Former CMS Leader Robert Suggs of Dynanet Breaks Down the Shifting CMS Landscape and What is Next

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In this episode of The JR and Ali Show, JR Glass, President of GovCon Growth Solutions, and Ali Steer, President of Steer Operational Solutions, welcome Robert Suggs, Director of Federal Health at Dynanet Corporation. He shares his expert perspective on federal procurement trends and CMS operations. With a background that includes time as a federal employee and private-sector leader supporting CMS, Robert brings deep knowledge in Medicare and Medicaid, digital modernization, and acquisition strategy. He discusses DynaNet’s approach as a prime on the ACME BPA and how changing size standards are impacting competition. Robert also weighs in on procurement streamlining efforts, GSA consolidation, and FAR updates that could accelerate timelines. He analyzes the latest CMS forecast and anticipates a wave of sole source extensions due to staffing shifts and delays. Throughout, he emphasizes agility, relationship-building, and mission alignment—especially as companies prepare for the CMS Quality Conference. His thoughtful insights offer valuable guidance for those navigating the evolving federal health landscape. If you’d like to reach out to JR, connect with him on LinkedIn. | Learn More About GovCon Growth Solutions here. If you’d like to reach out to Ali, connect with her on LinkedIn. | Learn More About Steer Operational Solutions here. If you’d like to reach out to Robert, connect with him on LinkedIn. | Learn more about Dynanet Corporation here. If you liked listening to this episode, click here to view more in this series. To view all of our podcast series, visit our podcast page.

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