Jennifer Bisceglie

Federal Procurement is about to undergo a massive change. GSA recently issued a RFI "seeking input from a broad range of suppliers and industry associations regarding the creation of a new single, end-to-end integrated, and highly-efficient procurement ecosystem — that effectively incorporates Artificial Intelligence (AI) — to drive transparent collaboration and greatly enhance the federal acquisition lifecycle". After reading through the RFI (and chatting with GovEagle), here's what to expect from the new wave of AI-driven procurement: 1️⃣ AI-assistance for writing RFPs, SOWs, and other solicitations (similar to tools like AcqBot): "The AI now assists me in building the solicitation package. It starts with a core template aligned to the contract type and fills in content based on my previous inputs." 2️⃣ AI tooling to review submissions for compliance (Section L, M, and C): "It auto-generates an evaluation matrix using my predefined factors and populates key data points for side-by-side comparison. I assign evaluators, review feedback collaboratively, and document the decision-making process—all within the platform" 3️⃣ Identification of potential vendors via AI deep research: During market research, the AI becomes my assistant and research analyst. I can ask it to identify qualified vendors by searching government databases, vendor profiles, and past performance data. Reach out if you want to see how GovEagle helps GovCons navigate AI-driven procurement!

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Eugene Lim examines the increasing pressures transshipment hubs face amid escalating U.S.-China strategic competition. As both powers impose stricter trade controls, these hubs must navigate compliance, neutrality, and competitiveness to sustain their role in global trade. To remain operational, hubs must enforce robust trade laws and stay aware of extraterritorial regulations. Weak enforcement risks reputational damage and exclusion from key trade agreements, while strict compliance raises operational costs and deters businesses reliant on flexible logistics. Beyond U.S. restrictions, China’s regulatory influence is expanding, particularly in critical minerals, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing. As Beijing strengthens its enforcement mechanisms, transshipment hubs must prepare for a dual-compliance challenge from both major powers. Trade controls are no longer purely economic tools; they have become strategic levers tied to security alliances and geopolitical positioning. Compliance decisions shape a hub’s broader international relations, making neutrality increasingly difficult. Aligning with one power bloc may offer benefits but also risks retaliatory trade restrictions. Despite these challenges, hubs must balance security enforcement with trade facilitation. Their ability to manage this equilibrium will determine their relevance in an increasingly fragmented global economy. Stricter enforcement creates economic risks for transshipment hubs as rising compliance costs make them less appealing to businesses prioritizing efficiency, potentially reducing trade volumes and redirecting shipping routes toward hubs with more lenient regulations, reinforcing the importance of balancing enforcement with trade facilitation. Beyond U.S. restrictions, China’s regulatory reach is expanding, particularly in technology, minerals, and supply chains. Beijing is leveraging trade controls to protect its strategic interests, making compliance with Chinese regulations as consequential as adhering to Western rules, requiring hubs to carefully navigate this shift in global trade governance. Meanwhile, trade controls have transformed into geopolitical instruments, becoming increasingly linked to security pacts, intelligence-sharing, and strategic alliances, where compliance decisions directly influence a hub’s broader diplomatic standing, creating potential risks of trade penalties or political isolation. Navigating these pressures requires a pragmatic approach, where hubs adopt trade controls that protect long-term interests, manage compliance costs, and maintain strategic flexibility. Those that strike this balance will continue to play a vital role in global trade, while those that fail may risk diminishing their relevance in an increasingly fragmented economic landscape. #geopolitics #globaltrade #supplychains #economy #china #usa #logistics #exportcontrols #maritimetrade #tradehubs #portsecurity Hinrich Foundation @Eugene Lim

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Game-changing update for Capture and Biz Dev teams working with U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). In response to the uncertainty in the government contracting market, we launched a new product to jump start each of your capture pursuit. It was designed by Federal Biz Dev Experts, and delivers actionable, updated, and agency-specific analysis, which is reviewed by an experienced Federal Biz Dev Specialist. Each packet aligns your pursuit's partnering, solution architecture, and client engagement to the current priorities. We are rolling this out for U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) contractors and grantees this month (stay tuned for updates for other agencies). Please message me if you are on a HHS Capture or Business Development team and would like to see a sample product.

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In government contracting, commercial is now king. An April 16 Executive Order continues a recent trend in favor of commercial solutions to government needs, statiing that "agencies shall procure commercially available products and services, including those that can be modified to fill agencies’ needs, to the maximum extent practicable." https://lnkd.in/gi5Dmumu

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Insights from IPC2025: The Future of Iridium in Public Safety & Defense Just returned from an incredible experience at the Iridium Partner Conference (IPC2025) in Hollywood, Florida! This event brought together industry leaders, partners, and innovators, all focused on advancing global satellite communications. Iridium’s unique reliable, global, and secure connectivity continues to be a game-changer for mission-critical operations—especially in public safety and defense. At IPC2025, I explored how Iridium’s solutions enable seamless communication in environments where traditional networks fail. Key Use Cases for Public Safety & Defense 🚨 Disaster Response & Emergency Communications When hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes strike, cellular networks often go down. Iridium’s satellite phones & Push-To-Talk (PTT) services provide first responders with uninterrupted communication, enabling better coordination in crisis situations. 🎖️ Tactical & Secure Military Communications For defense & special operations, Iridium delivers jam-resistant, beyond-line-of-sight communications—critical for military teams in remote or contested areas. Its L-band network ensures encrypted and interference-free connectivity for ground, air, and maritime operations. 🛰 Unmanned Systems & Remote Command and Control Iridium plays a key role in UAVs, maritime drones, and ground robotics, providing real-time telemetry and secure command & control. This is essential for both defense missions and civilian applications like search & rescue or border security. 🔧 Critical Infrastructure Protection & IoT Monitoring From oil & gas pipelines to national security assets, Iridium’s low-latency IoT connectivity ensures continuous monitoring, early threat detection, and remote control of critical infrastructure. Takeaways from IPC2025 Iridium’s impact on multi-domain operations—across land, sea, air, and space—continues to grow. With advancements in satellite IoT, secure data transfer, and high-data-rate terminals, it’s clear that Iridium will remain a key enabler of mission-critical operations worldwide. Leaving IPC2025, I’m more convinced than ever that satellite connectivity is not just an option—it’s a necessity for public safety and defense. Excited to see what’s next! #Iridium #IPC2025 #SatelliteTech #PublicSafety #DefenseInnovation #MissionCritical #Telespazio

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#BoozAllen’s Wes Bennett is leading NCMA’s Acquisition Efficiency Working Group, using #AI and data-driven tools to cut red tape and drive lasting reform in federal procurement. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eAYh56NK

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