Contract Management articles from January 2004

Contract Management archives from January 2004

Define and support your profession.(President's Forum)(contract managers)
January 1, 2004... When someone asks you what you do for a living, what do you tell him or her? For me, "I'm a contracts manager," usually leads to "Oh..." or "What's that?" It isn't always easy to answer. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We aren't purchasing...

Simple tools for effective contract management: as the keeper of "the contract story," the administrator/specialist must be able to access and maintain timely contract data at a level that is sufficient to adequately support a program's needs.(Professional Development)
January 1, 2004... How effectively do you administer and manage your contracts on a day-to-day basis? Are you able to quickly find the correspondence and documents that you need to resolve issues in a timely way? If someone asks you if a particular clause is in...

2004 NCMA events.(Calendar)
January 1, 2004... April 26-28, 2004 World Congress 2004 Renaissance Orlando Resort at Seaworld * Orlando, FL July 15-16, 2004 West Coast Educational Conference Hyatt Regency * Long Beach, CA For more information about the conferences...

Financial services supply chains: to gain supply chain excellence, organizations must be willing to change the supply chain process, understand where savings are actually gained, anticipate demand, and learn how to manage consumption.(Achieving Excellence in)(Cover Story)
January 1, 2004... The financial services industry has seen dramatic changes in the last few years due to increases in innovation and competitiveness. These changes are being driven by shifts in technology, the business environment, customer dynamics, and the...

From vertical to virtual--manufacturing to a supply chain system: we are no longer a manufacturing company, but more of a general contractor with a sophisticated supply chain organized to focus its resources and assets where it can add the most value.
January 1, 2004... Over the past few years, Lucent Technologies has undergone one of the most dramatic changes corporate America has seen. It has transformed itself to deal with the new reality of its market from an incredible growth curve to a decline...

A well-oiled Machine: automating contracting processes in the oil and gas industry could drive impressive returns on investment and save companies millions per year.
January 1, 2004... As a manager, I make decisions every day about what is worth my attention and what is not. So, as technology investment opportunities cross our desks on a regular basis, why should we stop to consider contract management (CM)? ...

From the outside in: collaborative contract management can help visionary companies improve overall business health, leapfrog competitors, and thrive--not just survive.
January 1, 2004... Contract management (CM) has undergone a fundamental shift in the past two years. Driven by both new technologies and new mandates from senior executives, contracts are finally getting their due as strategic business drivers. [ILLUSTRATION...

Contracting challenges of DOD's unique identification policy: as contracts professionals, you will need to work closely with all disciplines affected--in government and industry--and with the entire supply chain to implement UID efficiently and effectively.(Department of Defense)
January 1, 2004... The release of an interim DFARS rule in October 2003 set the stage for launching an ambitious program of unique identification (UID) by the Department of Defense (DOD). Beginning in January 2004, DOD will take the initial steps to improve both...

How to construct a contract compliance matrix: a solid matrix goes a long way, identifying gaps or errors in the contract document, providing a baseline for measuring performance as it progresses, and serving as a clear roadmap during the close-out phase.
January 1, 2004... A contract compliance matrix, which provides a simplified overview of every contract requirement, is a tool developed by the contract administrator. While a variety of formats and headers can be used, typically matrices fall into three broad...

Negligence contract performance.(Case Commentary)
January 1, 2004... In 1995, the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) in Okinawa contracted with Taisei Rotec Corporation (Taisei) for the repair and maintenance of hangar doors at the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) at Futenma, Okinawa, Japan. The work...

Military reservists on active duty.(Small Business Briefs)(Public Law 106-50)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... In response to Public Law 106-50, the Veterans Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development Act of 1999, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that it will accept applications for economic injury disaster loans from...

Nonmanufacturer rule.(Small Business Briefs)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... SBA has identified SB manufacturers for ammunition (except small arms manufacturing), North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 332993, and for small arms manufacturing (NAICS 332994). It therefore intends to terminate its waivers...

Women-owned small businesses.(Small Business Briefs)(Department of Defense. Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... The Department of Defense (DOD) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization has established an Internet site for its program to assist women-owned small businesses (WOSBs) in obtaining contracts with the department. The DOD program...

Subcontracts for commercial items and components.(Small Business Briefs)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... A proposal has been made to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation to require that noncommercial solicitations and contracts include an amended FAR 52.244-6 (Federal Register, October 27, 2003). The new 52.244-6 would include this commercial...

