As part of Pivotal Insight's ongoing effort to provide public decision makers the information they need to make better buying decisions, the following is a gateway to what the web has to offer to increase your buying intelligenceª:  Procurement regulations, business research sites, government best practices, contract negotiation resources, even other independent market research publishers.

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The Society of Cost Estimating and Analysis (SCEA
Description:Sound program management begins with establishing realistic baselines using proven cost estimating concepts and methods. SCEA is a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to improving cost estimating and analysis in government and industry and enhancing the professional competence and achievements of its members.
Web Site: www.sceaonline.net

The Ride Guide
Description: The Ride Guide is the simplest way to get instant Washington DC Metro Transit Information that is accurate and up to the minute. Plan your route; find the closest metro station; and get directions on this easy to use site.
Web Site: http://rideguide.wmata.com

AcqNet
Description: AcqNet (www.arnet.gov) provides a comprehensive source of government acquisition information. In there library is an excellent interagency document on the "Seven Steps to Performance-Based Services Acquisition."
Web Site: http://www.arnet.gov/Library/OFPP/BestPractices/pbsc/index.html