GovLoop
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
National Employee Appreciation Day is the first Friday in March, which this year falls on March 1. Here’s a few ideas to help you honor the occasion. Take a moment to think about each person and communicate thanks. An individualized note can mean a lot. Recognize an employee at a meeting. Consider a creative gesture like a photo collage for the team that points out employee contributions.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Space Systems Command has begun seeking concept papers for a potential five-year, $99 million broad agency announcement to develop, deliver and sustain cyber technologies designed to defend space assets from emerging threats.
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Government Contracts
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Although geographically broad new prohibitions the U.S., U.K. and EU issued last week are somewhat underwhelming in their efforts to target third-country facilitators of Russia sanctions evasion, companies with exposure to noncompliant jurisdictions should pay close attention to their potential impacts, say attorneys at Shearman.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
A subsidiary of General Dynamics‘ (NYSE: GD) mission systems business won a potential $116 million contract to lead the procurement of a management decision software for shipboard and shore-based maintenance activities of the U.S. Navy.
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Government Contracts
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
A Georgia federal judge on Tuesday allowed an immigration detention facility to escape a proposed class action accusing it of forcing detainees to work for as little as $1 per day after it argued it couldn't be sued under Georgia law.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said artificial intelligence systems are driving the demand for leading-edge logic chips and the Department of Commerce is working to meet that demand through its investments under the CHIPS for America program as part of its implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act.
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GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The United States is in the midst of a global race to dominate the space domain, and to stay ahead, the federal government must accelerate its efforts to expand and deepen its space capabilities. U.S.
FedScoop
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The Federal Aviation Administration is deploying a new hiring strategy to assist the agency in its oversight of the commercial space industry, a spokesperson told FedScoop. The new approach is meant to help the FAA deal with staffing challenges it faces amid scaling up its focus on commercial space operations run by companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin.
SmallGovCon
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Whether you are a small, medium or even a large contractor seeking to team with small businesses, this course will discuss the different regulations you must follow, the different small business programs set up by the SBA, the advantages and disadvantages of the JV & Mentor Protégé programs, plus other topics of interest. This live virtual event will be hosted by Larry Allen and Nicole Pottroff and Stephanie Ellis will be joining Larry for the afternoon session.
GovLoop
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
To get the best out of your team, you need to be as inclusive as possible, and that’s not as simple as just saying, “Every voice matters.” Words must be followed by actions. During the latest New Supervisors in Government Community of Practice session, “How to Manage an Inclusive Team,” we spoke with Priscilla Stallings, Chief Inclusion Officer, State of Minnesota, who shared insight and advice on creating a team where everyone feels valued and respected.
Select GCR
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a law that provides individuals with the right to access information held by the government. The main purpose of the FOIA is to promote transparency and openness in government by letting the public request and obtain government records. The law was first enacted in the United States in 1966 and has since been adopted by many other countries around the world.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Boeing (NYSE: BA) will help the U.S. Air Force operate, test and maintain a ground-based intercontinental ballistic missile system under a $405.4 million contract modification. A notice posted on SAM.
FedTech Magazine
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Four years have passed since many U.S.-based workers were sent home to protect themselves from the COVID-19 pandemic. The scurry to equip those people with the technology needed for them to continue their jobs remotely — and in the case of federal employees, to keep the government running at a time of national emergency — was unprecedented. Government agencies, in particular, had to procure and deploy new IT with a speed they’d never needed before.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Spirit AeroSystems has named Jane Chappell to its board of directors , where she will serve on the corporate governance and nominating committee and the risk committee. Chappell brings to her new role a wealth of experience from the aerospace, defense and intelligence sectors, the aerospace company said Monday.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has awarded 21 companies positions on a follow-on contract for professional, technical and scientific services in the fisheries domain. NOAA competed the ProTech 2.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
According to Mark Hogenmiller , chief transformation officer at Aeyon , keeping up with acquisition policies and cybersecurity demands are the responsibility of everyone on a company’s team. It is only via thorough comprehension and collaborative initiatives that government contracting companies like Aeyon keep their data secure and are able to competitively vie for new awards.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
By Payam Pourkhomami, President & CEO of OSIbeyond We live in an era where the security of the United States extends far beyond the conventional battlefield. Both state and non-state actors are engaged in hybrid warfare tactics that target physical assets and digital infrastructures.
Whistleblower Network News
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
On February 27, the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) issued a $1.5 million whistleblower award to an individual whose disclosure “allowed the OSC to act swiftly to protect investors from harm.” According to the OSC, the whistleblower “was an insider and submitted very specific and discrete non-public information to the OSC that broadened the scope of an existing investigation and contributed to the successful enforcement action.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Jonathan Moak , formerly senior vice president and head of sales at Inkit, has joined New York-based software company UiPath as vice president of federal business. He announced on LinkedIn Friday that he would be taking on the responsibility of leading UiPath's defense sales division.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Executive Mosaic is pleased to induct LMI CEO Doug Wagoner into its 2024 Wash100 list for spearheading the company’s expansion in key markets and realigning LMI’s overall strategy. This marks Wagoner’s fifth time being named to the Wash100 list. Visit Wash100.com to vote for Doug Wagoner and participate in GovCon’s most exciting race: the Wash100 popular vote contest!
