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The Pentagon is asking for a 188% increase in missile procurement funding, betting that industry can rapidly scale production amid global demand. Defense officials say the investment is necessary to rebuild inventories and deter adversaries. The open question: can suppliers ramp up fast enough without breaking the supply chain—or the budget?

The Navy has decided to inactivate the USS Boise, ending plans to overhaul the aging attack submarine after years of delays and escalating costs. Officials say about $800 million has already been spent, with nearly $2 billion more required to complete repairs. Resources will now be redirected toward newer submarine programs, underscoring tough trade-offs in fleet sustainment decisions.

The USSF is close to locking down how it organizes and manages its acquisition portfolio. Officials say a finalized structure should be in place within two months, aiming to clarify oversight, align programs, and improve execution. For industry, fewer question marks, and hopefully fewer chart revisions, may soon be ahead.

GAO. Navy Contracting: Sea Systems Command Actively Manages Labor Cost Increases for Professional Support Services. GAO-26-107889. April 14, 2026.

A new analysis warns that Iran is stepping up efforts to degrade and manipulate geospatial intelligence through cyber, disinformation, and technical means. The report highlights growing risks to satellite imagery and location-based data relied on by militaries and governments. For contractors, protecting the integrity of GEOINT may be just as critical as collecting it.

USSPACECOM is advancing a new warfighting model that relies on maneuverable satellites capable of repositioning in orbit to stay resilient and maintain mission effectiveness. The approach reflects a shift toward more dynamic space operations, as the military prepares for increasingly contested conditions in orbit.

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The GSA is turning to automation and AI to offset the loss of nearly 40% of its workforce, aiming to reclaim up to a million work hours. The push highlights how agencies are increasingly relying on technology to maintain operations amid staffing cuts and workforce challenges.

The Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation to reauthorize the National Quantum Initiative, adopting seven amendments in the process. The bill would extend federal quantum programs while adding new provisions on workforce development, interagency coordination, and supply chain resilience, signaling sustained congressional interest in maintaining U.S. leadership in quantum technologies.

GSA is retooling its OneGov deals to emphasize long-term, scalable programs rather than isolated procurements. Officials say the approach is meant to reduce duplication, improve pricing consistency, and streamline access for agencies. For contractors, success may depend on positioning for sustained government-wide demand rather than single awards.

Amazon’s $11.6B acquisition of Globalstar significantly expands its LEO satellite capabilities while securing continuity for Apple’s iPhone satellite services. The deal strengthens Amazon Leo’s direct-to-device ambitions, locks in valuable spectrum assets, and signals increased competition in space-based connectivity with implications for government and commercial markets alike.

Fortreum announced the acquisition of Kovr.AI to strengthen its cybersecurity compliance and audit readiness platform. The move is intended to enhance AI-driven automation, improve audit quality, and support continuous compliance. For government agencies and contractors, the deal reflects growing demand for scalable, trustworthy compliance solutions.

BOOST LLC, a provider of back-office and compliance support services to the government contracting community, announced the acquisition of Rimstorm, a managed security service provider (MSSP) enabling DIB contractors to achieve CMMC Level 2 compliance. BOOST, which is backed by The Brydon Group, will operate Rimstorm as a wholly owned subsidiary.

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