Contracts

DISA faces down procurement challenges

An official for the defense support agency says procurement processes need to keep up with emerging technologies and new security standards.

Contracts

DOD describes need for IT-rich facility management support

A new contract is under development to centralize the IT systems used for managing the Defense Department's physical assets.

Companies

FalconTek purchases language analysis specialist

The service-disabled, veteran-owned small business acquirer is looking for a bigger footprint.

Companies

ICF hires climate research team leader

Climate, environment and infrastructure advisory services are a key growth driver for the company.

Contracts

GSA lifts curtains on the next Alliant contract

Version three of this flagship government-wide technology solutions vehicle is now ready for industry to read and comment on.

Companies

Survey puts contractors at the bottom of customers' trust factor

Even the media ranked higher as a trusted source of news and information for federal agencies than their contractors, according to the most recent Marketing for the Public Sector report.

Contracts

FAA again gives more time for $2.4B IT contract bids

The Federal Aviation Administration remains at work on answering vendor questions, which could affect the proposals companies turn in.

Contracts

Court lifts contractor vaccine mandate injunction, but no enforcement starting yet

More guidance to federal agencies is expected from the Office of Management and Budget.

Companies

What is a 'market' in the world of GovCon?

The Booz Allen Hamilton-EverWatch antitrust case's final outcome hinges on answering that question, to which a federal judge gave some clarity in her ruling that the transaction can go ahead.

Companies

L3Harris invests in autonomous sea vehicle maker

Both firms see their partnership as facilitating collaboration and technology sharing.

Opinion

Understanding 'commerciality' and why you need to align your pricing strategy with your compliance plan

The concept of 'commerciality' is a critical requirement contractors must master in the government market to remain in compliance with FAR rules. Here's a guide on what to know and where to start.

Contracts

Air Force to rethink $12B nuclear weapon support award

The service branch receives recommendations on how it should do the re-evaluation for this 12-year contract.

Companies

Lockheed sketches out a partial outlook along with the complications

The world's largest defense company believes it knows when growth will return even while facing several unknowns.

Contracts

Accenture touts $189M CDC cloud migration award

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is evaluating what IT assets can go into the secured infrastructure.

Companies

Shield Capital adds former Defense Innovation Unit leader

Michael Brown previously led the Pentagon's main interface to work with commercial tech startups for four years.

Podcasts

PROJECT 38: Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone?

Small business entrepreneur Walter Barnes III, founder of PM Consulting, shares his journey with Editor Nick Wakeman and offers advice on overcoming the hurdles and challenges he’s faced in the federal market.

Opinion

What a crane operator teaches about the power of communications

It takes training, trust and clear communications for a crane operator to safely lift and place tons of materials. The risk is high and the lessons for government contractors should be clear.

Companies

Cherokee Federal names new operating chief

The two-decade industry veteran's career includes senior roles at PAE, Lockheed Martin and General Electric.

Contracts

Polaris protests raise more questions about mentor-protege joint ventures

This $15 billion government-wide technology contract and a second with a $50 billion ceiling all focus on the same issue.

Contracts

VA adds 6 months to health record deployment pause

The delay is designed to give the Department of Veterans Affairs and Cerner Oracle more time to iron out serious performance issues in the multibillion dollar software upgrade.