February 7, 2025

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• False Claim Act statistics released: In light of the nearly $3B in settlements in 2024, DOJ plans to ramp up government contracts enforcement.

• Building a business capture or proposal team: A good team has (at least) 5 specialists and should leverage a range of existing resources.

• [Watch] AFCEA West: NAVWAR’s approach to tech modernization.

• In case you wanted that free vacay: “Deferred resignation” is now on hold.

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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE

USAF boosts sixth-gen fighter engine development.

The USAF is ramping up its efforts on sixth-gen fighter engines by tripling funding, doling out $3.5B in contracts to GE and Pratt & Whitney. The Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion (NGAP) program aims to revolutionize air combat capabilities. Read more

POTUS eyes allies for Navy shipbuilding to counter China's power.

POTUS is considering outsourcing U.S. Navy shipbuilding to allies in an effort to balance maritime power with China. This initiative has garnered significant goodwill in the Indo-Pacific shipbuilding sectors, especially in Japan and South Korea. How does HII, with its poor earnings call this week, feel about that? Read more

Pentagon skeptical of Dark Eagle Missile's lethality.

DOD has raised concerns about the lethality of the Army's new Dark Eagle hypersonic missile system. The latest report by the DOT&E cites insufficient test data and unresolved launcher issues as major setbacks. This could impact the Army's plans for deploying the missile system. Read more

ICYMI:

• USAF Sources Sought: LADO Software Follow-on.

• Google renounces pledge to refrain from military AI use.

• Space Systems Command, Japan partner on first joint space mission.

• DARPA wants feedback on "Formal Methods to Deliver Resilient Systems.”

• Army offers a Leader’s Guide to Equipment Fielding.

Defense Contract Awards

• Traverse Aero booked a $75M USAF Orca Hybrid eVTOL Cargo Drone deal.

• MtronPTI won a DOD RRFF contract worth over $10M.

• Definitive Logic secured a $21M PBES System Integrator Modernization deal.

• BigBear.AI won a DOD Near-peer Adversary Geopolitical Risk contract.

Follow the Defense Leaders

• ManTech welcomed its new Technical Executive Director.

Defense Job Openings

• DCSA is seeking a Deputy Assistant Director.

• DCMA needs a Program Manager.

TRIVIA 🤔

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INTEL COMMUNITY

SOCOM seeks forensics tech to analyze battlefield data fast.

SOCOM is searching for cutting-edge forensic tech to quickly extract intelligence from drones, smartphones, and other digital media in the field. The mission is clear—faster, more efficient data exploitation to support real-time operations. Read more

ICYMI:

• DARPA RFP: Kallisti (an “algorithmic theory of mind”).

• DHS RFI: Content Asset Management Portal Support.

• CIA knowingly sent an unclassified email with some employee names to WH.

• Cybersecurity issues: Plaintiffs seek TRO in OPM email server lawsuit.

• Ex-officials say the government buyouts threaten national security. Buyouts are now offered to CISA staff as well as DIA, NGA.

• DHS welcomes back a cybersecurity leader to be a Senior Advisor at CISA.

VIDEO

During an August meeting at West Point, Elon Musk explores the intersection of advanced technology and modern warfare, focusing on the role of AI and drones in transforming the battlefield.

CIVILIAN

The White House seeks industry feedback on AI action plan.

POTUS is inviting industry feedback on its proposed AI action plan. The goal is to shape national AI policy by gathering insights from private-sector experts on fostering innovation while ensuring responsible development. Read more

Tricare contractor woes leave beneficiaries scrambling for care.

Tricare beneficiaries in the western U.S. are facing major disruptions as a new contractor struggles with the transition. Dropped providers, denied claims, and long wait times have left many scrambling for care. The Pentagon acknowledges the issues and is working on fixes, but relief isn’t immediate. Read more

DOJ launches task force to tackle government contract fraud.

The DOJ is turning up the heat on government contract fraud with a new task force. Named the Supply Chain Oversight and Procurement Enforcement (SCOPE) Task Force, the group will support DHS’s Government Supply Chain Investigations Unit (GSCIU), which investigates procurement and government contract fraud. Read more

ICYMI:

• VA RFI: Artificial Intelligence Assisted Procurement Tools (AIAPT).

• DOI RFI: ONRR IT Modernization Integrator Support.

• DOS RFI: Customizable Virtual Machine and Cloud Computing Platform.

• VA’s new EHR is not accessibility compliant.

Civilian Contracts Awards

• Terrestris won a $659M IRS IRA NH DMPG Training & Development deal.

• Dynanet booked a $115M NIH Enterprise System Support Services deal.

• Koniag Data Solutions inked a $25M USDA OCIO Network Voice Engineering and Security Services contract.

• Sev1Tech was awarded a $23M CISA CEEOSS contract.

Follow Civilian Leaders

• OMB has a new leader after Dems stage a 30 hour floor fight.

• CISA has selected a new Senior Advisor.

• SSA names a new CIO.

Civilian Job Openings

• TSA is seeking an Assistant Federal Security Director.

• FAA is hiring a Fleet Training Program Manager.

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M&A CORNER

AttackIQ expands cyber tools with DeepSurface acquisition.

AttackIQ is beefing up its cybersecurity game by acquiring DeepSurface, aiming to enhance its Adversarial Exposure Validation (AEV) solutions. The deal adds risk-based vulnerability management to its arsenal, helping organizations stay ahead of cyber threats. Read more

Cisco acquires Booz Allen’s SnapAttack to boost cyber capabilities.

Cisco is expanding its cybersecurity arsenal with the acquisition of a Booz Allen tech spinout specializing in AI-driven cyber defense. The deal strengthens Cisco’s security offerings at a time when government and enterprise networks face evolving threats. Read more

ICYMI:

• Honeywell to break into three companies.

SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿

1. DOGE has been granted entry into Medicare and Medicaid systems. They were allowed a “read only” access according to WSJ. SOURCE↗︎ 

2. How do you play the Super Bowl squares game? Football novices and experts can play in a squares pool, making it a great game for your super bowl party. SOURCE↗︎

3. Why were US F-16 Fighting Falcons deployed to Greenland? Was it really to deter Russian military activity? SOURCE↗︎

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TRIVIA ANSWER ⭐️

D. Ronald Reagan — Reagan cut an estimated 63,000 jobs in his first 12 months in office; GHW Bush cut about 25,000 jobs; Clinton cut about 62,000 jobs; GW Bush gained 20,000 jobs, and Trump cut about 13,000 jobs during his first term as President. (Source)