Government Procurement articles from December 1 2001

Government Procurement archives from December 1 2001

Real-time security rally. (Frisch Findings).(US national security)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... As Americans remain on high alert following the September 11 terrorist attacks on the United States, a new approach to the nation's safety is essential. Joint efforts between government entities and private-sector companies, large and small,...

Co-op awards cost-cutting contracts. (Cooperative Purchasing).
December 1, 2001... The challenge of acquiring goods and services, at competitive prices, in a timely manner while following all of the applicable laws is just that, a challenge. There is no doubt that from product research and pre-bid conferences to the actual...

Telecommunications contracts signal sizable savings: instead of juggling time and paperwork to process telephone charges, public officials can call on outsourcing for managed control. (Outsourcing).(Accounts)
December 1, 2001... Just as the use of telecommunications (telecom) equipment has skyrocketed over the past decade, so have rising costs connected with processing telecom invoices. During the last 12 years, telecom costs in many large organizations have grown...

2002 Government Purchasing Directory? (Products).(Directory)
December 1, 2001... Access Control Systems DoorKing, Inc. Galaxy Control Systems Horton Automatics Identicard Systems, Inc. International Security Products, Inc. Keri Systems, Inc. ROFU Intl. Corp. Security Door Controls...

2002 Government Purchasing Directory? . (Vendors).(Directory)
December 1, 2001... A Airlessco by Durotech Co., 5397 Commerce Ave., PO Box 8006(93020-8006), Moorpark, CA 93021,805-523-0211, FAX: 805-523-1063, Email: airlessco2@aol.com, Internet: www.airlessco.com, Paul Wood, SM Airspace USA Inc.,...

E-government study finds marked improvement. (E-Sources).(government Web sites)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... The second annual "e-government" survey, conducted by researchers at Brown University's Taubman Center, finds significant improvement in state and federal Web sites. Analysis indicates Indiana, Michigan, Texas, Tennessee, and Washington have...

Tire-handling tool revolves around truck technicians. (Truck and Automotive Pit Stop).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... Tweel Handler lets truck technicians remove, install, elevate, rotate, and transport single tire-and-wheel assemblies. Adds safety to tire handling, while reducing bending and lifting strain on technician. Features 5 rollers, which make...

Space-saving systems store and dispense automotive fluids. (Truck and Automotive Pit Stop).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... Storage and Dispensing System handles oils, lubricants, and other fluids, ranging from hydraulic or transmission fluid to engine oil. Select from 21 models that increase efficiency over traditional 55-gal. drums. For instance, 8-container...

Electronic stethoscope pinpoints faulty components in vehicles. (Truck and Automotive Pit Stop).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... AudioTech Probe includes headphones and a stainless steel probe to help repair technicians detect malfunctioning components, which usually make irregular sounds. Amplifies sounds of engines, motors, and other components to locate trouble spots....

Software cuts state paperwork. (News).(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... After evaluating its financial management needs and consulting several other states for their software recommendations, the State of Vermont, Department of Finance and Management, has implemented a centralized financial management system that...

Award-winning partnership streamlines taxation processes. (News).(American Management Systems and the Virginia Department of Taxation)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... The Virginia Department of Taxation (VATAX), has received the national Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) 2001 Recognition Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Field of Information Technology in the category of...

NASPO honors procurement modernization efforts. (Meet The Pros).(National Association of State Procurement Officials)(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... The National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO), established in 1947 to provide leadership in the field of public procurement, today continues to encourage professional growth with a number of publications, conferences,...

Contracts.(Brief Article)
December 1, 2001... Covansys has been selected by the State of Tennessee to construct and implement the Titling and Registration Users System for Tennessee (TRUST). TRUST is a state-of-the-art online system designed to give Tennessee drivers Internet access...