Digital Government

Bid protests reach 10-year high

Figures indicate agencies are reaching more voluntary accords with unhappy contractors, taking the cases off GAO's plate.

Digital Government

Obama's choice of a budget chief garners praise

The veteran analyst will know where to find and how to eliminate programs that don't work, president-elect says.

Digital Government

Some aspects of Bush management agenda could endure

The financial management, e-government and human capital initiatives are likely to live on; program assessments are headed for an overhaul, and competitive sourcing is in peril.

Digital Government

Next special counsel faces an uphill battle

Successor to Scott Bloch will need to restore trust, both within OSC and across the federal workforce.

Digital Government

White House forces OSC chief out

Scott Bloch will remain on administrative leave through early December, when his term is up.

Digital Government

Growth in technology spending is expected to continue

Economic bailout notwithstanding, market research firm projects an increase in IT contracting prospects.

Digital Government

Defense bill includes major contracting reforms

Measure headed to President Bush's desk would increase transparency and competition.

Digital Government

Panel explores potential bias against minority contractors

Researcher suggests updating and fine-tuning limits on the personal net worth of business owners participating in two federal programs.

Digital Government

House panel probes failed Homeland Security contracts

Democrats say taxpayers footed a $15 billion bill for poorly managed acquisitions.

Digital Government

Senate panel to hear from auditors at troubled Defense agency

Session will focus on allegations that DCAA relies too heavily on arbitrary job performance metrics.

Digital Government

IG questions appearance of bias in selection of DHS projects

Report finds no wrongdoing, but concludes that the science and technology directorate lacks a clear system for documenting why certain projects are chosen.

Digital Government

Rule change to provide vets more contracting opportunities

Proposed regulation would allow VA to restrict contracts for veteran-owned and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses.

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Civilian contractors finding themselves in congressional crosshairs

Stepped-up congressional oversight and the upcoming transition have created a hectic time for civilian contracting offices.

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Prime time for E-Verify

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Digital Government

Grades on management score card fall

Human capital and e-government ratings take a hit, but OMB notes that many agencies still are showing progress.

Digital Government

Competition in contracting remains steady

Energy ranks first in fostering competition; Veterans Affairs comes in last.