Government Procurement articles from February 2004

Government Procurement archives from February 2004

Portability planning.(Frisch Findings)
February 1, 2004... When the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) local number portability mandate (LNP) took effect on November 24, 2003, an estimated 30 million U.S. wireless customers were expected to switch service providers. So far, the big buzz has come...

11 ways to leave your legacy systems behind--far behind.(Leaving Legacy Systems)
February 1, 2004... With enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems becoming increasingly commonplace, public-sector entities are certainly no strangers to technology. In fact, many government organizations are in the midst of planning Web-based projects that...

Policy updates inspire environmental purchasing.(The Green Purchaser)
February 1, 2004... Environmental purchasing policies are again making headlines. Over the last two decades, federal, state, and local governments have recognized the environmental impacts of their purchasing decisions. Governments began adopting "buy recycled"...

Cooperative contracts contribute to time and cost cuts: with so many choices, knowing what type of cooperative contract to choose can be a challenge--unless you prepare ahead of time.(Cooperative Purchasing)
February 1, 2004... It has often been reported that some of the biggest savings a government entity can achieve come from the efforts of the purchasing department. Buying a particular product or service for less translates into real dollars that can be spent...

DC-NET takes charge of telecommunications: city-owned network streamlines service and saves millions.(Telecommunications)
February 1, 2004... Washington, DC, is a city preoccupied with streamlining communications. Even before the attacks on September 11, 2001, the district's Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) was searching for better, more secure ways to speed...

Future emergency networks will use tiny automated sensors to map disaster recovery.
February 1, 2004... A train has derailed at the edge of a city, spreading toxic chemicals and fumes over a wide area. Before rescue workers can enter the danger zone, they need more information: How widespread is the contamination? Where are the hotspots? Where...

Kansas county redesigns facility management: integrated software maps out county facilities and future needs for strategic space planning.(Facility Planning)
February 1, 2004... Located in the southwest quadrant of the Kansas City metropolitan area, Johnson County, KS, is home to nearly 500,000 residents and a host of sprawling buildings. Even with half of its 500 square miles dedicated to agricultural land use, the...

That was then, this is now: technology makes a difference in government.(Vendor View)
February 1, 2004... Ten years ago, documents such as contracts, applications, and forms were paper based, postal mail and fax machines were the fastest ways to ensure documents reached their destinations, cell phones were luxury items that few could afford, and...

Are you the last one standing? If you're a manager in a downsized organization, don't stand there waiting for the ax to fall.(Downsizing)
February 1, 2004... Sometimes managers feel like the last of a dying breed. Downsizing and cutbacks have cut management staffs to the bone. If you re one of the few left standing, you know it's a lonely feeling. And, let's be honest, it's also a scary one. You...

Airport purchasers chart unified, professional course: the Airport Purchasing Group (APG) advances alliance to heighten collaboration among colleagues.(Meet The Pros)
February 1, 2004... A multi-faceted mission statement pilots activities of the Airport Purchasing Group (APG). The association was formed to "enhance the effectiveness of airport purchasing by sharing knowledge, collaborating on purchases and purchasing issues...

Hail an alternative-fueled, low-floor transit bus.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Model SLF 232 includes a version that runs on compressed natural gas for quiet and clean operation. Caters to public-transit needs on crowded urban streets, plus serves as a shuttle bus for airports or busy tourist areas. Measures 32 ft. long...

Adapters modify vehicle lifts for special servicing.(Product Spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Speed Lane aluminum adapters fit manufacturer's 2-post lifts, which offer capacities of 9,000, 10,000, 12,000, or 15,000 lbs. Use to elevate alternative-fuel vehicles that have battery packs located on bottom. Quickly converts lift's...

To zap cumbersome travel, zip around sites in a battery-powered neighborhood electric vehicle.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Model E-825 runs on 72-v. batteries for emission-free travel. Reaches top speed of 25 m.p.h. Ideal for roads with posted speed limits of 35 m.p.h., as well as warehouses and other indoor sites. Turf switch reduces top speed to 15 m.p.h. for...

Sweeper runs on compressed natural gas.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Model A7000 regenerative air sweeper features 3 fuel tanks that hold clean-burning compressed natural gas (CNG). Rests on Freightliner chassis. Hopper holds 8.4 cu. yds. of debris. Offers low dumping height. Water tank boasts 220-gal. capacity...

Fuel conditioner reduces emissions of diesel engines.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Install Fuel Stabilizer in diesel-powered vehicles to reduce emissions of hydrocarbons, smoke, and other air-polluting substances. Charges fuel with very low voltage to prevent and remove hard carbon deposits in diesel engines. Promotes...

Bus offers clean, rapid transit.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Model 60-BRT features low floor, 60-ft. length, 102-in. width, and railcar styling. Runs on clean-burning compressed natural gas (diesel-powered models also available). Seats up to 60 passengers, with a choice of shell-type, padded, or...

