Trump Administration Picks Wall Street Veteran for GSA Chief Role The White House has officially nominated Edward Forst, a Wall Street heavyweight with a résumé spanning Goldman Sachs, Cushman & Wakefield, and most recently Lion Capital to lead the General Services Administration (GSA). The move comes more than seven months into President Trump’s second term…
V2X has clinched a transformative $4.3 billion, nine-year logistics services contract to support the U.S. military’s T-6 jet fleet. This is vital for pilot training across the Air Force, Army, and Navy. This logistics services deal, officially the Contractor Operated and Maintained Base Supply Services (COMBS), ensures 739 T-6 jets remain flight-ready at 11 U.S.…
A Worrying Trend in U.S. Manufacturing The U.S. manufacturing sector contracted for the fifth consecutive month in July, signaling a clear slowdown that’s catching the attention of government contractors and industry watchers alike. According to the latest ISM data, the manufacturing PMI dropped to 48.0—anything below 50 indicates contraction. This isn’t just a number on…
As of June 2023, SAM.gov had 2.8 million registered users. SAM.gov is used for federal procurement, including GSA contracts. The federal market can open doors to steady work and clear growth. Many small businesses shy away because they fear complex rules, but they lose out on reliable revenue. The GSA Schedule cuts through red tape,…
Government contracting is entering a high-stakes phase where speed and strategy can outweigh size. Billions in federal spending are pouring into artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, defense technology, and infrastructure, creating one of the biggest waves of opportunity the industry has ever seen. The surge is drawing in ambitious players from every corner—but opportunity alone doesn’t lead…
Let’s face it—government contracting is not a hobby for the faint of heart or fuzzy on math. Costing and pricing can feel like assembling IKEA furniture: there’s a thick manual, oddly shaped pieces, and you’re pretty sure something is missing. But here’s the good news: once you understand how costing and pricing work in the…
In the complex landscape of federal contracting, where billions of dollars in contracts are awarded annually, the standard process involves full and open competition. However, there are specific circumstances where federal agencies may determine that competitive bidding isn’t feasible or practical. In these cases, agencies must prepare a formal Justification and Approval (J&A) document to…
SAIC CEO Calls for a New National Security Innovation Ecosystem In a world where threats are evolving faster than acquisition cycles, even our language might need an upgrade.Speaking at the Atlantic Council this week, Toni Townes-Whitley, CEO of Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC), did more than give a standard keynote. She challenged the very foundation…
The satellite communications industry has reached a pivotal moment as SES finalizes its landmark $3.1 billion acquisition of Intelsat, creating a dominant force in government-focused satellite communications. This 15-month process has culminated in the formation of a new industry leader capable of delivering next-generation satellite communications solutions with unprecedented global reach and multi-orbit capabilities. A…
Refiners Sound the Alarm Over New Biofuel Mandates In a major industry update, U.S. oil refiners are pushing back hard against new federal biofuel blending rules that could dramatically increase their operational costs. The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) sent a direct letter to the White House warning that the proposed rule changes could…