Ocean Systems delivers technical support to Marines

Ocean Systems Engineering Corp. has won an $11.7 million task order to provide the Marine Corps with a range of technical support for its Marine Air Ground Task Force systems.

Herraiz to manage stimulus package funding at Motorola

Domingo Herraiz, a former Justice Department funding and policy expert, has been named to manage Motorola’s Government and Enterprise Funding Programs.

GSA administrator faces many challenges

Assuming Martha Johnson is confirmed, what advice would you give her as she begins her new job?

Recovery board solicits IT vendor ideas online

The panel overseeing the economic stimulus law debuted a new Web site today to invite ideas from IT vendors, experts and consumers.

DTRA seeks systems engineering support

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency wants pre-solicitation information from contractors interested in providing systems engineering and integration services to enhance the agency's counter-proliferation capabilities directed at weapons of mass destruction.

Kundra calls for context-driven government

Federal Chief Information Officer Vivek Kundra wants the government to make its data more available and services more accessible.

Torti steps down as Stanley's SVP of technical programs

Christopher Torti, senior vice president and group manager of Stanley Inc.’s Technical Programs Group, is leaving the company to pursue future career opportunities.

GAO: NOAA satellite procurement in trouble

NOAA's next-generation weather satellite procurement is running up costs and falling behind schedule, according to a new GAO report.

Seattle firm tracks swine flu

A private firm is providing updates on the swine flu outbreak in Mexico to U.S. health agencies and the public.

AT&T podcasts offer application upkeep tips

Networx contractor AT&T offers series of podcasts to help customers keep their applications well-tuned.

EDS to upgrade California Corrections IT services

EDS will help the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation create a digital environment under a contract valued at $245 million.

SRA provides FAA with airport traffic control technology

SRA International wins a $20 million contract to provide the Federal Aviation Administration with air traffic control technology for small and midsize airports.

French firm buys most of GE homeland protection unit

French firm Safran is acquiring a major share of GE Security’s Homeland Protection business for $580 million.

Analysis: Contractors should welcome open source

Contractors shouldn't fear the shift to open source. Instead, welcoming the trend can enhance their standing and help differentiate their offerings.

Cities track stimulus money on new Web sites

Several cities have established Web sites to track the $50 billion in economic stimulus spending cities will get.

CSC names Harrity to lead strategic business management

Computer Sciences Corp. has named Carol Harrity vice president of strategic business management for the company's North American Public Sector.

Harris will modernize Army satellite terminals

The company will provide satellite modernization services to the Army under a 10-year, $600 million contract.

House committee requests briefing on stolen data

After reports that information about the Joint Strike Fighter Program was stolen, the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee requests a briefing.

Networx TIC award imminent for Verizon

Reports are that Verizon will join other Networx contract holders and be able to sell trusted internet connection services to government agencies.

Battelle to help Air Force squadron relocate

Battelle Memorial Institute has won a three-year, $32 million contract to assist an Air Force squadron that is relocating to Aberdeen Proving Ground, Md., as part of the continuing consolidation of U.S. military bases.