People
DOD competition measure could go governmentwide
The Services Acquisition Reform Act's Section 803, which requires DOD agencies to try for at least three bids before purchasing services, could expand to all agencies.
People
DHS: Controls, training needed to combat waste
Procurement officials addressed a Government Reform Committee report that identified 32 DHS contracts worth $34.3 billion that involved “significant overcharges, wasteful spending, or mismanagement.”
Acquisition
Input predicts GSA schedule decline
A slump in the services business will contribute to a 1 percent decline overall for fiscal 2006, according to the market research firm.
People
House passes VA small business bill
The Veterans Small Business and Memorial Affairs Act of 2006 provides incentives for VA to award more contracts to small businesses owned by veterans and disabled veterans.
Modernization
Beleaguered GTSI sheds reseller model
After suffering a ‘perfect storm’ in 2005, company officials steer new course.
Modernization
UPDATED: Verizon signs FTS 2001 extension
The contract will bridge the expiring contract to the new Networx pact, which has not yet been awarded.
People
DHS disputes GAO card audit
GAO accuses DHS of using weak controls on purchase cards, but agency says the criticism is overstated.
Acquisition
Virginia gives contractors tax relief
State puts an end to a system that kept companies guessing about some transactions.
Acquisition
First eco-friendly computers certified
Meanwhile, a new report encourages e-cycling initiatives.
Cybersecurity
DHS disputes GAO purchase card criticism
The department says the assessment of card abuse is overstated.
People
CIOs, CFOs must collaborate, panel says
As financial management systems evolve, their roles are becoming more intertwined, IAC/ACT panel participants said.
People
Senators advocate database on federal funding
A new bill would create a resource for the public to see how the government uses taxpayer money.
Cybersecurity
UPDATED: TSA goes sole-source for Registered Traveler clearinghouse
The American Association of Airport Executives will manage enrollment for the traveler program.
Modernization
GSA wants telecom expense management providers
The agency is surveying the market as part of a strategic sourcing initiative.
People
ITAA: Raise SBA size limits
The Information Technology Association of America has asked the Small Business Administration to restructure its size standards to reflect today’s small businesses.
Modernization
UPDATED: DISA to extend Verizon contract
The company provides bandwidth management for DISA's specialized network.
Modernization
FIPS policy creates Catch-22
Many commercial virus products can’t meet the 140-2 standard.
People
Politics changes A-76 landscape
Congress uses its power to intercede in public/private job competitions.
People
Small businesses wait for DOD dollars
GAO finds that late payments are more the rule than the exception.
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