Modernization
Networx info requests coming soon
The Federal Technology Service plans to issue a formal request for information within the next 10 days.
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DOT inspector slams terminal system
The inspector general criticized the FAA's Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System for delays and cost overruns.
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Chenega wins $500 million Customs contract
The company will maintain and repair inspection devices at U.S. ports.
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GAO sees flaws in Defense service acquisition
The military lacks the management structure and oversight needed in service acquisition to improve performance and reduce costs, GAO investigators said.
Acquisition
BearingPoint wins smart card deal
The General Services Administration has picked BearingPoint Inc. to provide 14,000 smart identification cards for GSA employees.
Acquisition
Companies angle for GSA schedules
Use of schedule contracts becomes a strategic decision for a new crop of vendors
Acquisition
CDW buys Micro Warehouse assets
The commercial and government businesses of Micro Warehouse sold for $22 million.
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GAO questions Forest Service purchases
Improper supervision of the Forest Service's purchase card program likely led to about $2.7 million in wasteful and questionable purchases, the GAO said.
Acquisition
EDS protests e-Travel award
The systems integrator says it wasn't judged fairly when GSA evaluated bidders for the $450 million deal.
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Styles leaving procurement office
Controversial OFPP administrator Angela Styles will leave that post Sept. 15.
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Nader pushes for contract info online
Ralph Nader thinks the government should publish federal contracts electronically for public purview.
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Agency system tracks contractor performance
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is keeping watch on contractors' performance using a new system
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Collins to question TSP
Sen. Susan Collins plans to hold a hearing on TSP's failed contract with American Management Systems Inc.
Acquisition
Integrators still essential
No matter what innovative technologies or market approaches small companies may invent, partnerships with integrators remain critical
Acquisition
GSA sked hits new high with PC buys
More than half of federal computer hardware sales now go through the Federal Supply Schedule
Acquisition
GAO: Feds must get more competitive bids
Agencies don't always get enough bidders for contracts, according to a General Accounting Office report.
Acquisition
GSA unit slammed on IT funds
Companies hired by support center diverted technology funds to not IT work
Acquisition
Small biz gets creative
No matter what innovative technologies or market approaches small companies may invent, partnerships with integrators remain critical
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