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Resistance to talking with contractors runs deep
In an era of deep budget cuts and fiscal uncertainty, the need for communication and collaboration between government and industry has never been greater but the resistance on the part of agency officials runs deep.
DISA plans small biz intell contract
DISA issues notice for information on how small businesses can support a variety of intelligence systems as it begins planning for a new contract.
Northrop taps new board member
Northrop Grumman has named William Hernandez to its board of directors.
Exelis wins $42M agreement with Navy warfare center
Exelis has won a $42 million basic ordering agreement with the Naval Surface Warfare Center which will act as a streamlined contracting vehicle.
GDIT wins $49M contract for Marine training systems
General Dynamics Information Technology has won a $48.8 million contract to support Marine Corps training systems.
Abt Associates takes $27.6M contract to support EPA water office
Abt Associates has won a $27.6 million contract with the Environmental Protection Agency to support its Office of Water by looking at the impact of regulations and conducting benefits analysis.
DISA releases RFP for $427M enterprise storage opportunity
Contract called a "paradigm shift" that pushes more information sharing and storage availibility to the end-users. Proposals due Oct. 21.
Opinion
2014 realities force companies to change tactics
Government contractors face a 2014 that will be marked by budget delays, cuts and fewer procurements. The result will be stiffer competition. Companies that stick to old ways of doing business will give way to smarter, more agile competitors, writes business development expert Bob Lohfeld.
Lockheed's Hewson creates distinct public image
Lockheed Martin CEO Marillyn Hewson isn't afraid to go public with her thoughts on leadership, business and her personal story. It's a break from tradition, but also might be what cements her place as a business leader beyond the confines of government contracting.
Draper Labs wins $15.6M Navy R&D contract
Charles Stark Draper Laboratory has won a $15.6 million contract to provide engineering and technical services to the U.S. Navy.
DynCorp wins $122M order under Army EAGLE contract
DynCorp has won a $122 million task order under the Army’s EAGLE basic ordering agreement to support logistics operations for the 18th Airborne Corps and special operations units.
LLR Partners adds members to its security, defense team
LLR Partners has added Jason Rigoli and Michael Levenberg to its security, defense and government services team.
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