Center for Government Contracting News

The Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting, working with the Acquisition Innovation Research Center, produced three reports for the Commission on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) Reform. Numerous processes have developed around Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) since its introduction
in the 1960s. Most of those are directed by policy, while statutes and regulations identify roles and responsibilities for key
personnel and organizations. Other processes are simply a matter of practice that has developed over time. Most processes
are internal to the Department of Defense (DoD) and could be adjusted to improve flexibility. Recommendations are provided in the report.

The Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting, working with the Acquisition Innovation Research Center, produced three reports for the Commission on Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) Reform. The study looks at recent government and congressionally mandated commission reports as well as current legislation in relation to the suitability of new combatant command programming, budget, and acquisition authorities. The study concludes with assessments and a recommendation.

Baroni Senior Fellow Emily Murphy is interviewed by Tom Temin, host of Federal Drive, on her latest White Paper, "The Potential Effects of Raising the Micro-Purchase Threshold"

In this op-ed, Olivia Letts of George Mason University discusses the incompatibilities of PPBE with advancing space technologies and how to address these challenges.

In this op-ed, Jerry McGinn says the Senate Armed Services Committee should seriously consider the creation of a new office inside DoD for international cooperation.

The Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting has released a comprehensive analysis on the impact of raising the Micro-Purchase Threshold (MPT) for federal acquisition and small business participation.

The Greg and Camille Baroni Center for Government Contracting is working with the federal government to reform the military’s Cold War-era processes for tech development.

Emily Murphy’s recognition with the GOVTECH CONNECTS Acquisition Lifecycle Leadership Award is a testament to her significant contributions to the government contracting community. This award honors those who “champion innovation, develop strategic partnerships, and challenge the status quo through cutting-edge strategies—creating more effective systems and teams to propel organizations into the future.”

Recap of people, research, news and events for January-March 2024

Jeff Kojac, Baroni Center director of studies, presents how Congressional leadership is needed for Defense acquisition rapid innovation and adaptation.