Government Contracting Glossary
Master the language of government contracting. Browse 498 terms covering regulations, contract types, procurement processes, and more.
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USDA FANFARE (US Department Of Agriculture Food And Nutrition Service Administrative Resource Enterprise)
USDA FANFARE is a resource and potentially a system utilized by the USDA's Food and Nutrition Service for administrative tasks.
USMCMITESUS (Marine Corps Marine Corps Intra Governmental Support)
USMCMITESUS is a mechanism allowing US Marine Corps entities to procure services and support from other USMC activities, streamlining processes.
USML (United States Munitions List)
The USML is a list of defense articles, services, and related technical data controlled for export and import under the Arms Export Control Act.
USN (SPAWAR US Navy Space And Naval Warfare Systems Command)
SPAWAR, now known as NAVWAR, is the US Navy command responsible for information technology, communications, and space systems.
USPS (United States Postal Service)
The USPS is an independent agency providing postal services. Contractors may need it for shipping, secure document delivery, or facility access.
USPSTIPSUS (Postal Service Technology Infrastructure Products And Services)
USPSTIPSUS is a potential procurement vehicle used by the USPS for technology infrastructure products and services. Understand its importance for contractors.
USPTOBOSSUS (Patent And Trademark Office Business Oriented Software Solutions)
USPTOBOSSUS is the software and systems portfolio used by the USPTO to manage its core business processes related to patents and trademarks.
USSSTISSUS (Secret Service Technology And Information Support Services)
USSSTISSUS is a contract vehicle used by the Secret Service for technology and information support services. Learn its scope and use.
USTR (Office Of The United States Trade Representative)
The USTR develops and coordinates U.S. international trade, commodity, and direct investment policy, and leads trade negotiations.
VA (Department Of Veterans Affairs)
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides near-comprehensive healthcare services to eligible military veterans and manages veteran benefits programs.
VA (Vector Department Of Veterans Affairs Vetting Enterprise Contract For Transformation And Operational Readiness)
VA VECTOR is a contract vehicle used by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to procure a wide range of IT and professional services.
VALVALUEADDED (Labor)
VALVALUEADDED (Labor) represents labor costs that exceed a baseline, often subject to scrutiny in government contract pricing and audits.