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June 28, 2024
AWS $50M GenAI initiative, Background check system revamp, SpaceX wins Deorbit vehicle, DARPA DAIRS RFP, USAF Project Night Owl RFP, DISA automating cyber ops
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June 28, 2024
QUICK HITS
Supreme Court strips SEC of enforcement tool in fraud cases: The decision could have far-reaching effects on other regulatory agencies.
GSA raises VETS2 ceiling to $6.1B: Federal Acquisition Service says the move aligns with the NDAA increase, which raised SDVOSB goals.
Contracts and security practices: How will it change under the Bulk Data Executive Order?
Cost realism protests prevail against higher-priced competitors: A recent GAO protest featuring BAE Systems and Guidehouse.
TRIVIA 🤔
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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
DISA eyes ‘aggressive’ goal of automating 75% of cyber capabilities.
As DISA prepares for the looming threat of China, the agency set an ambitious goal of having 75 percent of its administrative-like cybersecurity capabilities completely automated by AI. Cyber director Hermann explained that DISA is making strides toward this goal by streamlining data into a collective space where it was created, instead of in separate silos. The term for this is “lake architecture.” Read more
DOD chief of records says AI can use 'contextual understanding' to declassify records.
The chief of the records and declassification division at the DOD's WHS, said a research study validated a proof of concept that demonstrates the capability of AI/ML models to manage and declassify records using contextual understanding models. DoD’s declassification study will eventually result in a “playbook” for using technologies to support declassification and record management decisions in government. Read more
DARPA’s newest X-plane receives official designation.
DARPA has assigned the designation XRQ-73 to its Series Hybrid Electric Propulsion Aircraft Demonstration, or SHEPARD, hybrid electric unmanned aircraft system. Read more
ICYMI:
RFP: Air Force released Project Night Owl: Managed Service Provider under AFLCMC Data Operations Commercial Solutions.
RFI: Army is seeking Housing Enterprise System (AHES) Information Technology (IT) services.
The Army wants to work with multiple AI industry partners.
DOD IT leader: China is seeking ways to disrupt daily American life should a conflict erupt.
Defense Contract Awards
Lockheed Martin was awarded a $1.6 billion Navy contract for training and support services related to the F-35 Lightning II JSF Air Systems.
NovaSpark was awarded a DIU Hydrogen Fuel Project deal.
L3Harris bagged a $871M Army Electronic-Time Fuze Supply deal.
WHS awarded Riverside Research Institute a $26.2M Engineering and Technical Support Services contract.
Frontline King George JV received a $124.9M Army Multifunctional Base Operations & Maintenance Support Services contract.
Follow the Defense Leaders
DLA's Deputy CIO appointed DLA chief of staff.
Rear Admiral appointed commander of NAVSEA warfare centers.
DHMS welcomes a new PEO.
CYBERCOM recruits a new CISO.
Capegemini’s former CEO is now STG’s Public Sector CEO.
Defense Job Openings
NAVSEA is seeking a Program Manager.
TRADOC wants a Program Manager.
VIDEO
Does public speaking cause you to quiver in fear? You're not alone - but it's not a good trait to have when briefing policymakers! In this episode offered by the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), you’ll get tips on how to speak in public from DIAloguers, a group that helps DIA officers overcome their glossophobia.
INTEL COMMUNITY
DCSA director vows to revamp government background checks.
DCSA aims to ensure that National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) works to its full potential after initially not reaching its effectiveness goals. NBIS is an information technology system meant to modernize the background investigation process. However, since DCSA took over the system in 2020, they have struggled to get it up and running. Read more | More from DOD
DHS’ CIO is bullish on its Cyber Talent Management System.
The DHS is aiming to expand its Cyber Talent Management System after overcoming 'challenges' related to its rollout, according to DHS' Chief Information Officer. CTMS hasn’t been the immediate shot in the arm some thought it would be, but DHS’s CIO says it’s a key part of the department’s future. Read more
ICYMI:
RFI: DARPA released Defense Applications of Innovative Remote Sensing (DAIRS).
