Government Information

http://blogs.loc.gov/law/category/research-guide-2/

A list of resources for contracting with a typical state government, in this case Maryland.  From the Law Library of Congress.

http://blogs.loc.gov/law/2013/06/government-contracts-a-beginners-guide/

A list of resources, both print and electronic, for contracting with the federal government.  From the Law Library of Congress

http://oversight.house.gov/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Strong-Castle-IRS-Final-Report.pdf

Charges that contracting weaknesses at the Internal Revenue Service expose large sums to fraud and abuse and makes recommendations for improving the process.  From the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43111.pdf

Provides an overview of major federal acquisition systems and a discussion of selected topics, such as the role of electronic systems and the quality of procurement data.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/natsec/R43074.pdf

Describes the importance of effective use of contractors by the Defense Department and the dangers of ineffective use, especially as seen by consequences in Iraq and Afghanistan.  Also discusses the importance of cultural and systemic change in contracting in the future.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/natsec/R41909.pdf

Discusses special contracting mechanisms that the Defense Department is allowed to use for a limited number of acquisition programs and whether more such exceptions to regular contracting procedures should be allowed in the interest of saving money.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

http://www.unicef.org/publications/files/Nutrition_Report_final_lo_res_8_April.pdf

Discusses the history of the GVC program from its inception in 2009the initial request for proposals, the preliminary criticisms, the cancellation of the RFP, defense industry concerns with the revised RFP, and cost issues for Congress.  From the Congressional Research Service, posted by the Federation of American Scientists

http://www.opm.gov/our-inspector-general/reports/2013/interim-investigative-report-improper-contracting-and-procurement-practices-utilized-to-circumvent-the-competitive-bid-process.pdf

Results of an investigation into possible misuse and waste of taxpayer dollars by improper procurement procedures by the Office of Personnel Management.  From the Office of the Inspector General of the Office of Personnel Management