CSC divests, PAE invests

Computer Sciences Corp.'s divestiture is PAE Group's opportunity in a $175 million deal that moves the old DynCorp business of aviation and range support services from CSC to PAE.

Navy bumps NGEN award again

The Navy says it needs more time to make its pick between HP and a team led by CSC and Harris for the $5 billion Next Generation Enterprise Network contract.

What's behind the strong Fast 50 response?

The early response to our call for nominations has been strong, and is perhaps an indication that times are improving in the government market.

Cyber: A key to unlocking IT savings

Achieving situational awareness of your IT systems to fight cyber threats might also give you the information you need to lower IT costs and increase efficiency. But it all starts with data.

Air Force seeks small-biz support for F-16 upgrade

The Air Force is conducting market research to see if any small businesses are available to provide IT and engineering support for upgrades to several systems on the F-16 fighter jet.

NetCents redo focuses on Trade Agreements Act

The Air Force is preparing to ask bidders to submit revised proposals that will document their compliance with the Trade Agreements Act. Will this save the troubled procurement?

Lockheed, Northrop move toward commercial markets

Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman are both making a push into the commercial market, but history isn't in their favor. What might make things different this time around?

EPA IG kicks off audit of Lockheed cloud project

EPA's inspector general has kicked off an audit of the agency's recently completed migration of its email and collaboration software to the cloud.

15 small-biz teams win $22B DHS Eagle 2 awards

Fifteen companies will compete for task orders under the $22 billion DHS Eagle 2 contract to provide IT program support services such as strategic planning, enterprise architecture and data management. We breakdown the winners and their teammates.

NetCents 2: Déjà vu again

Just like round 1, Air Force pulls back from new $6.9 billion NetCents 2 awards. Information is limited, but it looks like they are pointing to issues around the Trade Agreements Act, and around the country of origin for components used in the products. But the action still leaves plenty of unaswered questions.

Are we ashamed of contractors killed in action?

We've been slow to recognize the sacrifices made by contractors working in warzones. One small group, led by two cops who have served, is trying to change that; however, it still begs the question, when will contractors get the recognization they deserve?

SI Org makes deal for part of Telcordia

The SI Organization has acquired Applied Communication Sciences, a year-old company with roots that go back to the legendary Bell Labs.

Lessons from Lockheed's $4.6B DISA GIG contract

Winning the job to manage DISA's Global Information Grid was big for Lockheed Martin. We get an inside look at how the company took over from the incumbent, and converted the work to a performance-based contract.

Get ready. Furlough details starting to emerge

More details are emerging about the Defense Department's plans to furlough 800,000 civilian employees. Get out and talk to your customers to prepare for the impact and don't forget these critical questions.

New Tricare contract under development

The Army is developing a small-business contract for Tricare to help the evolution of the Military Health Service Cyberinfrastructure, incorporate more electronic health records and integrate with Veterans Affairs.

Score one for diversity and good business

A program by Women In Technology to get more women on corporate boards claims its first victory, but it isn't just a feel-good story; it makes good business sense too.

Lessons my mother taught me

My mom is all about family and love, but she's also the smartest and toughest business person I've met. Her lessons were honed in the kitchen of a restaurant, but they apply to journalism and government contracting alike.

VA T4 on ramp period comes to a close

VA brings the bidding period to a close for its $12 billion VA T4 contract. New awards are expected to be announced in July, as the agency is expected to add new service-disabled and veteran-owned small businesses to the mix.

15 win $900M Navy command, control contract

Fifteen companies won a $900 million contract from the Space and Naval Ware Systems Center to provide a variety of services supporting command and control, intelligence and other combat systems.

OFPP's Jordan takes price debate to Twitter

Joseph Jordan, administrator for federal procurement policy at the OMB, has turned to Twitter for insights on the best ways for agencies to get information on prices paid when making their contracting decisions.