Professional Services Council

FTC Noncompete Clauses

Another FTC rule is in trouble, at least industry hopes so

The Supreme Court ruling that ended court deference to federal agency regulation throws more sand into the Federal Trade Commission’s works.

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Amelia Brust/Federal News Networksubcontracting, protests, Acquisition, Contracts, procurement

The wave of new procurement regulations rolls on and on

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Some highlights of provisions in this year’s NDAA that could affect contractors

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Eric White/Federal News NetworkDavid Berteau

Contractors find some ‘buying forecasts’ better than others

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Getty Images/Drew AngererState Department podium

State Department’s R&D approach has industry puzzled

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Eric White/Federal News NetworkDavid Berteau

FTC rule on non-compete employees has contractors worried

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Amelia Brust/Federal News Networksubcontracting, protests, Acquisition, Contracts, procurement

How legislators could make things a little easier for those companies working with the government

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Graphic By: Derace LauderdaleContracting

How election years affect federal contracting

Election years tend to dampen contracting. If an incumbent loses re-election, policy shifts and new people can put contracts on hold.

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Sequestration’s head pops up, for a peek at continuing budget uncertainty

CBO advised Congress that unless full-year appropriations for 2024 is enacted by April 30, the White House might be obligated to initiate sequestration.

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contracting, small business

If you’re a budget numbers nerd, this is the week to watch

Even as Congress takes up spending bills for a fiscal year already half over, budget watchers are preparing for release of the administration’s 2025 wish list.

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