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June 12, 2024
CACI wins $2B NASA IT contract, Booz Allen buys PAR, 3D audio phonecalls, new GSA common forms, ONCD Harmonization RFI responses summary, DISA RFI
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June 12, 2024
QUICK HITS
In the present and the future: One IT advisor explains AI’s role in making a more efficient government.
GovCon talk: How the Chinese semiconductor ban will affect defense contractors.
IT priorities for FY 2024: Check out the Civilian Sector’s “want” list.
USDS names a winner for the Tech Hiring Professional Training and Development Program challenge: It’s Mediabarn Inc.
Are you a contractor that’s ready to mingle? Get ready for this “SUMMER Soiree Networking Event.”
DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
Billion dollar military SATCOM programs have a new problem: Direct-to-cell satellite tech.
The USSF is monitoring the progress of commercial satellite communication services that enable smartphones to connect with satellites. The USSF views this technology as a problem because of its potential to disrupt existing military narrowband satellite communication systems. Read more
DOD wants an industry partner for its AI overhaul.
DOD’s CDAO has initiated an open call for an industry partner to enhance the agency's AI governance. They seek a partner who can examine those presiding over the AI mechanisms within the DOD and identify the people suitable for it. Read more | Go right to the Open Call
Space Force aims to increase competition for its launch business.
Over the last few years, the payload rockets that the military launched only held the logos of two companies: United Launch Alliance and SpaceX. Smaller and emerging entities faced challenges in competing for missions due to the absence of opportunities. The Space force wants to change that. Read more
Related: For the space industry, real estate is a launch pad.
ICYMI:
RFI: DISA wants data on a situational awareness visualization tool.
NIPRGPT: The new generative AI program of the Air Force. New acronym alert, worth noting!
The US turns to Japan for a weapons production boost.
The U.S. military will unveil a new unmanned aircraft for vertical take-off and landing operations: ANCILLARY.
Defense Contract Awards
RTX won a $677M USN Spy-6 Radar contract.
Koniag Data Solutions was awarded a $27M CMH IT Services deal.
Sintavia will develop 3D printed Hypersonic Propulsion Systems for the DOD.
CACI won a $450M USAF Research & Development Support Services deal.
Follow the Defense Leaders
USAF’s Major General was selected to be DIU’s Military Deputy.
DOD has a new ESC Deputy Director.
USMC is about to get a new Deputy Commandant for Information.
Chugach Government Solutions has chosen a new Strategy and Operations VP.
Defense Job Openings
DTRA wants a Nuclear Enterprise Deputy Director.
DHRA needs an Enterprise Solutions and Integrations Director.
IMCOM is seeking an Operations Plans and Training Director.
Army National Guard Units is hiring a Program Manager.
INTEL COMMUNITY
The State Department’s INR talks about being competitive in the realm of digital innovation.
DOS’s Bureau of Intelligence and Research emphasizes the need to enhance cybersecurity, modernize the network, and remain competitive in the field of emerging technologies. Learn more about “Digital Transformation for Modern Diplomacy” from their CIO. Listen here
ICYMI:
ONCD has released a summary of responses to its 2023 Cybersecurity Regulatory Harmonization RFI.
Court rules for DHS employees alleging their division was disbanded in retaliation to their whistleblowing.
INR Director will take over the U.S. Counterterrorism Chief position.
ODNI wants a Special Security Directorate Deputy Assistant Director.
ODNI is hiring a Division Chief.
ODNI is looking for an Acquisition, Resources, and Planning Chief.
CIVILIAN
The GSA will begin collecting common forms for new software contracts.
In alignment with the 2022 Office of Management and Budget software supply chain security memo, the GSA will be gathering standard forms for new software contracts from providers and contractors. The step to secure the software acquisition process has begun. Read more
State Department’s R&D approach confuses federal contractors.
Federal services contractors are indeed puzzled by a recent DOS strategy. The department seeks to sponsor three federally funded R&D centers, but the proposed focus areas—such as operational support, emerging threats, and IT—are areas that industry and government can already address effectively. The situation is indeed a head scratcher, don’t you think? Read more
IRS defends use of biometric verification for online FOIA filers.
A few years ago, the IRS quietly began directing people filing public records requests through its online portal to register for ID.me. The IRS’s decision to use a website that uses facial verification technology is raising some advocates’ eyebrows. The IRS defended its use of ID.me, noting the other ways people can file FOIA requests and that the tool is only required of those seeking to interact with their public records electronically. Read more
ICYMI:
DOE allotted $180M for Fusion Energy Development.
Fed agencies turn to dozens of tools to improve network visibility.
USAID meets Open AI head of global affairs.
NOAA wants feedback on Microwave Sounder Pilot Study Draft Statement of Work.
Civilian Contracts Awards
CACI got a $2B NASA IT Support and Platform Services contract.
Deloitte won a $63M HHS CMS Innovation Center Model Operations and Transformation Support deal.
Allegheny Science & Technology nabs NIST CHIPS CRDO BPA.
Accenture wins $170M TSA Agile Applications Dev contract.
Follow Civilian Leaders
VA has chosen former Oracle Chief of Staff as Acting Deputy CDHO.
QinetiQ has a new Marketing and Communications VP.
Concept Plus adds two to their leadership team.
Former SAIC SP Business Development is now Pyramid Systems’ Client Account Delivery VP.
Civilian Job Openings
HHS wants an Office of Acquisition Logistics Management Director.
DOJ needs an OPDAT Director.
HUD is seeking a Community Planning & Development Director.
DOC is hiring a Southeast Regional Office Director.
M&A CORNER
Booz Allen Hamilton has completed the acquisition of PAR.
Booz Allen has acquired PAR Technology Corporation subsidiary, PAR Government Systems Corporation. The acquisition will merge BAH's digital battlespace solutions with PGSC's tech to amp up its front-line warfighter technologies. Read more
NP Aerospace buys Jankel Armouring assets.
NP Aerospace has acquired some of Jankel Armouring Limited’s assets in administration. The company now has control over patents and inventory, and intellectual property. They also have the right to transfer and novate existing contracts. Read more
Clarity merges with Chameleon Consulting Group.
Chameleon Consulting Group has merged with Clarity Innovations to form a cyberspace operations company. The entity aims to provide their customers with better tools and solutions to deal with with cyber, data, and system transformation problems. The merged entity will keep the Clarity name. Read more
SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
What is the leading cause of death among U.S. soldiers?
What is the primary reason for death among our soldiers? Some would believe that most die in war, but a five-year study by the Pentagon unveils that fighting enemies in combat is not on the top of the list. So, what is? Read more
The world’s first “immersive” phone call has been made. Did it live up to the promise of a three-dimensional sound?
Smartphone calls use monophonic audio, which compresses sound elements, resulting in a flatter and less detailed experience. However, emerging technology promises 3D audio, allowing callers to hear everything as if they were physically present with the person they're talking to. Nokia CEO Pekka Lundmark made the first "immersive" call. Did it meet his expectations? Read more
Apple’s next bright idea: Smart home robots.
Apple has generated a lot of excitement with its new iPhone features—but they have another significant project in the works: a humanoid robot that could revolutionize the way humans do household tasks. The big question is, how long will it take for the company to release a prototype? Read more
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