Government Procurement articles from October 2006

Government Procurement archives from October 2006

With new legislation, comes decision time.(Local Government Unit Electronic Bidding Act, Pennsylvania)(Column)
October 1, 2006... Legislation promises to usher in a new era of efficiency and cost savings for thousands of Pennsylvania counties, municipalities, school districts, and others. Under the Local Government Unit Electronic Bidding Act, PA Act 88 of 2006,...

Whistle blowers enforce procurement ethics: although public purchasers have an underlying duty to report unethical procurement practices, their good intentions may meet unexpected reactions and ramifications.(ETHICS)(Cover story)
October 1, 2006... Two procurement professionals, Janet A. Garrison and Herb F. Hyman, share similar stories. During the course of their employment with public entities in Florida, they uncovered unethical procurement practices. They then became "whistle...

Strategies support procurement reform: whether establishing procurement departments in developing countries or throughout our nation's jurisdictions, strategic policies and practices can further the goals of effective government.(PROCUREMENT REFORM)
October 1, 2006... Procurement reform has taken center stage in developing countries as efforts are made to reduce burdening government deficits and combat corruption. Expert assistance from more developed countries is being used to assist developing nations...

Here's a bright idea-energy efficient lighting for home and office.
October 1, 2006... Looking for an easy way to explain green purchasing to political appointees, supervisors, colleagues, family and friends? Try the simple CFL, the energy-efficient light bulb available at almost any local hardware, grocery store, or large...

San Diego County "reverses" ways: best purchasing practices from the public and private sectors save this California County's taxpayers millions of dollars.(REVERSE AUCTIONS)
October 1, 2006... The County of San Diego's Department of Purchasing and Contracting has embarked on a vision to "be the best business run by a government." Over the past four years, the County purchasing team has implemented innovative technology, creative...

A case study: mesh networking supports public safety communications.(COMMUNICATIONS)
October 1, 2006... As the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) develops a national strategy and standards for public safety communications, local entities find inventive ways to overcome the challenges created by different applications, hardware, frequencies,...

Transforming public communication through technology: the Katrina example.(Hurricane Katrina)
October 1, 2006... It's no secret that technology has created a whirlwind of change in the world of public information. But what many in Emergency Management may not realize is the degree to which technology is transforming the way Public Information Officers...

Strategic sourcing here to stay, states say.(SOURCING IN THE STATES)
October 1, 2006... In August, the nation's top public procurement officials gathered in Tampa for the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) Annual Forum. One seminar posed a question crucial to the future of procurement reform: Is strategic...

CAPPO heads to Napa--a grape place to learn: 90th annual California Association of public purchasing officers educational conference and Supplier Exposition.(CAPPO)
October 1, 2006... Napa, CA, will host the 90th Annual CAPPO Educational Conference and Supplier Exposition January 22 to 26, 2007. The conference will take place at the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel and Spa in the heart of California wine country. The soothing...

EPA releases guide for construction Specifiers.(Environmental Protection Agency, CSI MasterFormat)
October 1, 2006... After extensive outreach to and input from industry and environmental stakeholders, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and its partners, the Federal Environmental Executive and the Whole Building Design Guide, have released the...

National associations form public procurement council.(National Council for Public Procurement and Contracting)
October 1, 2006... During the 61st Annual Forum and Products Exposition hosted by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP), seven public-sector associations serving the public procurement and contracting profession agreed to serve as chartered...

Readers.(Letter to the editor)
October 1, 2006... Editor's Note: The following comment was received in response to Michael Keating's article, "To Boost Bid Response Rates, Purchasing Pros Get the Word Out," which appeared in the August 2006 issue of Government Procurement: I am THE...

Smooth and seal road surfaces in a single pass.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... Micro-Surfacing polymer-modified, cold-mix paving system smoothes and seals wheel ruts and other surface problems on streets, highways, and airfields. Protects undersurfaces from damage caused by water seepage and oxidation. One machine...

Pedestrian warning system marks hazards.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... TopMark detectable warning material alerts and directs visually impaired pedestrians to crosswalks, curb ramps, driveways, train/rail platform edges, rail crossings, loading areas, and more. Installers preheat receiving substrate and apply...

Ornamental bases are more than just pretty faces.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... Xtreme Series decorative composite base covers for Aluminum Hybrid 2000, 3500, and 4500 lamp posts withstand temperature extremes, moisture, soil pH, de-icing salts, fertilizers, and chemicals. Will not rust, rot, or decay. Hand-crafted with...

Highway displays monitor traffic, advise motorists.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... Vanguard VMS electronic displays for freeways and expressways feature LED message areas that help manage traffic flow and advise motorists of incidents, warnings, alternate routes, Amber Alerts, and homeland security information. Totally...

Stop errant vehicles with relocatable attenuator.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... SST Safe-Stop Truck Mounted Attenuator (TMA) attaches to truck or other host vehicle, without requiring extensive modifications. Length from back of host vehicle is less than 20 ft. When impacted by errant vehicle, attenuator's steel frame...

Truck attachment lifts manhole covers.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... Tony magnetic manhole cover removal kit attaches onto any vehicle or snowplow carriage via a 2-in. receiver. Using weatherproof camera and monitor, operator guides magnet over the manhole, lowers assembly onto cover, and activates magnet to...

