Deltek, a leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, announced today that it has acquired ProPricer – a leading proposal pricing solution for government contractors and government agencies. With the acquisition, Deltek continues to expand its product portfolio and customer base for the government contracting industry. ProPricer enables proposal and acquisition teams to more quickly and accurately process cost and pricing data for government contract proposals. Together, Deltek and ProPricer will provide unmatched solutions and serv ..read more

Forward-thinking contracting firms now harness the potential of 3D printing, using it to produce everything from prototypes to production-ready military materials—  while gaining a competitive edge in contract awards ..read more

Whether you're assembling a contract pricing team from scratch or enhancing an existing one, there are essential practices that can help your team reach its peak.  ..read more

The US is the most prominent military player on the global stage, safeguarding our country’s national security both within the contiguous states and outside them.  ..read more

ProPricer can now integrate directly into your Deltek Costpoint environment, significantly automating your procurement capabilities during proposals.  ..read more

What’s a contractor’s goal in any proposal process? To prove they’re the best value to your agency for their final price. The process you initiate to open the proposal gates to your most qualified contractors can be the most critical filtering work you’ll execute.    ..read more

Can deliberate risk empower deliberate speed in the DoD contracting arena? A recent Speed to Contract, Speed to Market video podcast—with host Tim Templeton and guest Shay Assad—seeks to answer this critical question. Related topics include “Why do entrepreneurial companies deserve special handling by the government?” and “How can a paradigm of ‘cost trust’ help the US truly reward innovation from commercial businesses?” Mr. Assad, former DoD Director of Defense Pricing and CEO of Raytheon Co.’s Engineering and Construction Businesses, offers enlightened and innovative perspectives. &nbs ..read more

Bureaucratic hurdles used to choke government contracting in a tangle of red tape. But now, thanks to advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Natural Language Processing (NLP) technologies, the government proposal process is undergoing a revolutionary makeover, greatly enhancing its efficiency ..read more

How can Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs) shift the US government’s acquisition process into overdrive? In a recent Speed to Contract, Speed to Market video podcast, host Tim Templeton gets the drop from Stan Soloway, former DoD Acquisition Official and CEO of the Professional Services Council. Soloway discusses the possibilities of bringing OTAs into daily contracting use, leveraging CSOs as another powerful yet underused strategy, and embracing corporate training models to educate the next wave of government employees.  ..read more

What's the secret ingredient to mastering the ever-evolving world of government proposals? In a nutshell: Never stop learning. You’ve likely been using ProPricer Contractor Edition or are thinking about starting. It’s the essential tool for your job. But how do you get the most out of it? This blog will briefly introduce you to ProPricer University, the on-demand government contract learning platform where mastery meets flexibility. Let’s make your educational journey enjoyable, convenient, and tailored just for you.  ..read more