Street-legal electric cycle caters to commuters.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... For a low-noise, pollution-free ride coupled with adventure, hop on eGO Cycle2. Design combines features of a modern bike, moped, and scooter, while sparking images of classic 1950s styling. Runs on 24-v. battery pack, which can be charged in...

Compressed natural gas drives classy car.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... The 2004 Crown Victoria comes in a model that runs on compressed natural gas (CNG) to meet ULEV (Ultra Low Emission Vehicle) requirements. Features 180-hp. CNG V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, and anti-lock brakes. Built-in Personal...

Freeway-capable, battery-powered vehicle is narrower than a motorcycle.(Product spotlight: alternative fuel vehicles and technology)
February 1, 2004... Tango, a zero-emission, 2-seat electric vehicle, fights pollution and traffic congestion. Caters to commuters who travel on freeways and often search for parking spaces in congested areas. Accelerates from 0 to 60 m.p.h. in less than 4 secs....

DOE backs away from AFV fleets.(News)
February 1, 2004... The Department of Energy (DOE) declined to adopt a regulation requiring that owners and operators of certain private and local government fleets acquire alternative fuel vehicles. The DOE said its decision is based on its findings that such...

Procurement program to benefit soy-based products.(News)
February 1, 2004... The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing to implement a preferred procurement program for items made from biobased products. The United Soybean Board's (USB) work to research and promote a wide range of products made from soybeans...

State's paperless system saves $1 million--so far.(News)
February 1, 2004... Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Commissioner Barbara Waters announced that the state has reached the $1 million mark in terms of savings realized from a move toward e-publishing and print reduction in state government....

Airport to upgrade facility.(News)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Los Angeles Mayor Jim Hahn announced a $225 million project to renovate the interior of the Tom Bradley International Airport at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for improved efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction. Nearly 40...

Bucking outsourcing trend earns state accolades.(News)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The State of Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) has received a 1st Place Kinetic Information Process Innovation Award for 2003. The Ohio BMV was recognized for its innovative and "trend bucking" implementation that brought outsourced vehicle...

GSA recognizes environmental performance.(News)
February 1, 2004... The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and its National Furniture Center (NFC) has presented the 2003 Evergreen Furniture Award. Awarded annually, the honor acknowledges the environmental efforts of GSA's industry partners in the...

Resources.(News)
February 1, 2004... The 7th Annual Energy Efficiency Workshop and Expositon (Energy 2004) is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Federal Energy Management Program, and co-sponsored by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and the U.S. General Services...

State holds IT symposium.(News)
February 1, 2004... The Commonwealth of Virginia's Information Technology Symposium (COVITS 2004) will be held September 26 to 28, 2004, in Norfolk, VA. Attendees will examine the current status and future trends of the "Information Age" in public-and...

Independent study evaluates biometrics accuracy.(News)
February 1, 2004... International Biometric Group (IBG) announced the availability of results from Round Five of its Comparative Biometric Testing (CBT), the industry's leading independent comparative biometric test effort. The testing measures systems' ability to...

Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum complex and research organization.(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... The Smithsonian Institution, the world's largest museum complex and research organization, has selected Johnson Controls to upgrade the security and fire systems at two of its Suitland, MD, support facilities--the Museum Support Center and the...

Azteca Enterprises, Inc., Dallas, TX, was awarded a $22,115,100 firm-fixed-price contract for construction of a mission support training facility and a training aids support center for the U.S. Army.(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Azteca Enterprises, Inc., Dallas, TX, was awarded a $22,115,100 firm-fixed-price contract for construction of a mission support training facility and a training aids support center for the U.S. Army. Work will be performed at Fort Polk, LA, and...

Viisage, provider of advanced technology identity solutions, today announced that the U.S. Department of State (DOS).(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Viisage, provider of advanced technology identity solutions, today announced that the U.S. Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Consular Affairs Office has selected the company's face recognition technology to help reduce fraud and increase...

Finjan Software, a provider of proactive content security and management solutions.(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Finjan Software, a provider of proactive content security and management solutions, announced that the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Montana has licensed SurfinShield Corporate as the preferred desktop solution for...

ITS Services, Inc., overseeing the U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enhanced border protection system, selected TransCore's eGo wireless radio frequency identification (RFID) technology as the standard for its ongoing Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program.(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... ITS Services, Inc., overseeing the U.S. Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) enhanced border protection system, selected TransCore's eGo wireless radio frequency identification (RFID) technology as the standard for its ongoing Free and...

Hydrogeologic, Inc., Herndon, VA, was awarded a delivery order amount of $716,899 as part of a $40,000,000 cost and firm-fixed-price contract for environmental remediation services by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Hydrogeologic, Inc., Herndon, VA, was awarded a delivery order amount of $716,899 as part of a $40,000,000 cost and firm-fixed-price contract for environmental remediation services by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Work will be performed in...