RFP: DHS is looking for Forensics Software Packages B (Master IDIQ).
SOW: DIA seeks support for Line Item Manager Database.
DHS names its new inaugural director, members of AI Corps.
NGA's Open IT Solutions Office has a new deputy director for cyber & enterprise ops.
ODNI needs an IT Project Manager.
DHS is hiring a Regional Director.
ODNI is seeking an IC Senior Procurement Executive.
CIVILIAN
‘Work yet to be done' on AI-ready standards,’ says Commerce’s top data officer.
When talking about a so-called "policy shift" needed across the government on the standard for public data in the AI era, the department’s chief data officer said there’s much that needs to be completed regarding spelling out “standards of what AI-ready data really means.” To that end, the AI and Open Government Data Assets Working Group is soliciting input on potential guidelines for AI-ready government data through a RFI. Comments must be received before July 16. Read more
USSPACECOM observes 'no immediate threats' after Russian satellite breaks up in low orbit.
A Russian satellite in low Earth orbit broke up earlier this week, creating more than 100 pieces of trackable junk and briefly causing ISS crew to take shelter. USSPACECOM said in a statement that it had "observed no immediate threats and is continuing to conduct routine conjunction assessments to support the safety and sustainability of the space domain." Read more
AWS announcing a $50 million Generative AI Impact Initiative for public sector organizations.
The AWS Public Sector Generative AI Impact Initiative is a two-year, $50 million investment designed to help public sector organizations—and those that directly support their technology needs (yes, we’re looking at YOU, GovCon-ers)—to accelerate innovation in support of critical missions using AWS generative AI services and infrastructure. As part of this initiative, AWS is committing up to $50 million in AWS Promotional Credits, training, and technical expertise across generative AI projects. Read more
ICYMI:
NASA launches final spacecraft to join Advanced Weather Satellite Constellation.
NIST seeks public comments on draft implementation roadmap for emerging tech.
DOE unveils second version of reference guide for generative AI.
House appropriators call for more telework reporting requirements.
Civilian Contracts Awards
SpaceX wins $843 NASA Deorbit Vehicle Development deal.
Interos was awarded a GSA Government-Wide Supply Chain Risk Management Platform contract.
Ocean Power Technologies won a Multiple Unmanned Surface Vehicles contract.
DOE awarded a Transportation Tracking & Communications System Technical Support Services deal to the CCS-Ivory Cloud JV.
Follow Civilian Leaders
DOJ OJP has a new Deputy CIO.
Edgewater has tapped its new chief information security officer.
Okta has a new Federal Civilian Agency VP.
Civilian Job Openings
NIH needs an Associate Director for Administration.
OIG USPS is seeking a Research Director.
HRSA wants an Office of Communications Director.
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SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
Digital age war crime prosecutions: How will it be?
SITU Research’s custom platform assisted the International Criminal Court in prosecuting a war crime case for the first time. Will this mark the start of a big change in how the justice system will operate internationally? Read more
Photovoltaic ceramic: Is it more powerful than solar panels?
While solar panels are often associated with "free electricity," it seems that it will not be the go-to product for domestic-self consumption in the future. Being able to produce 1,000 times more energy, photovoltaic ceramics may be the better choice. How does it work? Read more
Gut Inflammation: Is it linked to Alzheimer’s and aging?
Alzheimer's has been linked to gut problems…again. Researchers are making progress in figuring out the pieces of the puzzle, revealing another connection between our gut health and brain function. Read more
TRIVIA ANSWER ⭐️
The 2016 Presidential debate between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. — According to Nielsen Media Research, 84 million Americans tuned in on September 26, 2016 to watch Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump square off in their first debate. The tally didn't even include those who watched on the internet, mobile devices or on C-Span, none of which were rated by Nielsen. The 2016 numbers exceeded the previous debate audience record of 80.6 million set in 1980 when President Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan debated for the first and only time. The third-most watched presidential debate was the September 29, 2020 event between Joseph Biden and Donald Trump, drawing 73 million viewers. (Source)
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