Size standards.(Small Business Briefs)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... SBA has issued a final rule (Federal Register, October 15, 2003) to change the size standard for facilities support services (NAICS Code 561210) from $6 million to $30 million. The final rule would also increase the standard for the subcategory...

Contract bundling.(Small Business Briefs)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... In separate actions published in the Federal Register on October 20, 2003, final rules were implemented--effective the same date--to modify the Federal Acquisition Regulation and the SBA regulations regarding contract bundling. The FAR...

Subcontracting plans.(Small Business Briefs)
January 1, 2004... SBA published a proposed rule (Federal Register, October 20, 2003) making changes to the regulations covering subcontracting plans. The proposed rule would * Add a list of factors to consider for evaluating prime contractor's performance...

Small Business Innovative Research grants.(Grant Management)
January 1, 2004... The Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) program is one program that most government contractors have heard of but know very little about. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The SBIR program is a phased process--uniform throughout the...

Understanding your supply chain.(Book Review)(Book Review)
January 1, 2004... Supply Chain Excellence: A Handbook for Dramatic Improvement Using the SCOR Model by Peter Bolstorff and Robert Rosenbaum AMACOM; 1st edition (April 2003) ISBN: 0814407307 256 pp. $27.97 (Amazon.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Contracting with the DOD: the procurement and acquisition system of America's Defense Department; As a potential DOD customer, what are the key things to know?(Government Contracting)(Department of Defense)
January 1, 2004... The Department of Defense (DOD) provides the military forces needed to deter war and protect the security of our country--this is its workforce's mission. The major elements of these forces are the military services (the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine...

"Bring it home": mitigate performance risk through ongoing performance monitoring.(Information Technology)
January 1, 2004... Contracts managers know that "bringing it home"--receiving the goods and services for which they contracted--is the most important part of the process. Every program manager and contracts manager, on either side of the contract, is concerned...

The success of GSA Global Supply.(General Services Administration )
January 1, 2004... Since its inception in 1949, GSA's National Supply System has been a key player in the field. This National Supply System was further enhanced, when GSA and the Department of Defense (DOD) entered into an agreement in 1971, to eliminate...

About Federal Publications Seminars.(Profile)
January 1, 2004... Are you in yet? The Contract Management Learning Center (CMLC) is an easy-to-use, valuable professional resource for all contracts professionals--and for NCMA members, it's free! Set up your account at the CMLC today... see...

Final Edition: January 2004.
January 1, 2004... Legislation Congress Approves SARA 2003 After several attempts in prior years, Congress has passed the Services Acquisition Reform Act of 2003 (SARA) as part of the National Defense Reauthorization Act of Fiscal Year 2004 (H.R. 1588)....

Chartering new territory: NCMA welcomes West Dakota Chapter.(National Contract Management Association )(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... NCMA warmly welcomes a new chapter to the North Central Region: the West Dakota Chapter. Here is the story of how the new members gathered to form this group. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The West Dakota endeavor began over lunch with the...

Announcing the 2003 Charles Delaney memorial annual award.(NCMA Association News)
January 1, 2004... Now is the time to nominate your favorite 2003 article from CM magazine! Every vote counts from our members. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Main criteria to consider for "best" article: * Timeliness, * Relevance and usefulness, and...

Chapter bulletin board.(NCMA Association News)
January 1, 2004... Caption: ANTELOPE VALLEY CHAPTER Colonel Copp awards Lt Col Celeo Wright the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal, Third Oak Leaf Cluster, for outstanding service to the United States of America--the culmination of a distinguished 28-year...

Presenting the new CPCMs! "Certification is the key to professionalism".(NCMA Association News)(Certified Professional Contracts Manager)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... Congratulations to those candidates listed below who passed the Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) examination. The CPCM designation represents the highest level of qualification in the contracts profession. Both the CPCM and...

Safeguarding: corporate assets with software escrow.(National Contract Management Association Buyer's Guide 2004)
January 1, 2004... The corporate world increasingly depends on technology to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. Since software investments are the power behind many corporate engines, it makes sense to have protection in place. It is critical to assess...

National Contract Management Association.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2004... January 2004 Dear Friends, The National Contract Management Association (NCMA) is proud to announce the third annual Buyer's Guide 2004. This comprehensive guide of contract management services and products is just another way NCMA...

NCMA Executive Council 2003-2004.(National Contract Management Association)(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Gary B. Zura, CPCM National President Thomas E. Kelkis, CPCM Past National President Chuck Woodside, CPCM, CFCM National President-Elect Karen Reuter, CPCM National Vice President and Secretary Jack R. Hott,...

