Modernization
GAO Dismisses IBM Bid Protest on $729 Million Task Order
The decision comes after the Army undertook multiple corrective action periods to address concerns mostly related to mapping of government personnel.
Modernization
DHS Wants Help Modernizing Its Management of Foreign Exchange Student Records
Officials are looking to move to an all-electronic data-keeping environment.
Cybersecurity
NIST Seeks Small Business to Help Develop Cybersecurity Standards
The agency is looking for consultation on crucial cybersecurity issues.
Cybersecurity
FedRAMP Outlines Requirements for Using Containers
Container technology allows operability across operating systems and faster development but is a primary security concern for implementers.
Emerging Tech
Army Pursues Innovative Wearables to Better Block Infantry from Traumatic Brain Injuries
Technologies with or readying for FDA approval could be considered.
Digital Government
IRS Needs Help Managing and Upgrading Legacy Criminal Investigations Systems
The two main IT systems that manage the tax agency’s investigations efforts are 10 and 15 years old, and users want new capabilities.
Modernization
IRS Offers First Look at $2.6B Contract Touching All Its IT Systems
The new Enterprise Development, Operations Services contract will include developing new systems and improving the efficiency of existing applications.
Modernization
How One State Will Work With the Feds On a Major Tech Overhaul
Wisconsin has turned to a federal team of tech experts as the state seeks to revamp its antiquated unemployment computer system.
Emerging Tech
DARPA Announces Microelectronics Program to Boost Domestic Manufacturing of Certain Chips
The research agency will partner with Intel and three university teams to boost domestic manufacturing of custom chips.
Ideas
Digitization Will Help Public Procurement Comply with FAR in the Biden Era
Procurement rules are changing.
Artificial Intelligence
Experts Explore the Need for a National Technology Strategy
Defense and security thought leaders outlined problems and priority areas such a strategy would need to address to counter China and ensure U.S. prosperity.
Digital Government
Pentagon Wants a Commercial Electronic Health Record System for Animal Servicemembers
The Defense Health Agency is looking for a cloud-based veterinary EHR to replace its government-built system.
Emerging Tech
NIST’s Working to Support Interagency Blockchain Use
Interested partners are invited to respond to a new notice.
Cybersecurity
Air Force Only Service to Develop Cybersecurity Requirements for Weapon Systems Contracts, GAO Says
The audit found the Defense Department has improved weapon systems cybersecurity in recent years, but detailed requirements must make it into contracts.
Cybersecurity
House Armed Services Chair Calls for Focus on Information Systems Over Arbitrary Metrics
Rep. Adam Smith, D-Wash., suggested a 500-ship Navy is inadequate if adversaries are able to disrupt command and control systems.
Cybersecurity
DHS Wants Help Restructuring Pay and Bonuses for Cybersecurity Pros
The agency is looking for a vendor to help lay out a plan to recruit and retain top talent needed to meet its cybersecurity missions.
Emerging Tech
Defense Innovation Unit Initiated 35% More Projects in 2020
The group initiated 23 new projects and transitioned 11 capabilities to Defense Department partners last year, according to its annual report.
Modernization
VA Wants Help Creating a ‘Strategic Planning Ecosystem’ to Guide IT Modernization Efforts
A contractor will support the development of several strategic plans for the Office of Information Technology.
Modernization
GSA Drops 5 Vendors, Adds 9 to $5.5B 2GIT Contract
The IT hardware and software contract vehicle was built with the Air Force in mind but will be available to all federal buyers.
Digital Government
Microsoft President Calls for Bid Protest Reforms
As the company awaits a decision on the embattled JEDI contract, its president told senators the contract-dispute process could use streamlining.
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