More than a decade ago, the Contracting Officer Podcast released Episode 060, “Who Are the Players?” to explain who does what in government contracting. The people involved are mostly the same today, but the world around them has changed. In this updated episode, Kevin invited, Bill Scheier, to revisit the government contracting ecosystem to look at what has stayed the same, what has changed, and why understanding both sides of the process matters now more than ever.
This episode takes a practical look at today’s acquisition environment. From continuing resolutions and workforce changes to new approval layers and shifting priorities, government and contractors face new challenges that can affect contract outcomes. They break down these changes in plain language and explain what they mean for contracting officers, program teams, and contractors.
Whether you work in government or as a contractor, this episode will help you better understand the people, processes, and pressures that shape federal contracting today. You’ll learn why successful acquisition is still a team effort, how the environment has changed since 2015, and what both sides can do to work together more effectively in an increasingly complex contracting landscape.