2004 NCMA editorial and events calendar.(Calendar)
January 1, 2004... JANUARY 2004 1 Articles due for April issue Project/Program Management 2 Have you registered for the NCMA World Congress? 9 Advertising reservation due for March issue E-Business 16 Advertising materials due for March...

Listing directory.(NCMA Buyer's Guide 2004)(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Accruent, Inc. 1601 Cloverfield Boulevard Suite 500 South Santa Monica, CA 90404 310-526-5727 Fax: 310-526-6300 www.accruent.com sales@accruent.com American Management Systems (AMS) 4050 Legato Road ...

Listings by category.(NCMA Buyer's Guide 2004)(Directory)
January 1, 2004... ACCOUNTING: Software or Products __________ Deltek Systems, Inc. 13880 Dulles Corner Lane Herndon, VA 20171 800-456-2009 Fax: 703-734-1146 www.deltek.com info@deltek.com Since 1983, Deltek has been...

2004 Seminars: Federal Publications Seminars LLC.(Calendar)
January 1, 2004... GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS PROGRAMS Basics of Commercial Contracting ($895) April 21-22 / Las Vegas, NV October 6-7 / Washington, DC Basics of Government Contracting ($895) January 21-23 / Washington, DC March 9-11 / Las Vegas, NV...

NCMA resource guide: matching our industries with leading businesses.(2005 Category Listing)(National Contract Management Association)
January 1, 2004... Accounting: AUDIT SPECIALISTS CONSULTING FIRM CONTRACT SUPPORT SOFTWARE OR PRODUCTS SYSTEM MANUFACTURER Aerospace and Defense: AGENCY CONTRACTOR MANUFACTURERS PERSONNEL PROVIDERS PROCUREMENT...

Display advertiser's list.(NCMA Buyer's Guide 2004)(National Contractors Management Association)(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Accruent, Inc. 310-526-5727 American Management Systems 800-255-8888 The Boeing Company 312-544-2867 CACI Business Management Division 703-486-3266...

A salute to the chapter presidents.(Chapter Presidents 2003-2004)(National Contract Management Association )
January 1, 2004... The leaders you'll see on the following pages have a significant responsibility. As presidents of their respective chapters, they bring the NCMA mission directly to your door. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Chapters are the backbone of the...

North Eastern Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Boston [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bunnie Pasternak, CPCM, CFCM Trial Attorney DCMA, Contract Disputes Resolution Center 7 Woodside Street Salem, MA 01970-1616 617/753-4359 617/754-3037 (Fax) ...

South Eastern Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Cape Canaveral [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Lonnie D. Hill Jr., CPCM Contracts Specialist Northrop Grumman 2000 W. NASA Boulevard P07-220 Melbourne, FL 32902 321/951-5472 321/951-5980 (Fax) ...

Mid-Atlantic Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Battlefield-Manassas/Dulles [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sharon K. Flowers, CPCM Contracting Officer National Reconnaissance Office 14675 Lee Road, WF24B02L Chantilly, VA 20151 703/808-1936 skflowers@earthlink.net...

South Western Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Anaheim Area [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Gaetane M. Boutin Administrative Contracting Officer DCMA Boeing Space and Communications 3370 Miraloma Avenue MS 031/AB02 Anaheim, CA 92803-3105 714/762-0226 ...

South Central Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Central Arkansas [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Chip H. Tausch Chief Estimator, Project Manager, and Vice President Jack Morgan Construction Company, Inc. P.O. Box 248 England, AR 72046 501/842-3866 501/842-3844...

North Central Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Bluegrass [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] George K. Mitchell, CPCM Director, Contract Compliance Humana Military Healthcare Services, Inc. 500 West Main Street P.O. Box 740062 Louisville, KY 40201-7462 502/580-1934...

North Western Region.(Directory)
January 1, 2004... Aloha [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Marcia Lynn Cornwell Project Control, New Business Development Small Business Advocate/Project Control Specialist SAIC--Integrated Network Engineering & Operations Group Pacific Division...

European Region.
January 1, 2004... Wiesbaden, Germany [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Elizabeth M. Moya Procurement Analyst U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Europe District USAEDE, CMR 410, Box 618 APO, AE 09096-2007 011-49-611-816-2601 ...

NCMA chapters by Region.(National Contracts Management Association)
January 1, 2004... North Eastern Region Boston Capital Region (NY) Central Connecticut East Central Pennsylvania Finger Lakes Fort Monmouth Greater Johnstown Greater New York Greater Philadelphia Greater Pittsburgh...