May 7, 2025

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• GSA wants to cut out the middle man: Resellers face new challenges as government encourages “direct relationships” with manufacturers.

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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE

Golden Dome missile shield: More satellites, fewer savings?

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) says lower launch costs could cut space-based interceptor (SBI) expenses by 30-40%. But there’s a catch—the Golden Dome missile defense plan may require far more satellites, potentially wiping out those savings. Will the expanded shield be worth the price tag?

RMF framework on the chopping block in DOD INFOSEC shakeup.

DOD is ditching the Risk Management Framework (RMF) for software security, calling it outdated and inefficient. The Acting DOD CIO has launched a 90-day sprint to develop a new framework under the Software Fast Track (SWFT) initiative. Three RFIs have been released, asking vendors for insights about tools, assessments, and automation.

Congress weighs hypersonic weapons—big budget, big questions.

DOD’s hypersonic weapons program is speeding ahead, with a $6.9B research budget request for FY25. But while China and Russia deploy nuclear-capable hypersonics, the U.S. is still testing conventional prototypes. Will Congress greenlight its full-scale development?

ICYMI:

• Space Force seeks faster, more adaptable satellite launch capabilities.

• [Listen] Naval Research Lab’s PROTEUS: AI enhances maritime security ops.

• Raytheon and Nightwing Group fined $8.4M; failure to comply with federal cybersecurity standards led to legal charges.

• NOC completes successful tests of hypersonic navigation technology.

Defense Contract Awards

• Leidos inked a $205M DTRA IT Modernization contract.

• Applied Solutions Logistics won a $114M DLA Warehousing Support contract.

• Lockheed and its major unit secured a $17M Engineering deal.

• Raft booked a USSF OTA API Gateway Program deal.

Follow the Defense Leaders

• Accenture has recruited a new Managing Director.

• Former USAF CDAIO is Concept Plus’ new Strategic Advisor.

Defense Job Openings

• USMC is hiring a Chief Financial Officer.

• USAF is seeking a Inter-Continental Ballistic Missile Infrastructure Director.

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INTEL COMMUNITY

DIU and NORTHCOM tackle counter-drone threats: New tech incoming.

The DIU and NORTHCOM are teaming up to accelerate counter-drone capabilities. Their latest initiative includes a low-cost sensing prize challenge and a new solicitation for drone defeat technologies under the Replicator program.

ICYMI:

• USSOCOM RFI: Market Research for Future SOF SOF GLSS-Type Contract.

• DISA RFI: DOD Mobility Unclassified Capability (DMUC) Device Migration.

• NATO RFI: Enhancements to DACCC and AIRCOM-ASOC.

• DOGE has arrived at the heart of DHS’s biometrics operations.

• Army awarded 8 spots on the $499M Geospatial Systems Services deal.

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CIVILIAN

Budget proposal slashes DOE funding: Billions cut from clean energy.

The WH’s 2026 budget proposal seeks a $19.3B reduction in the DOE's funding, targeting cuts to the IIJA allocations, the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, and the Office of Science, while increasing support for nuclear security initiatives. The WH justifies these cuts by reorienting funding toward early-stage research and technologies that support firm baseload power, such as bioenergy.

US court system eyeing AI use cases for access to justice, cost savings.

The U.S. federal judiciary is exploring AI applications to enhance access and reduce operational costs, with initiatives like AI chatbots to assist the public outside regular hours. Due to the judiciary's decentralized structure, individual courts can pilot AI solutions tailored to their specific needs, allowing for localized innovation.

Just how secure is your DNA data at HHS?

A new GAO report slams the HHS for leaving Americans’ genetic information dangerously exposed to foreign threats that could exploit it to track or manipulate people. Current HHS policies lack comprehensive risk assessments and fail to fully address the national security implications of genomic data collection and sharing.

ICYMI:

• DOT RFI: BTS Analytical Support Services IDIQ.

• New SEC chief reports 15% staff turnover, warns of contract cuts.

• Clearspeed and Carahsoft partner to offer AI-powered voice analytics.

• VA to Oracle: Fix the EHR failures! Secretary demands accountability.

Civilian Contracts Awards

• Bavarian Nordic booked a $143M Smallpox/Mpox contract.

• SPA won a $52M CBP Acquisition Services Support deal.

• Regan Technologies secured a $7M TXCC Center SaaS Tech Support contract.

Follow Civilian Leaders

• SpaceX alum tapped as DOI CIO.

• DOE moves Chief of Staff to top cyber post.

• USPTO’s emerging tech and AI head to leave agency.

• CTG has a new CDO.

Civilian Job Openings

• U.S. Courts wants a Legal Division Deputy Director.

• CBP needs a Program Manager.

M&A CORNER

Allocore completes RiverNorth acquisition.

Allocore has finalized its acquisition of RiverNorth, bolstering its expertise in federal loan, grant, and fraud prevention technology. The deal enhances Allocore’s scale and reach across key agencies, bringing experienced former government executives into the fold.

Anduril will acquire Klas to strengthen tactical compute & communications.

Anduril is set to acquire Klas, a leader in edge computing and tactical communications, expanding its portfolio of autonomous systems and connected warfare solutions. The deal integrates Klas’ rugged Voyager hardware with Anduril’s Lattice software, enhancing mission resilience in extreme environments.

SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿

1. T-Mobile's data breach settlement payments update: Payment checks are rolling out this month! SOURCE↗︎ 

2. U.S. pushes Google ad tech breakup: Judge rules illegal monopoly. SOURCE↗︎

3. India attacks Pakistan, which then shoots down two Indian fighter jets: Two nuclear powers escalate their conflict overnight. SOURCE↗︎

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