Acquisition
Gulf Coast businesses get boost from GSA
A new directive streamlines the process for awarding recovery contracts to local small businesses in the area Hurricane Katrina devastated two years ago.
People
28 NASA scientists sue over HSPD-12 checks
They filed a class-action lawsuit against the directive, which they say violates their privacy rights.
Digital Government
Phishers access USAJobs site; Effect 'slight,' officials say
The Office of Personnel Management said phishing e-mailers used malicious software to obtain unauthorized access to a USAJobs resume database, and about 146,000 subscribers were affected.
Acquisition
Alaska native awards will count toward small-biz goals
A size rule change will let prime contractors count subcontracts to such firms as small-business and small disadvantaged business awards "even where the ANC or Indian tribe may be 'other than small'" under SBA regulations.
People
IG: GSA could fall short on HSPD-12
As the General Services Administration works with other agencies to meet an October implementation deadline, it runs the risk of missing the mark itself.
People
GSA seeks approaches for financial management systems
The agency released an RFI seeking information to develop testing and evaluation strategies related to selecting commercial shared-service providers.
Acquisition
FAA awards ITT $1B NextGen air traffic contract
The company will build an air traffic surveillance system that FAA hopes will reduce flight delays and enhance safety as the skies get more crowded.
People
Management changes under way for DOD modeling and simulation
Deputy Defense Secretary Gordon England wants to create a panel to oversee departmentwide efforts.
Acquisition