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General Dynamics Promotes Alan Perkins to SVP, GM for Munitions

GovCon Wire

General Dynamics has promoted Alan Perkins, most recently vice president of engineering, to senior VP and general manager of munitions at its ordnance and tactical systems business. Perkins shared that he assumed the new role in a LinkedIn post published Wednesday.

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Gov't Contracts Policies To Watch In 2025

Government Contracts

There are several planned and potential changes to federal procurement policy that government contractors need to be on watch for in 2025, from pending recommendations of a proposed Elon Musk-led advisory body on government efficiency, to key definitions underpinning cybersecurity and domestic sourcing rules.

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Peraton’s Space & Intel Sector Books $250M in Q4 Classified Contracts

GovCon Wire

Peratons space and intelligence sector secured over $250 million in contracts during the final quarter of 2024 to support the federal governments classified programs. The company said Monday the classified contracts supported various government programs critical to national security and public safety.

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Gov't Contracts Cases To Watch In 2025

Government Contracts

Federal courts in 2025 are expected to rehear a finding underpinning a high-profile commercial item contracting dispute, to determine the allowability of contentious labor-related clauses in federal contracts, and to decide whether to back the government's aggressive enforcement of cybersecurity regulations.

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How to Create a Blueprint for Fleet Resilience

Speaker: Jeff Dickinson - President and CEO of Railgistixs Transport, Supply Chain and Logistics Thought Leader

Despite the ongoing transformation of the supply chain and logistics landscape, the steadfast importance of carrier safety remains a core principle. From prioritizing preventative maintenance to optimizing fleet utilization, the fundamentals persist. If you’re overlooking and neglecting essential safety precautions today, this could result in expensive repairs and potential safety hazards in the future. 🚧 Join Jeff Dickinson for a conversation on how to mitigate risk, enforce compliance,

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Chad Kim on Bcore’s Integrated Approach to Helping Federal Agencies Adapt to Rapid Tech Changes, Evolving Threats

WashngtonExec

In the intelligence operations and analysis sector, the government faces a difficult environment these days. Agencies need to adapt to rapid technological change to address evolving threats, and they must do it with constrained budgets. They have challenges in aligning these cutting-edge technologies with mission requirements, especially in secure, multi-domain environments, said Chad Kim.

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Trials To Watch In 2025

Government Contracts

The coming year will bring the first bellwether trials in the closely watched federal baby formula mass litigation, the first courtroom battle over a COVID-19 vaccine patent and six major retailers' case against Visa and Mastercard over card swipe fees.

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Transportation Cases To Watch In 2025

Government Contracts

The Boeing Co.'s 737 Max criminal conspiracy case, consolidated D.C. Circuit litigation targeting new vehicle fuel-economy standards, and a Texas high court battle over a massive trucking accident verdict are among the cases that transportation attorneys are watching closely in 2025.

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Cook Inlet Region Acquires OSC Edge

WashngtonExec

Cook Inlet Region, Inc., an Alaska Native regional corp., has purchased OSC Edge, a provider of IT engineering, integration, and testing and data management services. I applaud the Boards decision to move forward with this acquisition,” CIRI CEO Swami Iyer said. “It reflects our shared commitment to growth, innovation and creating long-term value for our [.

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The Hottest Topics Appellate Attys Are Tracking In 2025

Government Contracts

Appellate lawyers in 2025 should probably stock up on coffee and expect some all-nighters numerous high-profile appeals, a new presidential administration and a new framework for legal challenges to regulations suggest it'll be an uncommonly tumultuous trip around the sun.

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2024 Pinnacle Awards Winner: Invictus International Consulting’s Nick Andersen

WashngtonExec

Nick Andersen, chief operating officer at Invictus International Consulting, has won WashingtonExecs Pinnacle Award for Intelligence Executive of the Year (Private Company). On Nov. 21, WashingtonExec announced the Pinnacle Awards winners during an annual event showcasing government and industry executives who notably spurred innovation for federal clients in the region.

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An Associate's Guide To Career Development In 2025

Government Contracts

As the new year begins, associates at all levels should consider establishing career metrics, fostering key relationships and employing other specific strategies to help move through the complexities of the legal profession with confidence and emerge as trailblazers, say EJ Stern and Amanda George at Fractional Law Firm.

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Leonardo DRS Names Bill Guyan to Business Development Leadership Role

GovCon Wire

Leonardo DRS has appointed industry veteran Bill Guyan as senior vice president of business development and president, international. Guyan announced his new position in a LinkedIn post published Wednesday. He brings to the role over two decades of industry experience in business strategy and management.

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Transportation Regulation & Legislation To Watch In 2025

Government Contracts

The Trump administration's expected rollback of rules intended to slash vehicle emissions and accelerate electric vehicle adoption, alongside a spate of new tariffs impacting the supply chain, are just some of the transportation industry's top regulatory priorities to watch in 2025.

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Stay or Pay: Decoding the Deposit Dilemma in Staying Arbitral Awards

Kluwer Arbitration

Earlier this year, the Bombay High Court in Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. v. Shilpi Engineering Pvt. Ltd. ( Balmer Lawrie Decision ) reviewed an application to stay the enforcement of an arbitral award for payment of money ( Money Award ). The award debtor ( Applicant ) had already provided a 100% bank guarantee for the Money Award amount (plus interest) as security in the Calcutta High Court during the set-aside process.

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ManTech Taps Rick Vien as VP of Proposal Operations

WashngtonExec

ManTech has elevated Rick Vien to vice president of proposal operations. Rick takes on this role with extensive capture and proposal experience across the Defense, Intelligence and Federal Civilian sectors, said Sarah Carter, vice president of growth at ManTech. Ricks broad mission knowledge, strategic depth and proven execution in winning proposals make him an ideal [.

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Top Supply Chain Execs to Watch in 2024: ASRC Federal’s Christian Frye

WashngtonExec

Christian Frye Operating Group President Supply Chain Management & Logistics, ASRC Federal With nearly 30 years of experience managing and growing Defense Department supply chain contracts, Christian Chris Frye leads ASRC Federals Supply Chain Management & Logistics operating group, a team that delivers over 400,000 orders yearly to DOD entities and foreign military sales customers. [.

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Top Supply Chain Execs to Watch in 2024: Leidos’ Stephanie Foster

WashngtonExec

Stephanie Foster Senior Vice President & Chief Supply Chain Officer, Leidos Stephanie Foster’s recent achievement was leading the 2024 Leidos Supplier Innovation & Technology Symposium, the companys largest yet. Her team brought together over 170 partners and suppliers to explore how emerging technologies can address customer challenges.