Government Contracts

Imagine clocking out for the last time, not knowing if you'll return to work under a new contract tomorrow. This uncertainty has been a reality for many federal service contract employees across the nation. However, a significant shift is on the horizon, thanks to a final rule issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, effective February 12, 2024. This rule, embedded in the fabric of Executive Order 14055, mandates that federal contractors and subcontractors offer employment to service employees on successor federal service contracts, marking a pivotal moment for workers' rights and job security. Understanding the New Mandate The final rule's essence is straightforward yet profoundly impactful: it ensures that when a federal ser...

ArriveCan's "arbitrary, inaccurate, incorrect and unreliable results" interfered with Canadians' Charter rights, a class-action application alleges. Canadian firm Consumer Law Group says it filed a statement of claim earlier this week in Federal Court against the attorney general. The federal government launched ArriveCan in April 2020 to track health and contact information for people entering Canada during the pandemic, and to digitize customs and immigration declarations. The application alleges technical problems with the app led to unnecessary directives to fully vaccinated travellers requiring them to quarantine after entering the country. It demands the government declare it infringed Charter rights of liberty and security of the pe...

Breadcrumb Trail LinksOpinionColumnistsSimply fixing the gaps in procurement policies and rules as seen in the ArriveCAN saga won’t prevent more federal IT scandals.Published Feb 20, 2024  •  6 minute read Photo by Greg PerryArticle contentAuditor general Karen Hogan painted a clear picture of mismanagement around the ArriveCAN app in her recent report, concluding the $59.5-million app did not generate “value for money.” Her inability to determine the total cost of ArriveCAN — owing to poor quality documentation — brought to mind the challenges we faced in our 2022 research on government contracts.Advertisement 2This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and a...

In a significant stride towards enhancing India's infrastructure, NBCC (India) Ltd, a premier government-owned construction entity, has been at the forefront of securing multiple high-value contracts, propelling it into the limelight of the construction sector. Among these, a noteworthy ₹262 crore project aimed at the redevelopment of the Ministry of External Affairs housing in New Delhi stands out, marking a pivotal moment both for the company and the country's urban landscape. Setting the Stage for Urban Transformation The project, encompassing the construction of 54 Type-VI Quarters, 18 Type-IV Quarters, and 18 Transit Quarters, is not just a testament to NBCC's prowess in handling large-scale developments but also reflect...

An experienced entrepreneur has taken up a key role to promote the needs of small businesses to government and ensure suppliers seize the benefits of the Procurement Act. Shirley Cooper OBE, former chair and president of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply, met Parliamentary Secretary Alex Burghart for the first time as Crown Representative for small businesses earlier this month.  They discussed priorities for the next 12 months, with a focus on the implementation of the Procurement Act in October, which will see further benefits for start-ups and small businesses wishing to work with the government. These include simpler processes, greater transparency and access to opportunities, as well as strengthened payment terms which will maximise value for money and innovation...

Simply fixing the “glaring disregard” for procurement policies and rules observed around the ArriveCAN app won’t prevent more federal IT scandals. Source link