Opinion
ANALYSIS: Where true bid protest reform should start
Challenges occur in a mere 2.2% of all federal contracts, a number that could go even lower with more training of acquisition professionals and higher-quality debriefings.
Companies
CACI gets second chance at $428M contract after successful protest
The company challenged how the Defense Logistics Agency evaluated a financial modernization task order under the JETS 2.0 vehicle.
Contracts
Court ruling in Groundswell case adds confusion over OTA protests
The judge hearing this case over a $1 billion Army business systems competition creates a "jurisdictional blackout" during the prototype phase. He also acknowledges the question over when and how these contracts can be protested remains unsettled.
Companies
Be one of the first to see the 2025 Washington Technology Top 100
Join us Monday for the rankings debut and insights from CGI Federal’s president Stephanie Mango on how to navigate GovCon’s evolving landscape.
Companies
Leidos to let go of $8B Antarctica contract
Work for the National Science Foundation at the South Pole does not fit in with the growth pillars in Leidos' NorthStar 2030 vision, its chief growth officer tells us.
Companies
Radiance expands defense footprint with Verus Research buy
Radiance looks to strengthen its position in directed energy, space systems and emerging defense technologies.
Contracts
GSA leaders urge acquisition teams to embrace flexibility as FAR overhaul rolls out
Officials at the General Services Administration are emphasizing trust, collaboration and learning from mistakes as they work in a world with fewer acquisition regulations.
Contracts
NNSA awards $250M sole-source contract to Aerospace
The National Nuclear Security Administration decided no other contractors are qualified for the type of specialized systems engineering work it needs.
Podcasts
WT 360: All roads lead back to GSA in this ‘Editor’s Summit’ episode
Frank Konkel, editor-in-chief for GovExec’s publications including us, joins Nick and Ross to unpack the General Services Administration’s newest moves to be the central agency for all things GovCon and some other major storylines.
Contracts
VA’s $60B T4NG2 vehicle enters new phase as 26 protests remain open
Three former protesters now hold positions on the Veterans Affairs Department's main IT contract, leaving the remaining challengers with a choice to either amend their complaints or walk away.
Contracts
ManTech’s FBI protest once again falls short
The Government Accountability Office dismisses the challenge to return-to-office requirements and denies complaints about the evaluation.
Contracts
SBA declares tribal and Alaska Native programs not affected by Trump's DEI rollback
The Small Business Administration's general counsel responded to concerns raised by the Native American Contractors Association.
Companies
Leidos bets on offensive cyber with $300M Kudu acquisition
The purchase seeks to fulfill growing demand for converged cyber-electronic warfare solutions.
Companies
Serco's US arm closes $327M acquisition of Northrop's training business
Serco Inc. pushes its annual revenue past $2 billion and adds 1,000 employees to the now-10,000-person workforce.
Contracts
MDA previews $151B contract for Trump’s Golden Dome missile defense system
A draft solicitation is imminent for the 10-year, multiple-award vehicle being called SHIELD.
Contracts
Rewrite of market research rules aims to give agencies more flexibility
A new version of Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 10 removes prescriptive requirements and adds a "practitioner album" with the goal of streamlining research processes.
Contracts
Industry awaits significant disruption as GSA works on contract takeovers
Contractors are watching for impacts to competition, market access and innovation.
Companies
Gerry Connolly remembered for his passion and bipartisanship
The long-time representative from Northern Virginia has died at 75 following a battle with cancer. He is being remembered for his advocacy of federal workers and the contractor community as well as championing initiatives to improve how the government buys goods and services.
Contracts
Inside GSA’s AI strategy: Using the tech while learning how to buy it
In deploying its own AI chatbot, the General Services Administration is also developing frameworks for government-wide acquisition at the same time.
Contracts