Hi; Kay Chopard has asked me to share this with you. We are hoping that a number of people from Kantara will be able to attend. Have a better than expected day, John Wunderlich “The law, in its majestic equality, forbids rich and poor alike to sleep under bridges, to beg in the streets, and to steal their bread.” ― Anatole France Calendly: https://calendly.com/privacycdn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/privacycdn/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/privacycdn.bsky.social Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@PrivacyCDN Twitter: https://twitter.com/PrivacyCDN ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: General Services Administration <gsa@notify.gsa.gov> Date: Thu, May 29, 2025 at 4:44 AM Subject: GSA, General Services Administration (External) Daily Digest Bulletin To: <kay@kantarainitiative.org> You're Invited: Federal Mobile Driver’s License (mDL) Industry Day – July 14, 2025 05/28/2025 You're invited to attend the Federal Mobile Driver’s License (mDL) Industry Day on Monday, July 14, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. This hybrid event will explore the growing role of mDLs in digital identity and how they can support your organization's mission. Join federal agencies, state governments, industry leaders, and identity experts to: • Learn what mDLs are and how they function • See real-world use cases in action at our vendor booths across sectors • Explore the current state of mDL adoption across the U.S. and globally • Understand how GSA can assist agencies in implementing mDL solutions Choose how you attend - registration required: In Person: Department of the Interior – Sidney Yates Auditorium, 1849 C Street NW, Washington, DC 🔗 Register for In-Person Attendance Virtual: 🔗 Register for Virtual Attendance For more information, contact us at fedmdlday@gsa.gov. Real-time closed captioning provided. ASL interpretation available upon request. Earn up to 8 CLPs for attending. Don't miss this unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of digital identity innovation. We look forward to seeing you there! Register Now REGISTER NOW: Upcoming June 6 Training on GSA eTools: The Tools Available for You! 05/28/2025 GSA eTools: The Tools Available for You! Live Webinar | June 6, 2025 | 1:00 PM ET Join us for OSDBU’s Small Business First Fridays training on “GSA eTools: The Tools Available for You!”.This webinar will introduce you to the agency’s eTools and methods for your business to gain an advantage in achieving acquisition efficiency. The General Services Administration (GSA) offers a suite of integrated eTools to make the acquisition process more efficient for small businesses. These complimentary eTools, including the GSA eLibrary, the Forecast of Contract Opportunities, and several others will help you expedite market research and more. This webinar is free and open to all industries. What You’ll Learn: • The roles and functions of GSA and OSDBU • How to successfully access and navigate GSA’s eTools • How to access subcontracting opportunities • How to understand and use contracting forecast information Time: Friday, June 6, 2025, 1:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada) Where: Online (Registration: June 6 Webinar) Presenters: Jemeek Morris and Rob Reyes, GSA OSDBU This session is part of GSA OSDBU’s Small Business First Fridays training series, which delivers targeted educational sessions covering essential core topics. These sessions will provide actionable insights and strategies for vendors, equipping them with the knowledge and tools required to successfully navigate the complexities of the federal procurement landscape. **After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training.** REGISTER NOW RELEASE -- GSA Hosts Industry Webinar on Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Initiative, Contract Consolidation 05/28/2025 For Immediate Release May 28, 2025 Contact: press@gsa.gov GSA Hosts Industry Webinar on Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Initiative, Contract Consolidation WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) hosted a webinar to engage more than 5,500 industry stakeholders on a major initiative to overhaul the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). Senior officials discussed Executive Orders 14240 and 14275, highlighting efforts to consolidate contracting, streamline federal procurement, eliminate unnecessary regulations, and enhance value for taxpayers. In collaboration with the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP), GSA aims to simplify the acquisition process, reduce administrative burdens, and help agencies deliver better outcomes with fewer resources. “We are bringing GSA back to its founding mission of streamlining Federal operations, consolidating resources and delivering technology solutions that allow government agencies to focus on their core missions,” said GSA Acting Administrator Stephen Ehikian. “Our goal is to create the most modern, efficient, and technologically advanced government in the world. That starts with simplifying regulations, focusing on commercial solutions, and lowering the barriers to doing business with the government.” These changes are part of a bigger effort to make the government work more smoothly and save money. By cutting red tape and using smarter buying practices, GSA is helping agencies get what they need more easily and at better prices. “The commonsense changes we’re making via deregulation will benefit the government, taxpayers and our industry partners,” said Federal Acquisition Service Commissioner Josh Gruenbaum. “This initiative of simplicity directly complements our newly rolled out OneGov strategy which will enable the government to act with one federal wallet in an efficient manner, leveraging our buying power to get better prices for agencies and better value for taxpayers.” FAR Reform and Contract Consolidation In accordance with Executive Order 14275: Restoring Common Sense to Federal Procurement, GSA is working to remove non-statutory requirements while preserving fair competition, standardization, and safeguards against waste, fraud, and abuse. Key goals include prioritizing mission alignment, reducing acquisition timelines, embracing commercial solutions, and rewarding proven performance. Under President Trump’s guidance GSA will help execute the most significant update to federal purchasing rules in 40 years. As part of this effort, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has designated GSA as the executive agent for all Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs). Federal agencies will now propose common needs for GSA to procure, helping to consolidate demand and streamline acquisition across government. “GSA is committed to supporting President Trump’s priorities around streamlining and modernizing the federal acquisition landscape. Any potential transitions will be carefully coordinated with our partner agencies and will prioritize continuity for industry partners and federal customers alike,” said GSA Senior Procurement Executive Jeffrey Koses. “Our shared goal is to reduce duplication and enhance efficiency. GSA is in a position to help save tens of billions of tax dollars for Americans.” FAR Deviations and Practitioner Tools OFPP and the FAR Council are also issuing targeted deviations to FAR Parts 1,10 and 34 to support more agile acquisition approaches. To support adoption, new resources will be available on Acquisition.gov, including: • Practitioner Albums: Curated learning tools for each FAR deviation. • FAR Companion Guide (Forthcoming): A reference to operationalize the revised FAR. • Category Buying Guide (Forthcoming): A tool to align purchases with category management principles. Acquisition.gov Enhancements Earlier this month, GSA and OFPP, along with the Department of Defense and NASA, launched the new FAR Overhaul page on Acquisition.gov. Today’s webinar included a walkthrough of the site, including how to sign up for updates and explore new FAR-related content. For more information, visit www.acquisition.gov. ### About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government. GSA manages a nationwide real estate portfolio of over 360 million rentable square feet, oversees more than $110 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivers technology services that serve millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA’s mission is to deliver the best customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow us at @USGSA. 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