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December 29, 2023
GAS reaches 100B, travelers approve of TSA, DIA speaker series, new NSA and USCYBERCOM leader, USSF ops and training RFI, AF seeks social media monitoring
GovBrew
December 29, 2023
Good morning. Hey there, GovBrewers. Just a heads up – our Monday newsletter is taking a holiday siesta because even witty wordsmiths need a break to contemplate their resolutions (spoiler: it's probably to eat more snacks). We'll be back next week, armed with sarcasm and ready to tackle uncharted GovCon territory of 2024. Cheers to more laughter and fewer typos in the new year!
—The GovBrew Crew
QUICK HITS
New year, same shutdown threats: Congress will start 2024 by staring down the seemingly perpetual possibility of a shutdown.
The guardrails for public sector AI implementation: How low-risk use cases can nurture sustainable AI in government.
There's a whole lotta shakin' goin' on in space: 5 stories among the stars to round out 2023.
3 predictions for government and tech in 2024: From generative AI to securing the presidential election, there's a lot to look forward to.
TRIVIA
DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
DOD announces security assistance package for Ukraine.
The DOD has announced a security assistance package for Ukraine valued at up to $250M. The package includes air defense capabilities, artillery and antitank weapons, and other equipment. The US has already contributed more than $37B in security assistance to Ukraine. Read more
What to watch for in defense networks in 2024.
In the previous year, the Pentagon and military branches have established a groundwork for their future combat strategies. This approach focuses on simplifying digital frameworks and enhancing network connectivity, underpinned by the potential of new and evolving technologies. In line with these objectives, the DOD is preparing for an active and transformative year. Read more
ICYMI:
RFI: USSF seeks operations and training support.
Solicitation: Air Force Academy needs help monitoring social media for misconduct.
USAF doctrine for electromagnetic spectrum operations reflects changing operations.
Beyond the Osprey: DARPA wants a new vertical takeoff X-plane.
Defense Contract Awards
Bechtel books yet another $772M nuclear power plants components contract.
Lockheed wins $107M Navy contract for systems engineering as part of the F-35 NextGen Mission Planning Enterprise Software.
Amentum wins $25M Navy award for training and instruction for the sealift Cargo Offload and Discharge Systems program.
MediWound awarded $6.7M in DOD funding DOD develop its wound care product, NexoBrid.
Follow the Defense Leaders
Former JCS vice chairman elected to Aerospace Corporation's board of trustees.
Air Force taps new Chief Data Officer HAF A1.
Defense Job Openings
The USMC needs an Assistant Director.
Navy is looking for a Deputy Cost Director.
AF/Air Combat Command needs an Acquisition Program Manager.
END OF YEAR RECAP
Most popular GovBrew memes of 2023.
In a world of adulting struggles and eternal Mondays, funny memes are the unsung heroes of our newsletter, injecting doses of humor into the chaos. More than just laughter-inducers, they're the secret handshake of a global club where everyone nods and says, "I get it!" Why do we include them? Because, let's face it, life is a series of awkward moments interrupted by the occasional pizza, and memes are the WD-40 for our rusty gears of reality. Join our meme party – where the only entry fee is a hearty chuckle! 😂
Here are the most popular GovBrew memes of 2023.
INTEL COMMUNITY
DIA announces its January speaker series topic.
The DIA has announced the topic for its Office of Small Business Programs January speaker series session: NSA’s DIB Cybersecurity Services. The January session will occur on 16 January. Read more
DIA optimistic that it can gauge China's "will to fight."
Direct of the DIA, LT. Gen Scott Berrier is confident that his agency can gauge China's 'will to fight' and believes his agency will not fall victim to the same mistakes that allowed the United States to misjudge the military will of allies and adversaries in recent years. Read more
ICYMI:
Meet the Chinese spy agency that wants to challenge the CIA.
Senate votes to confirm new leader of NSA and USCYBERCOM.
Oregon's top FBI agent is departing for a national intelligence role.
NGA seeks Associate General Counsel, Acquisition and Fiscal Law.
CIVILIAN
IRS charts year-long progress in “tech-enabled transformation.”
Love the idea of tax collectors donning a Transformers look? Yeah, me too. But the hot new look—which has cost $60B in investments to build—has helped the IRS go from answering a meager 15% of incoming calls during the 2022 filing season, to answering 87% of calls during this year’s season. Read more
More travelers than ever confident in TSA's passenger experience.
A recent TSA survey of more than 13,000 air travelers across 16 national airports has revealed that 93% of travelers are confident in TSA's ability to keep air travel safe. The survey also revealed that 94% of travelers surveyed expressed confidence in TSA officers’ ability to keep air travel safe. Read more
GSA's FAS reaches first-ever $100 billion status.
For the first time, the GSA's Federal Acquisition Service topped $100B in revenue last fiscal year, $10B more than FAS brought in during fiscal 2022. The FAS' current deputy and soon-to-be acting commissioner said the revenue numbers, however, only tell part of the FAS success story. Read more
ICYMI:
A new national cyber strategy is headlining another busy year.
VA is "committed to resuming the system rollout" for its EHR deployment. And GovBrew looks forward to more meme-inspo!
How to transform your business development offsite to drive more revenue.
Civilian Contracts Awards
Iron Bow secures $1.4B VA connected care contract.
PPD Development, a Thermo Fisher Scientific business, was awarded a $117M BARDA contract for ARDS novel therapeutics.
Cadmus subsidiary Nathan lands spot on potential five-year, $800 million USAID support services IDIQ.
Follow Civilian Leaders
Brian Forsythe is now the DHS Director, Enterprise Technical Engineering Division.
Civilian Job Openings
The VA is looking for a Deputy Network Director.
The DHS/CBP needs an Area Port Director.
The USDA is seeking a Supervisory Wildlife Biologist/State Director.
M&A CORNER
DCS Corporation, Infoscitex complete merger.
DCS Corporation has announced the merger of its subsidiary, Infoscitex into DCS. “The completion of this merger represents an important milestone in our company’s journey,” said DCS CEO Jim Benbow. “This is an exciting next step in the evolution of DCS, further integrating IST’s impressive array of technical capabilities to better serve our customers.“ Read more
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SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
How can government take the lead in acknowledging the coming quantum onslaught?
When it comes to the cyber and tech landscape, a storm is brewing — one known as Q-Day, shorthand for the impending quantum computing era, when the capabilities of quantum computers will render even the most sophisticated encryption algorithms obsolete. In 2024, governments must take the lead in acknowledging and addressing the quantum threat. Read more
What factor is HUD's annual homelessness count missing?
Homelessness is still a major challenge for the country, and record numbers from the most recent point-in-time count underscore just how much work is left to do; one official feels that it's important to not let the snapshot eclipse the strategies and solutions communities are using to significantly reduce homelessness. Read more
Why is 'old-fashioned' AI still a part of the conversation?
It's most likely because, for all the talk you've likely heard about generative AI and its many potential promises and perils, what could be described as "old-fashioned AI" can still get the job done just fine most of the time. Read more
TRIVIA ANSWER: D - 1959 Alaska becomes the 49th state.
All of the events happened on New Year’s Day in their respective years except for the last answer. Alaska became a state on January 3, 1959. (Source 1 | Source 2)
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