Opinion

Magic isn't the secret to writing winning proposals

Compliance is key and accuracy rules when it comes to developing a winning proposal in the government market.

GSA seeks bids for IT modernization Centers of Excellence

The solicitation covers start-up staffing needs for five separate teams to "manage centralized, function-specific talent, solutions and acquisition vehicles."

DOD's massive cloud solution remains fluid

It is still an open question whether the Defense Department will go with a single provider for its massive cloud infrastructure project or open it to multiple providers.

Another shutdown looms ahead of holidays

House leaders are scrapping a plan to extend government operations through mid-January while fully funding defense at 2018 levels, but it's not clear what will replace it.

What tax reform means for federal IT contractors

The much-anticipated tax reform is becoming a reality and government IT contractors are due for a huge cut. So what will they do with all that extra cash?

DOD looks to solve battlefield network issues

DARPA is reaching out for help in developing radio technology for the battlefield that increases network reliability.

Opinion

8 lessons learned from the GovCon marketing trenches

Mark Amtower looks back at 34 years in the GovCon market and shares immutable truths about what it takes to succeed.

Opinion

IT modernization: Another step to contract consolidation

Federal IT modernization will drive more contract consolidation. Here are the risks and opportunities you need to know.

Are you failing your customers?

For our latest WT Insider Report, we asked your customers to grade their contractors and the results aren't so great. Where do you need to improve your performance?

Labor seeking bids on $50M acquisition support contract

The Labor Department has started accepting offers for a five-year, $50 million acquisition management services contract reserved for small businesses.

Booz Allen sees problems with Navy business operations RFP

Booz Allen Hamilton has filed a pre-award protest after it found issues with a Navy solicitation for business operations support.

Where does IT modernization go from here?

The 2018 NDAA included the Modernizing Government Technology Act the law of the land but Congress still has to allocate the money for agencies to use the central fund that MGT creates. And what happens if they do?

Forest Service seeks cybersecurity support in two RFIs

The Forest Service is plans to split an existing contract in two as it looks for ways improve compliance with cybersecurity regulations.

Marines release draft for small biz portfolio management contract

The Marine Corps issued a draft RFP for a five-year, $48 million small business contract for analytical, engineering and capability portfolio management.

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.

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.

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.