Implant Sciences Corp. has been awarded a $1.7 million contract by the U.S. Navy to deliver three Quantum Sniffers, handheld, portable, trace explosives detection devices.(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Implant Sciences Corp. has been awarded a $1.7 million contract by the U.S. Navy to deliver three Quantum Sniffers, handheld, portable, trace explosives detection devices. The device detects six specific explosives from their vapors alone.

Raytheon Co. has been awarded a new contract for work on Common Services for Borrowers (CSB) program by CSB prime contractor ACS Education Solutions, LLC (ACS).(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Raytheon Co. has been awarded a new contract for work on Common Services for Borrowers (CSB) program by CSB prime contractor ACS Education Solutions, LLC (ACS). The award is potentially worth $168 million over the 10-year life of the contract,...

InterSense, Inc., a provider of precision motion tracking for simulation and training, was awarded a Phase I SBIR contract by the U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command (RDECOM) titled "Cockpit Helmet Tracking System Using Miniature Inertial Reference Sensors.".(Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... InterSense, Inc., a provider of precision motion tracking for simulation and training, was awarded a Phase I SBIR contract by the U.S. Army Research, Development, and Engineering Command (RDECOM) titled "Cockpit Helmet Tracking System Using...

Lenox Instrument Co.(GSA Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Lenox Instrument Co. has been awarded a Federal Supply Multiple Schedule (MAS) contract for borescopes, videoscopes, and other visual inspection equipment. Look for contract number GS24F0073N.

Associated Global Systems.(GSA Contracts)(Brief Article)
February 1, 2004... Associated Global Systems, a full service transportation and logistics provider, has been named an approved GSA carrier.

Telenor Satellite Services.(GSA Contracts)
February 1, 2004... Telenor Satellite Services, a provider of global communications services via satellite has been awarded a GSA Federal Telecommunications Service (GSA/FTS) contract. Under the competitively awarded contract, government agencies and other...

Caterpillar, Inc.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Visit the Governmental Bid Spec site, intended to streamline the governmental buying process. The site helps governmental customers efficiently specify their equipment needs by building a well-defined Request for Proposal (RFP) with minimum...

Belson Outdoors.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... We are proud to be celebrating our 55th year serving the park and recreation industry. Choose from a wide variety of barbeque grills, trash receptacles, bleachers, food service equipment, camp stoves, benches, smokers, picnic tables, bike...

GM Fleet and Commercial.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Whether your fleet is large or small, we have the information you need for acquiring or servicing your government vehicles. GM Fleet Specialists are always glad to assist you with your questions. Visit our Web site for useful Web tools,...

Tremco, Inc.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance Division provides roofing and weatherproofing peace of mind to facility managers and engineers. Tremco's mission complements our approach to roofing--the Roof Life Cycle Approach. Tremco strives to...

Ford Commercial Truck.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Ford Motor Company is more than a global corporation. It's a world of people nearly 400,000 strong, connecting with customers every day. For years, for decades, Ford trucks have gotten the job done. Be sure to visit your local Ford dealer. Your...

Strong Hold Products.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Choose from a wide variety of computer, janitorial-supply, and bin-storage cabinets; work stations, shop desks, personal lockers, shop tables, mobile carts, flammable liquid storage solutions, and more. Models feature 12-gage construction and...

Garland Co.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Garland Co. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-performance roofing and flooring solutions for commercial, industrial, and public properties. We offer our industry's most comprehensive customer support services, including a unique...

American Honda Motor Corp.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Named the cleanest internal-combustion vehicle on earth by the EPA, the Civic GX is ideal for parking enforcement, security patrol, or just getting around. Plus, the GX has everything you'd expect from a Civic, like a roomy cabin and responsive...

Ford Alternative Fuel Vehicles.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Ford Motor Company is "Driving Environmental Solutions." We provide more alternatives in Alternative Fuel Vehicles for your entity than any other Original Equipment Manufacturer. You can choose from 3 fuels: ethanol, natural gas, and propane,...

Wausau Tile, Inc.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Wausau Tile is a recognized leader in the production of precast-concrete and thermocoated metal site furnishings, recreation equipment, paving products, terrazzo floor tiles, and architectural specialties. Our family el engineers, artists,...

GM Alternative Fuel Vehicles.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Browse through the 2004 vehicle lineup, including sedans; pickup trucks; SUVs; and cut-away, passenger, and cargo vans. CNO bi-fuel, CNG dedicated, and E85 flexible fuel options are available. Also find emissions mandates and incentives guide...

Government Procurement.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
February 1, 2004... Visit govpro.com for daily news, government-related links, the latest issue of Government Procurement, and News of the Weird. Also find searchable archives of GPRO feature articles, news, and the GovPro E-Newsletters. Looking for a specific...

You want answers?(Common Sense)
February 1, 2004... Not long ago I received an e-mail from a valued friend and respected colleague, who said he enjoyed my "Common Sense" column and generally agreed with its content. However, he was frustrated by the fact that I asked a lot of questions, but...