Federal agencies cancel 55 contracts with a total ceiling value of $863 million, marking a significant escalation in recent cost-cutting initiatives. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) announced the terminations as part of a broader effort to streamline federal spending and eliminate redundant services. These recent cancellations have successfully realized approximately $261 million in immediate…
The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is officially moving forward with a massive $10 billion multiple-award contract (MAC) designed to revolutionize its acquisition of research and development services. This Science and Technology contract serves as a cornerstone for the laboratory’s enterprise-wide strategy to streamline how it partners with industry experts. By establishing a robust pool…
Beth Michelson, the Chief Financial Officer of NorthStar Earth & Space, has stepped into a dual role as the new President of the company’s American subsidiary, NorthStar US Space Defense. This strategic leadership appointment comes at a critical time as the organization accelerates its expansion within the United States and enhances its support for national…
The Army Seeks Industry Input for MAPS Gen II Assured PNT Program to enhance its ability to operate in environments where GPS signals are actively contested or denied. The Program Executive Office Intelligence, Electronic Warfare & Sensors (PEO IEW&S) recently issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify capable sources for the production and sustainment…
The U.S. Army recently solidified a major partnership with Raytheon, an RTX business, through a new $512.2 million ISR Radar Contract. This significant agreement focuses on the development, production, and long-term sustainment of advanced synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and moving target indicator (MTI) technologies. As a cornerstone of modern Government Contracting, this deal ensures the…
The Space Development Agency (SDA) recently finalized its massive Tranche 3 Tracking Layer contracts, awarding a combined $3.5 billion to four major defense firms. This significant investment accelerates the development of a global satellite network designed to detect and track advanced missile threats, including hypersonic systems. By securing these Tranche 3 Tracking Layer contracts, the…
Orbit Fab recently announced the appointment of Jeff Lints as its new Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). In this pivotal leadership role, Lints will spearhead the global commercial strategy and drive the market adoption of the RAFTI refueling port. His appointment comes at a critical juncture as the company transitions from its development phase into scaled…
The TriWest DHA contract award marks a pivotal milestone in the evolution of military healthcare delivery across the United States. Recently, the Defense Health Agency exercised a $6.8 billion option period for TriWest Healthcare Alliance to continue its critical mission within the TRICARE West Region. This move ensures that millions of active-duty service members, retirees,…
President Donald Trump has officially signed the $901 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, marking a pivotal shift in how the military secures advanced technology. This landmark legislation introduces major acquisition reforms designed to modernize the defense industrial base and accelerate the delivery of critical capabilities to the warfighter. For those…
The Missile Defense Agency has issued a second tranche of SHIELD awards, adding 1,086 companies to its massive $151 billion Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) contract vehicle. This major expansion brings the total number of qualified contractors to over 2,100, significantly broadening the industrial base tasked with developing the nation’s multi-layered missile defense…
