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November 27, 2024
$15B DOD AI RFP, Unanet buys GovPro AI, Hypersonics 2.0, DOD AAMAC RFP, CACI VP, NSA new cyber guidelines, BlueHalo buys VideoRay
GovBrew
November 27, 2024
Good morning. In honor of Thanksgiving, we’re giving our team a break (and an extra helping of pie). There will be no GovBrew newsletter this Friday, November 29th—but don’t worry, we’ll be back on Monday, December 2nd, serving up all the GovCon news you crave!
—The GovBrew Crew
QUICK HITS
Secure information sharing: How the DOD and its partners manage it.
Pentagon unveils first draft of its largest AI contract: It’s worth up to $15B.
ADP Industry Day is cancelled: Scheduled for Dec 5; Army needs more time.
Your guide to GSA FEDSIM single award IDIQs: A look at incumbent wins.
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DEFENSE & AEROSPACE
Pentagon focuses on industrial base challenges impacting satellite programs.
Initially thought to be pandemic-related, supply chain issues are uncovering deeper vulnerabilities in the U.S. defense industrial base. Efforts are underway to bolster manufacturing capabilities, including pushing non-traditional providers to help scale production. Read more
USAF seeks backup for GPS amid rising EW threats.
With adversaries jamming signals and targeting satellites, the Air Force has launched an alt-PNT project to develop resilient positioning, navigation, and timing systems, including satellites in varied orbits. In September, four companies were selected to compete to develop Resilient GPS solutions. Under this endeavor, the US Space Force intends to launch eight small satellites by 2028. Read more
Hypersonics: DOD aims for speed and strategy.
In the coming years, the Joint Requirements Oversight Council aims to advance hypersonic weapons development through the next stages, termed "hypersonics 2.0" and "hypersonics 3.0," focusing on refining joint operational concepts and integration strategies. Read more
ICYMI:
RFP: DOD issues Advancing Artificial Intelligence Multiple Award Contract (AAMAC) Draft RFP.
The USSF's acquisition strategy for CASR.
Lockheed trials AI-human collaboration in simulated mission; also, AI-driven aircraft poised to revolutionize USAF operations .
USN: Tackling workforce shortages within the Military Sealift Command.
Bombardier Defense has delivered its first Global 6500 aircraft to the HADES program.
Defense Contract Awards
BAE Systems scored a $212M USS Green Bay Maintenance, Modernization and Repair contract.
AWS won a $158M ARMY Cloud Computer and Storage Services deal.
BAH secured a $9.8M USFFC DMO Support deal.
Nominal won an USAF Hypersonic Systems Development Enhancement AFWERX SBIR Ph2 contract.
Follow the Defense Leaders
Applied Energetics has chosen a new President, CEO.
Leidos welcomed a new Technology Capability & Service Delivery VP.
Defense Job Openings
DARPA is seeking a Contract Specialist.
NDU is hiring a Chief of Staff.
FROM THE CREW
INTEL COMMUNITY
ICYMI:
Pre-solicitation: USSOCOM NEXT-P-II.
NGA has opened the application for its DOD SMART SEED grant.
USAF IC has a new CDO.
ODNI is looking for a Data Partnerships Officer.
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CIVILIAN
NSA issues new cybersecurity guidelines for operational technology.
The NSA, alongside international partners, has published new guidance aimed at securing operational technology (OT) in sectors like transportation. With threats ranging from hackers targeting critical control units in trucks to systemic supply chain disruptions, the principles outlined emphasize safety, OT data protection, and the importance of segmenting OT from other networks. Read more
Report highlights gaps in HHS enforcement of health data privacy.
The HHS OIG is urging the Office for Civil Rights to strengthen its HIPAA compliance audit program. Recommendations include enhanced oversight to protect sensitive healthcare data. OCR agrees—but implementation remains a work in progress. Successive OCR Directors have faced funding challenges, with budgets remaining stagnant while their responsibilities and workload have significantly expanded. Read more
Commerce expands CHIPS awards to strengthen semiconductor supply chain.
The Department of Commerce is ramping up CHIPS Act funding, approving multiple awards to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing and proposing new deals to enhance supply chain resilience. With billions at stake, this initiative is key to reducing reliance on foreign sources and securing U.S. tech leadership. Read more
ICYMI:
Sources Sought: USAID Acquisition & Assistance Support Services.
NASA's Dragonfly helicopter is set to hitch a ride aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. It will head towards Saturn's Titan.
Civilian Contracts Awards
Follow Civilian Leaders
Civilian Job Openings
DHS wants an IT Project Manager.
DOS needs a Supervisory Program Manager.
M&A CORNER
BlueHalo expands into maritime defense with VideoRay acquisition.
BlueHalo has acquired VideoRay, adding unmanned maritime systems to its arsenal of all-domain defense technologies. This move strengthens BlueHalo's position in supporting national security with integrated solutions across land, air, sea, and space. Read more
Unanet acquires GovPro AI for enhanced GovCon business tools.
Unanet has acquired GovPro AI, boosting its support for government contractors with AI-driven tools designed to improve business-winning strategies. By integrating GovPro AI’s innovative capabilities, Unanet aims to empower GovCons with smarter decision-making and streamlined proposal management processes. Read more
SHOWER THOUGHTS 🚿
We can talk to whales? AI made a 20 minute conversation possible. SOURCE↗︎
“We didn’t know what it was at first.” NASA aircraft uncovers site of secret Cold War nuclear missile tunnels under Greenland ice sheet. SOURCE↗︎
The first underwater hypersonic weapon boron ramjet was tested. It’s said to be 90% efficient. SOURCE↗︎
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