Cybersecurity
DOD toughens up wireless LAN security rules
Besides tougher and encryption standards, the new policy also requires intrusion detection systems that can geo-locate hackers or rogue access points.
Modernization
IWN moves to second phase
General Dynamics, Lockheed will vie for $3B wireless contract
People
Safety Act rule improves process
Final rule clarifies previously vague measures and removes some provisions industry had not liked.
People
Contractors seek edge by hiring former feds
Feds’ knowledge of acquisition regs considered a big plus.
People
IRS modernization gets funding boost in House
H.R. 5576 would give the IRS $212.3 million for the business systems upgrade program, or $45 million more than President Bush’s $167.3 million budget request.
Acquisition
GSA details Alliant RFP
Minimum orders have been lowered to make the contracts more useful to midsize businesses, agency officials said.
People
UPDATED: Officials say US-VISIT spending plan not ready
Department approval will free previously frozen funds for many key security efforts.
Modernization
University of New Hampshire revamps storage plan
The university crafts a storage blueprint and plans to award a contract later this month.
People
GSA details audit problems
Agency deputy IG identifies $900 million in miscalculated funds in GSA’s 2005 audit.
People
Only 150 accept GSA buyouts
Only 150 of the 395 buyout offers at GSA have been accepted so far, agency officials said.
Modernization
GPO seeks vendor to run D.C. identity card facility
The cards are part of a Homeland Security Presidential Directive requiring agencies to issue standard ID credentials to all employees and contractors.
People
Input critiques financial management line of business
Guidance on conducting competitions is complex and unclear, analysts say.
Modernization
DOD, VA told to use common software
Legislation aims to ease health data sharing by requiring uniform e-health records.
Modernization
DHS sets final SAFETY Act rule
Rule implements 2002 law protecting makers of anti-terrorism technologies from liability.
Modernization
Alternative Technology adds Fortinet security systems to GSA Schedule
Fortinet's FrontGate security system will now be available through resellers.
People
Williams to head GSA's FAS
Jim Williams leaves the Homeland Security Department to become commissioner of the Federal Acquisition Service.
Acquisition
Feds scramble to improve emergency procurement information
But efforts to avoid a replay of 2005 disasters are not complete.
Acquisition
GSA issues draft SmartPay solicitation
Comments wanted on effort to renew government purchase card program.
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