Modernization
GSA wants telecom expense management providers
The agency is surveying the market as part of a strategic sourcing initiative.
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ITAA: Raise SBA size limits
The Information Technology Association of America has asked the Small Business Administration to restructure its size standards to reflect today’s small businesses.
Modernization
UPDATED: DISA to extend Verizon contract
The company provides bandwidth management for DISA's specialized network.
Modernization
FIPS policy creates Catch-22
Many commercial virus products can’t meet the 140-2 standard.
People
Politics changes A-76 landscape
Congress uses its power to intercede in public/private job competitions.
People
Small businesses wait for DOD dollars
GAO finds that late payments are more the rule than the exception.
People
Do Alaskan companies freeze out competitors?
Congress hears complaints, defense of ANC advantages.
People
Intercepts
DISA HQ loves its AC; Big bucks for the little guys; Big bucks for the big guys; Marine smarts finally recognized; Electronic DD214s?
Acquisition
Kelman: Contracting is a balancing act
Many people misunderstand the true nature of government/vendor relationships
Acquisition
Editorial: Doan’s early mark
Lurita Doan has served as GSA's administrator for only a few weeks, but there are a number of positive signs.
People
ITES-2S sequel features same cast of contractors
After a protest derailed original awards in April, Army chooses the same 11 companies to provide IT services.
People
ITAA: Improve background checks
The House Government Reform Committee is examining procedures for vetting applicants with foreign ties.
People
Emergency provisions added to FAR
The acquisition regulations now includes emergency procurement information in a single source to help agencies effectively respond to emergencies.
Acquisition
NOAA acquisition needs stronger oversight
GAO finds that the agency has improved acquisition oversight after a 2005 reorganization, but it still needs to make further refinements.
People
GSA names new citizen services head
David Bethel takes over for M.J. Pizzella, who left the agency last month.
People
Negroponte: Intell info-sharing plan due this month
The director of national intelligence also praised his office for taking other steps to improve information sharing.
People
DHS: EAGLE will solidify standards
Awarding of IDIQ contracts could signal a new phase in evolution of IT at DHS.
People
Web extra: The office
GSA offers its administrator one of the largest executive offices in the federal government.
People