Pop-up locator pinpoints utilities.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... I.D. Locator replaces time-consuming painting, measuring, metal detectors, guessing, over drilling, surveying, and other post-paving procedures with a recyclable pop-up marker. Adheres to metal sewer, water, gas, electric, and telephone covers...

Metal Markers identify storm drain flow.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... Storm Drain Markers feature 3-D symbols and legends embossed onto .0625-in.-thick, 4-in.-round aluminum, anodized-aluminum, brass, and stainless-steel disks for use on roadways, curbs, and storm drain heads or grates. Choose from 9 animal and...

Friction surface for blacktop and concrete grips tires, reduces accidents.(PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: public works)
October 1, 2006... Tyregrip high-friction surfacing system consists of highly modified, exothermic epoxy resin 2-part binder that when top-dressed with calcined bauxite aggregate and applied to pavement enhances skid resistance to 70% under both dry and wet...

Atlas sales and Rentals Inc.(GPRO Web Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Specializing in rental and sale of portable air conditioners, heating equipment and dehumidifiers since 1979, we provide Movincool and other portable spot coolers, as well as larger mobile cooling units, portable heaters, and portable...

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Recognized by the EPA as the world's cleanest internal-combustion vehicle, the all-new natural-gas powered Civic GX Fleet features an aerodynamic exterior and ergonomic, supportive seats for a comfortable ride. The Civic GX is ideal for parking...

BlackBerry.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Visit the BlackBerry Resource Center for webcasts, white papers, reference documents, and case studies. Browse a comprehensive library of information on planning for BlackBerry, extending enterprise applications, and systems management. The...

Ford Commerical Truck.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Visit Ford's electronic showroom and find 2007 Ford Commercial Trucks, including the F-650 and F-750 Super Duty models. Available with turbo diesel engines from Cummins, Caterpillar, and Power Stroke; 8 Allison automatic transmissions; 7 manual...

Fuji Film USA.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... FinePix S3 Pro UVIR Digital Camera takes photographs in ultraviolet and infrared light spectrums. Isolates and captures specific wavelengths from daylight or artificial light sources via lens filtering or by use of an Alternative Light Source...

Harper Industries, Inc./DewEze Mfg.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... In its 30-year history, DewEze Mfg., Inc. grew from a small farm shop producing hay-handling equipment to a medium-sized manufacturer of agricultural equipment, OEM hydraulic systems, and all-terrain mowing equipment. Harper Industries, Inc....

Houston-Galveston Area Council/H-GAC.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... HGACBuy has been serving local governments for more than 30 years--beginning in 1973. Program participants nationwide include 1,600+ municipalities, counties, school/college districts, special districts, and qualifying non-profit corporations...

Hewlett-Packard.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Visit the HP Government, Health & Eduction site to research HP products; find information on contracts, resellers; and HP sales representatives, and read success stories and white papers specific to the federal, state and local, K-12, higher...

John Deere Co.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... We make gas, diesel and electric-powered Gator vehicles; the M-Gator[R] Utility Vehicle available only for military customers; golf and turf equipment; walk-behind mowers; snow throwers; riding mowers; portable power equipment and compact and...

KBR.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... KBR provides program management, logistics support, operations and maintenance, construction management, and engineering to military and civilian branches of the U.S. Government. In the civil infrastructure market, we operate in diverse sectors...

MasterCard International, Inc.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... MasterCard offers customized payment plans for government and public sectors. Learn about card programs including the totally integrated Multi Card and cards for purchasing, fleet, and travel. Also, compare card benefits, peruse e-business and...

Motorola.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Motoptions provides new ways to order Motorola's products and solutions. Now you can order any of our traditional products as well as our great new technologies using the method you are most comfortable with--a Motorola Federal Direct Sales...

GovPro.com.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... The new and improved govpro.com, powered by Government Product News and Government PROcurement, provides 19 Product Centers with the latest information on products, and suppliers; the Government PROcurement Resource Center with articles from...

Peerless Electric Motors.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Peerless Electric, a Subsidiary of HBD Industries has produced High Performance A.C. and D.C. electric motors since 1893 for the military, nuclear and commercial industries and the motion control, centrifugal pumps and material handling...

Pro-Tech.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... Sno Pusher can expand snow removal volume by as much as 500% over conventional blades or buckets. Sno Pushers push 5 to 38 yds. of snow (depending on equipment horsepower and weight) in one push. Sno Pusher does the work of 3 to 4 trucks,...

Temp-Air.(GPRO Wed Site Guide)
October 1, 2006... TEMP-AIR provides temporary, portable heating, cooling, and dehumidifying services with 24/7/365 emergency service and support. TEMP-AIR manufactures, rents, and sells equipment nationwide for construction, industrial, and special event...

True competition: assurances of performance for public contracts protect entities against unpleasant surprises from less-than-qualified contractors and vendors.(PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONALISM)
October 1, 2006... The perception of propriety and integrity in awarding public contracts is critical to a public body's ability to maintain public confidence and support. Reports in the media reveal where questionable procurement practices have led to...