cut its reimbursement rate for emergency air medical transportation. During health emergencies, this reduction could put an estimated 4.7 million veterans living in rural and remote communities, who already struggle to get reliable access to health care, at even greater risk. H.R. 5530, the VA Emergency Transportation Access Act, would limit the VA’s ability to change payment rates for transporting veterans and eligible individuals on specialized transportation modes. DAV supports H.R. 5530, in accordance with DAV Resolution No. 323, which calls on VA to provide equitable access to transportation options for veterans who need specialized forms of transportation to VA facilities. We call on DAV members and supporters to contact their representative and urge them to co-sponsor and support H.R. 5530, the VA Emergency Transportation Access Act.

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Fact: The federal government sets aside at least 5% of contracts for service-disabled #veteranowned small businesses. 
 @SBAgov supports these #smallbusinesses with resources to win contracts. VETRN recommends learning more about SBA and contracting: https://bit.ly/43h4xBW #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinessowners #smallbusinesstips #veteranownedbusiness #veteranshelpingveterans

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As Veterans Day approaches, critical legislation offering a lifeline for all types of VA beneficiaries continues to languish in Congress. Learn more and find out how you can help.

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Great to be back in COS #NORTHCOM and really appreciate that Wes has shared these thoughts as a front-line #SecurityCooperation AM&E practitioner. His sentiments underscore the significant challenges of developing a workforce from an amalgamation of federal agency and/or private sector competencies. At the end of the day Assessments, Monitoring & Evalutation (AM&E - DoD) or Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (#MEL - USAID and DoS) are not skillsets that can be 'bolted-on' or 'ported' over from one another as much as it may appear straightforward. USAID's MEL competencies have been formed for over 40 years and I would argue that they are still in the early days of their collective learning arc. I've always believed (and still do) that a sound AM&E/MEL professional is domain/sector-agnostic. Meaning, an AM&E/MEL professional who has the functional expertise to assess the environment, design programs and associated indicators, and monitor performance and desired outcomes with methodological rigor can be positioned with relevant technical expertise to execute the required AM&E/MEL tasks. Though I have worked across the DoD, DoS, and USAID AM&E/MEL and programmatic enterprises and consider myself interagency "nimble" or adaptive, I was not fully prepared for the challenges of those elements that are more akin to working in a new country or culture for the first time, to include culture, language, and operational rhythms across six independent regional commands. Ultimately, I am incredibly grateful and humbled to work with professionals like Wes who have jumped out of their comfort zone and into the deep end just as I am for all of our DoD SC experts who believe there is a better mousetrap to be built. #onward #respect, Tetra Tech, Management Systems International, #AME, #NORTHCOM, #PartnerNation, Sabel Systems Technology Solutions, LLC

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The DoD Small Business Bulletin will be taking a holiday today. We will resume publishing on Friday, May 31, with a special First Anniversary Edition. Stay tuned for this exciting milestone issue, filled with valuable insights and highlights from our first year. #DoDSmallBusiness #AnniversaryEdition #BusinessUpdate #StayTuned #GovCon #Acqusition #SmallBusinessProfessional #DoD #Newsletter 

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Knowing who is where, both from a business intel and relationship view, is key to success in GovCon. This report highlights a number of executive-level moves that caught the attention of OS AI across Government and industry for the week ending April 24, 2024. ==>> https://lnkd.in/edPRZknm

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An increased focus on career development in government agencies can go a long way in attracting and retaining talent, especially when it’s hard for agencies to be competitive on salary. https://lnkd.in/eRNFjY_7 #HR #Workforce #Feds #Stateandlocal #CareerDevelopment #employeeenggement

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🔸 The GSA (General Services Administration) is an independent agency of the U.S. government that helps manage and maintain the essential functions of federal agencies. 🔸 GSA Schedule is a long-term contract offered by the government to commercial companies. GSA uses Schedules to acquire high-quality products and services at fair and competitive prices. Becoming a GSA Schedule contractor is a mark of huge success for any business, because of direct access to a community of government customers with total spending of more than $33 billion a year. ✅ HERE'S WHY THE GSA SCHEDULE IS IMPORTANT TO YOUR BUSINESS. If you're wondering if you should apply for a schedule, read our full blog article at the link below ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dBk6Gq3Q #GSAcontract #GSAcontractor #GSAcontractors #GSAScheduleholders #PriceReporter

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