The Department of Defense (DoD) is moving forward with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 program, transforming cybersecurity compliance from a future consideration into an immediate requirement for the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). Experts stress that government contractors must prioritize their compliance roadmaps today, as the official phased rollout is not a grace period.…
Introduction: Cutting Through the Red Tape If you’ve ever wondered how the U.S. government manages to fund groundbreaking tech projects without drowning in red tape, the answer might surprise you — it’s called an OTA, short for Other Transaction Authority. In government contracting, an OTA is not your typical procurement vehicle. It’s the government’s way of saying, “Let’s move fast…
President Donald Trump has directed the Department of Defense (DoD) to immediately resume nuclear weapons testing, ending a moratorium the U.S. upheld since 1992. Announcing the decision, the President cited escalating global nuclear programs, emphasizing the U.S. must test its arsenal on an “equal basis” with other major powers. This executive mandate instantly creates a…
Welcome back to The GovCon News Weekly Brief, where we break down the biggest deals, leadership changes, and strategic shifts shaping the government contracting landscape. This week’s headlines? Think billions raised, record revenues, and AI taking the wheel. Let’s dive in. 💰 Arlington Capital Partners Closes $6 Billion Fund VII Private equity just made…
Leidos executed a key strategic move by signing a definitive agreement to divest Varec, its wholly-owned subsidiary specializing in automated fuel management. An undisclosed buyer will acquire Varec for an undisclosed sum, with the transaction expected to finalize during the fourth quarter of 2025, subject to customary closing conditions. This divestiture directly supports Leidos’ ongoing…
American Rheinmetall appointed Mike Milner as Chief Executive Officer of its munitions business and named Chris Haag as Vice President for business development and strategy. The defense firm executed these appointments to strengthen the company’s crucial presence across the North American market. Milner immediately assumes leadership of the munitions division, bringing more than 35 years…
Guidehouse appointed Ron White, a veteran leader in enterprise technology and digital transformation, as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). This executive move emphasizes the professional services firm’s significant and expanded investment in artificial intelligence (AI) to empower its workforce and deliver measurable outcomes for federal and commercial customers. White immediately assumes control of internal…