So, here’s the deal: the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers down in Galveston just picked 16 companies to snag some serious dough—like a whopping $900 million—for engineering services. Yeah, that’s a lot of bucks! These companies will be fighting for task orders, basically trying to show off their best stuff and win some contracts. Now,…
Amentum just landed a sweet deal with the Defense Information Systems Agency, and it’s all about providing some serious computing power—think scalable Z-Series processor capacity without breaking the bank. The contract, worth a cool $120 million, is like a buffet for computer processing, allowing DISA to grab what they need when they need it. So,…
The Potomac Officers Club, which is a big player in the GovCon scene around Washington, is super excited to announce that Thomas Rondeau, the main guy in charge of FutureG at the Department of War, will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Defense R&D Summit. Mark your calendars for January 29 at the Hilton…
Government cybersecurity leaders recognize that the traditional password system is a primary vulnerability, necessitating a rapid transition to modern defenses. To shield critical federal networks from persistent phishing attacks, agencies are proactively implementing passwordless authentication. This advanced approach fundamentally changes how users access systems, moving beyond shared secrets that hackers can easily steal. In a…
The U.S. Department of State formally approved the potential Foreign Military Sale (FMS) of 100 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range (JASSM-ER) and related equipment to the Government of Italy. This critical Italy JASSM-ER FMS carries an estimated value of $301 million. The approval strengthens the strategic defense capabilities of a key NATO ally…
The SSC HADES contract will fundamentally transform the US Space Force’s Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation Support Complex (RSC), the military’s 24/7 R&D satellite command and control (C2) operations center. Space Systems Command (SSC) is currently preparing the Hybrid Architecture and Development for Experimental Systems (HADES) initiative as the crucial follow-on to the current EDIS…
Lockheed Martin successfully secured a $1.14 billion contract modification to accelerate the production pipeline for the F-35 long-lead materials. This significant funding ensures the timely procurement of essential parts and components required for future F-35 fighter jet production lots, supporting both U.S. and allied forces. The Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) executed the modification, which…
Enterprise AI for Government agencies receives a significant boost as IBM initiates the acquisition of data streaming company Confluent in a deal valued at approximately $11 billion. This strategic move aims to accelerate the creation of a powerful data platform designed to help organizations process, connect, and securely govern the massive amounts of data required…
Boeing Drives Aerospace Supply Chain Integration by finalizing its acquisition of Spirit AeroSystems, securing crucial production assets and establishing new operational stability. This strategic move directly reinforces aviation safety and aircraft quality while supporting stability across Boeing’s commercial production and operations. The successful transaction addresses vital vulnerabilities within the aerospace supply chain integration, ensuring a…
Sabel Systems has named John Cunningham as its new Chief Growth Officer, strategically bringing aboard an industry veteran with more than three decades of success in advanced technology and defense markets. This pivotal leadership appointment leverages Cunningham’s extensive experience in areas like extended reality (XR), artificial intelligence (AI), and digital transformation to significantly expand Sabel…