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Hosted by Roger Waldron of the Coalition for Government Procurement, Off the Shelf interviews federal contracting experts from both inside and outside of government on the issues that matter most.

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Jonathan Aronie, partner at Sheppard Mullin, joins Off the Shelf for an engaging discussion of GSA’s proposed AI clause and President Trump’s executive order, “Addressing DEI Discrimination By Federal Contractors.”

GSA’s AI Clause establishes a go... more

This week on Off the Shelf, Moshe Schwartz, president of Etherton & Associates, joins host Roger Waldron to discuss the geopolitical landscape facing the nation and how it driving defense acquisition policy reform.

Schwartz shares his insights on p... more

This week on Off the Shelf, Bill Gormley, president of the Gormley Group, and Alan Thomas, founder of Alpha Tango Strategies, recap the 2025 year in federal procurement and look ahead to 2026.

Gormley and Thomas cover a host of topics, including t... more

This week on Off the Shelf, Brian Friel from BD Squared, addresses the state of governmentwide contracting.

Friel gives a postmortem on CIO-SP4 including lessons learned and pitfalls to avoid when utilizing a self-scoring evaluation model.

He als... more

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Recent Guests

Tina Murphy
President and CEO of GHX
GHX
Episode: Simplifying healthcare operations through automation
Brian Friel
Founder of BD Squared, focused on government contracting and data analytics
BD Squared
Episode: The future of interagency contracting
Daniel Glad
Director of the Department of Justice's Procurement Collusion Strike Force
Department of Justice
Episode: Combating collusive fraud in procurement
Sandra Talbot
Deputy Director for the Procurement Collusion Strike Force
Department of Justice
Episode: Combating collusive fraud in procurement
Nelly Wilson
Global head of AI services for weather and climate at Google
Google
Episode: The keys to effective implementation of artifical intelligence
Bill Gormley
President of the Gormley Group
Episode: The evolving federal procurement market
Christine J. Harada
Senior Advisor of Project Redword, Advanced Energy United, and former Senior Advisor of the Office of Federal Procurement and Policy during the Biden administration.
Project Redword, Advanced Energy United
Episode: Leadership during challenging times
Moshe Schwartz
President of Etherton and Associates, a subject matter expert in defense acquisition and policy
Etherton and Associates
Episode: An assessment of the broad national security landscape
Eric Crusius
Partner at Holland & Knight, focusing on government contracts and the federal market
Holland & Knight
Episode: Procurement expectations for the Trump administration

Hosts

Tina Murphy
President and CEO of GHX (Healthcare supply chain expert contributing to healthcare procurement discussions within federal systems).
Roger Waldron
Leader of the show and principal voice on government procurement and reform discussions with a focus on GWACs, executive orders, and contracting reform.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Too Biased

    If you’re looking for unbiased news and analysis of GovCon developments, this is not for you. If you’re looking for a GovCon analysis that stays near the shallow end of big business’s side, then you’ve found your podcast. Often, the speakers are rattling off talking points that just don’t exist in reality anymore (if they ever did). Every now and then you’ll get a thoughtful exchange of ideas that understands that federal procurement involves the government, instead of being two businesses. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Non-Descript User
    United Statesa year ago
  • The GOAT

    This man has kept me informed on the issues that MATTER MOST! His soothing voice helps me fall asleep sometimes. He is LeGOAT!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rogers numba 1 FAN
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host's demeanor and clarity of explanations are frequently praised, making complex procurement topics more accessible.
A more balanced mix of guests and sharper, data-driven debates are appreciated by other listeners.
Some listeners feel the show is biased toward big-business perspectives on GovCon, and the analysis may gloss over realities beyond government contracting.

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Talking Points

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Simplifying healthcare operations through automation
Q: What do you see as the future of trying to automate across the federal government, similar to the private sector already out there?
There is optimism that within the next year, we could modernize the VA to achieve an automated supply chain, which would align them with best practices seen in the private sector.
Simplifying healthcare operations through automation
Q: Can you talk a little bit about GHX, the company, and also I'd be very interested in getting some more about your background?
GHX supports healthcare systems by managing supply chains more efficiently, impacting millions of patient lives, and emphasizing a resilient structure within the healthcare ecosystem.
The future of interagency contracting
Q: What are your thoughts on the state of GWACs?
GWACs are seeing a push for greater centralized control due to the recent executive order on contract consolidation, with primary focus on GSA's successful contracts.
The future of interagency contracting
Q: Can you talk a little bit about where your company is now and how you're supporting your customers and contractors in the federal market?
BD Squared helps companies bid on major contract vehicles, maintaining a high success rate in contract wins through data-driven insights.
Trends shaping the federal IT market
Q: How do you see AI potentially being useful in government contracting specifically?
Tony outlines AI's role in transforming procurement, supporting supply chain management, and enhancing fraud detection.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Off the Shelf

What is Off the Shelf about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A B2B-focused deep dive into federal procurement, contracting reform, and public-sector technology. Episodes frequently explore government-wide contract vehicles, procurement reforms, and the intersection of policy with industry, featuring leading government procurement officials, reform advocates, and industry experts. Notable is the strong emphasis on practical guidance for navigating contracts, reducing inefficiencies, and applying data analytics to bid strategy, often rooted in real-world reform debates and compliance considerations. The show tends to attract listeners who work in government contracting, public sector consulting, or technology procurement, and it's known for bringing seasoned practitioners to the table across a spectrum... more

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