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Northrop Grumman has completed the first booster obsolescence and life extension motor segment for NASA's Space Launch System solid rocket booster ahead of its demonstration test set for late 2024. The company said Monday the BOLE adds nearly five metric tons of payload capacity to the next SLS configuration, Block 2, compared to the SLS Block 1B configuration scheduled to fly on Artemis IV.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Jeff Standerski, an industry executive, has been appointed vice president for Mission 24 at RTX (NYSE: RTX) business Raytheon. He disclosed the move in a LinkedIn post published Monday.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Executive Mosaic is excited to recognize Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost , commander of the U.S. Transportation Command , with a 2024 Wash100 Award for her tireless work to advance the nation’s logistics readiness and strengthen partnerships. The esteemed Wash100 Award annually recognizes those with far-reaching influence in the government contracting field.
GovCon Wire
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Tony Frazier, former executive vice president and general manager of public sector earth intelligence at Maxar Technologies (NYSE: MAXR), has been named CEO of LeoLabs, a space visualization company that tracks objects in low Earth orbit.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks said there’s no debating the “why” of zeroing in on AI — because it can give us better decision advantage , especially given our pacing challenge with competitors like China. But at least two key roadblocks are standing in the way of rapid, responsible AI development and advancements for the Pentagon. Stay up to date with the latest AI advancements at the Potomac Officers Club’s 5th Annual AI Summit on March 21.
How to Crack a Nut
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The UK Government’s Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has recently published its Initial Guidance for Regulators on Implementing the UK’s AI Regulatory Principles (Feb 2024) (the ‘AI guidance’). This follows from the Government’s response to the public consultation on its ‘pro-innovation approach’ to AI regulation (see here ).
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Brent Starr , a senior executive with over two decades of experience within the Department of Defense and industry, has been promoted to chief growth officer at TDI Technologies , a Pennsylvania -based research and development and engineering services contractor. He disclosed his promotion in a LinkedIn post published Saturday.
Government Contracts Legal Forum
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Generally, a GAO protest challenging the terms of a solicitation is timely if filed within 10 days after the denial of an agency-level protest, “even if filed after bid opening or the closing time for receipt of proposals.” 4 C.F.R. § 21.2(a)(3). Accordingly, the salient consideration for determining when that 10-day clock begins to run is when the agency denies the agency-level protest.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The Technology Modernization Fund has begun seeking project proposals to support the development and implementation of secure, trustworthy artificial intelligence systems across the federal government. The General Services Administration said TMF is looking for AI projects designed to help federal agencies modernize legacy systems, accelerate mission objectives and enhance service delivery.
Kluwer Arbitration
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
On December 8, 2023, a Permanent Court of Arbitration tribunal composed of José Emilio Nunes Pinto (president), Guido Tawil, and Claus von Wobeser issued its final award in Mota Engil v. Paraguay (the “ State ” or “ MOPC ”) 1) Mota-Engil Ingeniería y Construcción S.A. – Sucursal Paraguay v. Republic of Paraguay – Ministerio de Obras Públicas y Comunicaciones, PCA Case No. 2020-14, Final Award, Dec. 8, 2023 [hereinafter, “Mota Engil v.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The GSMA Mobile World Congress, currently taking place in Barcelona, saw on Feb. 26 the launch of the AI-RAN Alliance. The group, made up of organizations from industry and academia, said Monday that it aims to promote research and innovation that would advance radio access network technology through the incorporation of artificial intelligence. Federal leaders and industry experts will discuss the transformative power of artificial intelligence at the Potomac Officers Club's 5th Annual Art
Kluwer Arbitration
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (“KSA”) has recently embarked on substantial public investment, both domestically and abroad. Major investments made by the Public Investment Fund, and giga-projects such as Neom, Red Sea Global and Diriyah Gate, clearly demonstrate the KSA’s intention to revolutionise its economy. However, often, with big investment comes the potential for big disputes.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
A Sigma Defense business has secured a potential five-year, $59.3 million contract from the U.S. Navy to oversee and manage the development of autonomous systems for the Autonomy Baseline Manager. SOLUTE will also be responsible for an associated central software repository for unmanned autonomy artifacts, processes and procedures, the Department of Defense said Monday.
WashngtonExec
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
CBRE Group, Inc., has completed its acquisition of Arlington Capital Partners-backed J&J Worldwide Services. J&J serves the Defense Department through long-term, fixed-price contracts. It employs over 3,300 people globally, and serves over 250 hospitals, clinics and military installations around the world ⏤ including Brooke Army Medical Center, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and the [.
ExecutiveBiz
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
Cybersecurity experts at ECS pooled their insights on protecting government and commercial assets with intelligence-driven online defense tools. Mark Maglin , vice president of cybersecurity for the company's Department of Defense account, highlighted the importance of knowing an organization's adversary in the same depth of its self-knowledge in order to succeed in intelligence-driven security.
Government Contracts
FEBRUARY 27, 2024
The U.S. Department of Defense on Monday asked a South Carolina federal judge to free it from claims in sprawling multidistrict litigation that its use of forever chemical-containing firefighting foam contaminated drinking water near its facilities.
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