DARPA starts effort to build modeling-as-a-service capability

The Defense Department is looking for ways to develop a framework for modeling and simulation on-demand so teams from the different branches and U.S. allies can develop and test new concepts.

LPTA protest lands in federal court

Vectrus and VS2 LLC are embroiled in a dispute over who is the rightful winner of a $250 million Army logistics contract that now is in federal court.

DHA starting innovation journey with $1.4B 'Workforce 3.0' contract

The Defense Health Agency will soon release the final solicitation for its $1.4 billion Workforce 3.0 contract to emphasize innovation and the use of non-traditional technology vendors.

Serco takes $600M Navy recompete

Serco has retained a $600 million contract to support Navy anti-terrorism and force protection efforts.

Navy to rethink its $500M jammer award

Northrop Grumman’s protest of a $500 million contract to L3Harris for a next-generation radio jammer must have struck a nerve with the Navy because the service is taking a second look at its award decision.

DARPA looks to fund AI research for helping mechanics and medics

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency wants proposals on how to create an artificial intelligence agent that can advise mechanics and battlefield medics through observation.

Companies close 109 deals in 2020 & private equity firms (barely) lead the way

We tracked 109 closed acquisitions in 2020 and just over half of them were made by private equity firms. Who is making the deals and what does that say about the market?

The industry execs on FCW's Federal 100 list for 2021

The 2021 edition of FCW's Federal 100 list is out in recognition of accomplishments and leadership across the government IT landscape. A total of 28 from industry were selected for this year's class.

M&A takes center stage at next WT Power Breakfast

Our next Washington Technology Power Breakfast on trends in mergers and acquisitions is on for March 19 with executives and seasoned industry analysts lined up to tell us what today's dealmaking says about the government market.

GSA lifts curtain on OASIS replacement

The General Services Administration has kicked off the process for gathering industry feedback on its "BIC MAC" contract to replace the $50 billion OASIS vehicle for professional services across the government.

Northrop protests Navy's selection of L3Harris for $500M Navy jammer program

Northrop Grumman is challenging the Navy's award of a $500 million contract to L3Harris Technologies for a next-generation jammer.

Is history repeating for this $5.5B Air Force IT product contract?

The General Services Administration's $5.5 billion contract the Air Force will use for IT hardware and software is again hit with protests in the wake of new awards.

Attain's Baroni charts independent course

By selling the federal portion of Attain, Greg Baroni continues to forge an independent path in the public sector market.

Maximus makes $430M deal for Attain's federal arm

Maximus has purchased Attain's federal business in a $430 million deal to gain more capabilities around artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Deloitte names new aerospace practice leader, Robin Lineberger to retire

Deloitte has appointed a new leader for its aerospace and defense sector as long-time executive Robin Lineberger announces his retirement.

CGI opens eighth delivery center

CGI has opened another of its delivery centers in a community away from major metropolitan areas, this time around the University of Tennessee.

Altamira names new CEO, Ted Davies retires

Altamira Technologies has announced the retirement of Ted Davies from the CEO position and the appointment of former Raytheon executive Jane Chappell as his successor.

DARPA opens door to more private equity-backed firms

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency adjusts the requirements for bidders on Small Business Innovation Research contracts to allow participation by private equity-backed firms.

Serco fights to keep Navy work

Serco is defending its incumbency by protesting a $354 million Navy contract that went to Booz Allen Hamilton.

VA can now make $22.3B T4NG on-ramp awards

With all outstanding protests denied, the Veterans Affairs Department can now make on-ramp awards for its $22.3 billion T4NG technology services contract.