State and local boost projected from stimulus package

Spending bill likely to boost funds for infrastructure and social institutions.

ITAA: Certification proposal nearly impossible

A government anti-counterfeiting proposal that would require federal contractors to certify the authenticity of their products would create major liabilities for contractors, the Information Technology Association of American has said.

Spy agencies to open communications to entire intelligence community

U.S. intelligence agencies are taking concrete steps to make their sensitive data available to analysts throughout community.

Northrop wins Army software engineering contract

Northrop Grumman Corp. will provide software engineering support for U.S. Army Europe's command and control systems.

Air Force trims communications satellite system

The Air Force has significantly cut back its Transformational Communication Satellite program and delayed the launch of the first satellite.

Great changes, timeless lessons

My father-in-law saw great changes during his lifetime, but with great change also come timeless lessons.

ICF assists EPA on clean energy and climate change policies

ICF International will assist the Environmental Protection Agency help develop clean energy and climate change policies under a five-year contract that has a ceiling of $11.3 million.

Schwarzenegger calls for tech consolidation

IT contractors doing business with the state of California might find more large-scale contracting opportunities if the state puts four agencies responsible for different technology programs under one roof.

Verizon gets Army task orders

Verizon Business will begin upgrading voice and data networks at Aberdeen Proving Ground and other Army installations under multiple task orders.

Obama: Technology key to stimulating economy

Technology will be an important aspect of creating jobs and transforming health care, the president said in his inaugural address.

Census to issue RFI for mass communication system

The Census Bureau plans to issue a request for information later this month to obtain input from vendors on a mass notification system to support the 2010 census.

DRC to provide training assistance to DHS

Dynamics Research Corp. will provide specialized training services to the Homeland Security Department under a five-year contract.

Stimulus bill is no quick cure for struggling economy

It might take years before an infrastructure spending program proposed by President Barack Obama will have a positive impact on the economy.

Savi launches tracking system at Sierra Army Depot

The Sierra Army Depot in northern California has launched a new inventory tracking system from Savi Technology designed to cut operational costs and improve efficiency.

Jacobs to support Navy simulation operations

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. will continue to support the Navy’s threat-simulation activities under a new contract.

Top federal market trends for 2009

Those watching the defense and government services market in 2009 will see large companies capitalize on a volatile market and more mid-tier players disappear.

GSA reviews Schedule 70 operations

GSA officials want to return the $16 billion IT contract program to its former prestige.

Signs of a transformed government

As the clock struck noon today, the first signs of a new way of government appeared on WhiteHouse.gov.

Networx awards update

Here is a roundup of the task orders issued and a review of major awards under the Networx contract.

Alion to assist Air National Guard with simulation technology

Alion Science and Technology Corp. will help provide realistic, interactive theater training environments for the Air National Guard.