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Federal agencies get ‘shopper’s guide’ to aid purchases of 5G

Some 90% of federal agencies are planning to adopt 5G, according to a 2022 study by General Dynamics Information Technology.

2 days ago

Pentagon urged to use federal workforce instead of contractors

The commercial industrial base builds the systems and equipment, and the department ensures those systems are maintained and operational.

3 days ago

Regulations

Canada moves ahead on Boeing spy plane over Bombardier objections

The P-8A Poseidon is the sole available aircraft that conforms to all operational requirements outlined in the Canadian Multi-Mission Aircraft project.

Congress lays groundwork for AUKUS export control reform

The White House and Congress are pushing for U.S. export control reforms in order to implement AUKUS cooperation on hypersonics, AI and quantum technology.

10 days ago

US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran’s drone procurement network

Four firms allegedly bought equipment, including European-made engines, for the country's drone program.

10 days ago

Automation helps US Forest Service speed procurement in fighting fires

The Forest Service brought its backlog up to date and established a Center of Excellence to tackle and automate other work.

11 days ago

The TikTok app is displayed on an Apple iPhone in August 2020.

TikTok dismisses report of Biden call for Chinese owners to sell

Late last month, the White House gave all federal agencies 30 days to wipe TikTok off all government devices.

2 weeks ago

Retired Navy captain sentenced for role in ‘Fat Leonard’ scandal

A federal judge sentenced Jesus V. Cantu to 30 months behind bars.

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The 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing configured six F-15E Strike Eagles to carry extra bombs to bare-base locations, taking off from an undisclosed location April 25, 2021. This new configuration is allowing the Air Force to increase combat capabilities by carrying more munitions than the Strike Eagle can use on one mission to a forward operating base. (U.S. Air Force)

Pentagon budget aims to max munitions production, make multiyear buys

Pentagon officials say they will maximize production lines for top priority munitions as part of its $170 billion procurement budget proposal for FY24.

3 weeks ago

Biden seeks 5.2% pay hike for federal workers

If approved, the pay boost would be the largest increase in nearly four decades.

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Space Force offers launch pads to companies as commercial demand soars

The service will allocate launch pads to ABL Space, Stoke Space, Phantom Space and Vaya Space.

3 weeks ago

Which fighter jet is best for Ukraine as it fights off Russia?

Ukraine and its supporters say Western fighter jets are necessary to tip the balance in Ukraine’s favor, while allowing for close air support.

4 weeks ago

Big AUKUS news coming, but Hill and allies see tech sharing snags

Britain and Australia fear that their nuclear-submarine and technology pact with the United States could be hindered by Washington's export bureaucracy.

4 weeks ago

Oshkosh files protest over Army’s light tactical vehicle award

After the U.S. Army awarded AM General a contract to build Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, incumbent Oshkosh is taking its concerns to the GAO.

4 weeks ago

The American and Chinese flags wave at Genting Snow Park ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics, Feb. 2, 2022, in Zhangjiakou, China.

Biden expected to tighten rules on US investment in China

China this past week blasted the new House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party after it held its first hearing on countering Beijing

4 weeks ago

Army to seek multiyear munitions buys in next budget

The U.S. Army’s 2024 budget request to Congress will seek more authority to buy munitions in bulk over multiple years.

4 weeks ago

House bill challenges Biden order on project labor agreements

A PLA sets the terms and conditions for work on a specific federally funded construction contract — and they've been hotly contested.

5 weeks ago

Benefeds contractor pays $3.1M in back wages, benefits to employees

The company contracts with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to power the government’s online benefits marketplace.

5 weeks ago

Industry group unveils cyber vetting process for non-military drones

Green UAS builds on a DIU program called Blue UAS, which established a streamlined process for DoD to certify U.S.-made drones for military use.

5 weeks ago

Pentagon small business chief presses to revive innovation fund

The number of small business participating in the American defense-industrial base declined by more than 40% in the past decade.

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Regulations

Stay up to date on the latest federal laws regulating how contractors work with the government.

Some 90% of federal agencies are planning to adopt 5G, according to a 2022 study by General Dynamics Information Technology.

The commercial industrial base builds the systems and equipment, and the department ensures those systems are maintained and operational.

The P-8A Poseidon is the sole available aircraft that conforms to all operational requirements outlined in the Canadian Multi-Mission Aircraft project.

The White House and Congress are pushing for U.S. export control reforms in order to implement AUKUS cooperation on hypersonics, AI and quantum technology.

Four firms allegedly bought equipment, including European-made engines, for the country's drone program.

The Forest Service brought its backlog up to date and established a Center of Excellence to tackle and automate other work.

Late last month, the White House gave all federal agencies 30 days to wipe TikTok off all government devices.

A federal judge sentenced Jesus V. Cantu to 30 months behind bars.

Pentagon officials say they will maximize production lines for top priority munitions as part of its $170 billion procurement budget proposal for FY24.

If approved, the pay boost would be the largest increase in nearly four decades.

The service will allocate launch pads to ABL Space, Stoke Space, Phantom Space and Vaya Space.

Ukraine and its supporters say Western fighter jets are necessary to tip the balance in Ukraine’s favor, while allowing for close air support.

Britain and Australia fear that their nuclear-submarine and technology pact with the United States could be hindered by Washington's export bureaucracy.

After the U.S. Army awarded AM General a contract to build Joint Light Tactical Vehicles, incumbent Oshkosh is taking its concerns to the GAO.

China this past week blasted the new House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party after it held its first hearing on countering Beijing

The U.S. Army’s 2024 budget request to Congress will seek more authority to buy munitions in bulk over multiple years.

A PLA sets the terms and conditions for work on a specific federally funded construction contract — and they've been hotly contested.

The company contracts with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to power the government’s online benefits marketplace.

Green UAS builds on a DIU program called Blue UAS, which established a streamlined process for DoD to certify U.S.-made drones for military use.

The number of small business participating in the American defense-industrial base declined by more than 40% in the past decade.