An Open Letter from OCI to Our Customers
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The proposal business is expected to be fast and furious during CY2010. The appropriations are done, several of the largest programs are nearing release, and a deluge of activity is forthcoming.
 
We believe activity will be especially intense during the Second Quarter (April, May, and June). Consequently, we request that those of you needing proposal preparation services give us some advance notice. Should you decide to wait until the last minute – erroneously believing you may reduce Bid & Proposal costs – it is quite likely the appropriate (for you) consultant talent will be scarce to non-existent.
 
Give us a call (703-689-9600), and we can begin helping you identify your anticipated needs based on the program(s) you are tracking.
 
Defense Appropriations Act Prohibits Mandatory Arbitration
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Courtesy of Mark Baker and Jon O’Connell of Holland & Knight

As a result of legislation recently signed into law by President Obama, most defense contractors will no longer be permitted to subject employees to mandatory arbitration for the resolution of certain types of claims.

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House Passes Defense Bill That Would Reduce Use of Contractors
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Written by FCW   

Funding secured for insourcing, supplying troops and cutting wasteful spending
Courtesy of FCW

The House of Representatives has approved more than $636 billion in Defense Department spending for fiscal 2010, and the measure would increase oversight to reduce waste and fraud.

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OCI Seminar Presented in Kampala
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Written by Silvia Morales   

OCI presented a proposal writing seminar in Kampala, Uganda on August 22.  Company president Russell Smith served as instructor.  Over 30 enrollees attended.  The attendees primarily included personnel from U.S.-funded non government organizations (NGOs) and the Uganda Ministry of Health.  Many of the attendees were from groups working on the study, treatment, and prevention of AIDS.

 
President Obama's Affect on Proposal Work
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Written by Russell Smith   

   The key question facing proposal professionals now is -- what affect will the Obama administration have on our work?  All of us recall the 18-month slowdown in proposal activity that took place when President Bush entered office.

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Ten Practical Rules For Protecting Rights In Technical Data And Computer Software
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Written by Matt Simchak   
  1. Exploit the opportunity to claim commercial item treatment for technical data and software
    Burden One: Undertake the steps necessary to ensure that the company's products and services qualify as "commercial items" in Federal procurements.
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Elements of a Good Product Demonstration
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Written by Greg Pease   

Good product demonstrations can make or break a sale of applications and information systems!

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