Trump and government contractors: Early thoughts
Government contracting is never a central theme to a presidential campaign, so there are few specifics on how a Trump presidency will impact contractors, but there are a few hints. Here are some early thoughts on to expect.
CSRA's tech strategy puts focus on partnerships
CSRA is positioning itself to be the kind of prime that brings customers the latest from emerging tech companies, and step one is introducing those companies to its own organization.
Government wants better cyber info-sharing with industry
The National Telecommunications and Information Administration is finalizing a plan to improve how industry and government share information about cybersecurity vulnerabilities.
DISA seeks small biz support for joint interoperability command
The Defense Information Systems Agency is determining which small businesses can provide mission support services to the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC).
GSA wants to improve audits processes
The General Services Administration wants to improve its transportation auditing management processes.
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5 ways to tilt the playing field in your favor
Marketing expert Mark Amtower presents five steps every small business should take to tilt the competitive landscape in their favor.
FirstNet misses Nov. 1 award deadline
The $6 billion First Responder Network Authority missed the Nov. 1 deadline for the contract pertaining to its nationwide broadband public safety network.
Successful cybersecurity takes an all-hands-on-deck effort
With cybersecurity talent in short supply, academia, industry and government must work together to cultivate a cybersecurity interest in today's youth.
Has the IG doomed 18F?
GSA's inspector general has issued a critical evaluation of 18F, the innovative development shop at GSA. It raises the question of whether the organization can survive the start-up phase and have a lasting impact on how IT systems are developed by the government.
Cognosante expands health care work with BITS acquisition
Cognosante is buying Business Information Technology Solutions in a move that brings new contracts and customers with the Veterans Affairs and Defense departments.
GSA streamlines acquisition for small vendors
Under its six-month-old Making It Easier program, The GSA has introduced new capabilities and processes to attract new schedule holders.
$6B DLA IT contract clears protest hurdle
The Defense Logistics Agency has cleared a protest hurdle and can now move on to awards for its $6B JETS contract.
Air Force considers IDIQ for agile development
The Air Force is planning to create a multiple-award, indefinite-delivery indefinite-quantity contract for agile development work for the department’s Distributed Common Ground System (DCGS).
Vendors see rise of hardware as a service
Hardware as a service is becoming increasingly common, allowing customers to rent hardware until it is paid off, several vendors report.
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