Contractors face mixed signals as 2017 comes to a close

The Modernizing Government Technology Act has become law but the market is still under a continuing resolution. Those are just two examples of the mixed signals contractors face as this year turns into next.

CSRA's Prior takes executive of the year honor

The Northern Virginia Technology Council held its latest TechCelebration gala to honor the companies and executives in the region's technology community.

Chenega inks deal for ADG

Chenega agrees to purchase ADG Creative for new digital strategy and communications work in the federal market.

TSA reopens bids for IT infrastructure contract

TSA has decided to reopen discussions and get fresh bids from companies vying to build and operate the agency's IT infrastructure.

Not too late for FCW Fed 100 nominees

Don't forget, industry nominees are welcome to apply for the FCW Federal 100. Past winner and Fed 100 judge Venkatapathi "PV" Puvvada of Unisys Federal explains what it takes to increase your chances of winning.

Alliant 2 opens market to new challengers

Once it clears the protest, Alliant 2 should open opportunities for several companies that have been repositioning themselves for growing opportunities in the federal space, according to a new report from Govini.

SAIC adds Astra Capital's Johnson to board

Science Applications International Corp. adds private equity veteran and Astra Capital leader Mark Johnson to the contractor's board of directors.

Lockheed takes $77M Navy cyber IT support contract

Lockheed Martin takes a five-year, $77.7 million contract for cybersecurity support services to Navy IT systems used by the branch's cyber workforce.

Emergent wins $98M DHA Oracle licensing contract

Emergent wins a potential five-year, $98.8 million contract to help DHA migrate its Oracle licenses into a single setup.

MetroStar names SRA, SAIC vet Nixon as chief growth officer

Government IT contractor MetroStar Systems appoints former SRA and SAIC executive Tom Nixon as chief growth officer.

DTRA's lack of documentation draws GAO's ire

DTRA has to redo its evaluation of a contract to help manage nuclear weapon systems after it failed to document its conclusions and played fast and loose with the requirements of its own RFP.

Xator adds Merlin's services arm

Technology services company Xator acquires the professional services group of cyber and health IT contractor Merlin International.

Contractors need to disclose harassment claims and settlements

Public disclosure of sexual harassment claims and settlements will make government contractors more accountable and help encourage better policies and ultimately a healthier workplace environment.

Lockheed adds former DHS secretary Johnson, telecom exec Taiclet to board

Lockheed Martin's board of directors will welcome former DHS secretary Jeh Johnson and telecom executive James Taiclet.

SAIC growth prospects looking up without M&A

Science Applications International Corp. is still actively looking for M&A deals but can be picky after two strong quarters without them.

Does CR spell relief?

The passage of another continuing resolution averts another near-term shutdown. But what happens next and what should you do?

Reuters: PwC eyes sale of government consulting arm

PricewaterhouseCoopers is reportedly looking to sell its government consulting business.

GSA taps 80 for $15B Alliant 2 Small Business

GSA has announced the apparent winners of the $15 billion Alliant 2 Small Business contract for IT and professional services.

Federal antitrust officials seek more Northrop-Orbital deal info

The Federal Trade Commission has made a second request to Northrop Grumman and Orbital ATK for more information on their pending combination.

Northrop to keep $750M Army ISR fleet logistics contract

Northrop Grumman is confirmed as the winner of a $750 million Army ISR aircraft logistics services contract.