People

Board urges more contracting training

Effective contracting has become a major concern because of a federal outlay for contract spending that is now more than $328 billion a year.

People

Johnson to head GSA's Integrated Technology Services

John Johnson came to the General Services Administration in 2000 after working in telecommunications policy and oversight positions at the Defense Department.

Modernization

IG tells FAA to rethink telecom program

Agency told to develop a new schedule and consider terminating the FTI program

People

Davis demands more attention to GSA

Congressman expresses approval of Doan nomination

Acquisition

Vets battle for more contract wins

A new GWAC could bring more business to some vet-owned companies.

Acquisition

GSA gets authority to offer early-outs and buyouts

Move is one of several measures GSA is taking in an effort to address the faltering business performance of some divisions.

Acquisition

OPM awards retirement systems modernization contract

Systems modernization will eliminate multiple interim annuity payments and deliver retiring federal employees their payment on the day it is due.

People

SRA protests $19B Army pact

Integrator is on two of the winning teams but is protesting its loss of a bid to be a prime contractor on an Army contract.

Acquisition

UPDATED: Senate committee OKs GSA modernization bill

Approval brings the agency closer to revitalizing itself amid large challenges.

Modernization

The next bright idea

The roles government and industry play in innovative research have changed dramatically. Will America continue to lead the world in innovation?

People

GAO urges more oversight of Alaska Native Corporations

SBA must step up its oversight of such entities to ensure that the designation is not abused, a new GAO report states.

People

DOD halts security clearance checks

ITAA and PSC want the Defense Department to reconsider its decision to stop processing contractor clearances.

People

OFPP targets acquisition training, emergency procurement

Burton says the Acquisition Workforce Initiative is the most important one under way at the office.

People

DHS seeks industry financing help

Alternative financing options could be an important business strategy for would-be DHS contractors.

People

Davis: Government needs to share

He said the federal government is weak in sharing information, taking action to meet challenges and investing in federal employees.

Acquisition

Denett's nomination sent to Senate

Doan and Portman also require confirmation.

Modernization

In-Q-Tel head resigns

Just months after taking the position to lead CIA ventures, Yoran unexpectedly steps down, citing a desire to be home more.

People

Risky business

Government-funded venture capital firms are sparking agency innovation.

People

Denett earns OFPP nomination

President Bush also nominates a new OMB director

People

Kelman: Dancing in the hallways

Denett, the Bush administration’s nominee for OFPP, is the right person at the right time.