AI-powered procurement is rapidly gaining traction in the U.S. federal government industry. It reflects a strategic shift toward automation, efficiency, and data-driven decision-making in federal acquisitions. This article breaks down the context, relevance, and actionable insights for contractors, agencies, and CRM platforms operating in the GovCon space. What Is AI-Powered Procurement? AI-powered procurement refers to…
Mayor Justin Bibb’s Call to Action Justin Bibb isn’t waiting his turn and he doesn’t think America’s young leaders should either. At just 34 years old, Bibb shocked Ohio’s political establishment in 2021 when he became mayor of Cleveland. Today, he’s the president of the Democratic Mayors’ Association and one of the most closely watched…
U.S. Buys Nearly 10% of Intel: A Big Step Into Tech A move that feels straight out of a business drama, the U.S. government has bought a 9.9% stake in Intel. That’s right—the government is no longer just cheering from the sidelines; it’s now part-owner of one of America’s biggest tech companies. Why? Because chips—the…
Canada Launches Major Projects Office to Accelerate Energy Infrastructure and Investment The Canadian federal government has launched a new Major Projects Office. The company appointed energy veteran Dawn Farrell as CEO. This strategic move aims to fast-track infrastructure development in oil, gas, and liquefied natural gas (LNG). This will also unlock over $100 billion in…
Federal contracting is a high-stakes game. They’re how you win work, build relationships, and grow your business. But writing and managing proposals isn’t easy. It takes coordination, accuracy, and speed, especially when deadlines are tight and requirements are complex. The best proposal management software for federal contractors in 2025 includes Loopio, Responsive (RFPIO), Proposal Software…
Government contracting is like walking across a field full of golden opportunities… and hidden landmines. For every shiny new contract, there’s a regulation, audit, or oversight that could blow up your chances if you’re not careful. That’s why compliance strategies are more than nice-to-have—they’re the very thing keeping your business from losing contracts, money, and…
Maryland’s governor blasts Trump for ‘scare tactics’ on crime Trump Threatens National Guard Deployment in Baltimore The war of words between Donald Trump and Maryland Governor Wes Moore reached a new level Sunday, with Trump threatening to send National Guard troops into Baltimore to combat crime, while Moore pushed back, accusing the president of recycling…
US to take 10% equity stake in Intel, in Trump’s latest corporate move Washington just went from regulator to shareholder. On Friday, President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. government will take a 9.9% stake in Intel, scooping up shares at a discount as part of a deal that flips billions in federal grants into…
A major development in federal procurement has arrived. Tech7, a defense and national security technology integrator, has been awarded a massive $489 million General Services Administration (GSA) contract. This award, issued as a Phase III Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) funding agreement, is a direct channel for expanding a critical tech evaluation system across the government. This…
The U.S. Relies on Russian-Enriched Uranium for Power and Navy For decades, the U.S. has been quietly powering its grid and even its Navy thanks to uranium enriched in Russia. Yep, since 1993, billions of American dollars have gone straight to Moscow’s state-run nuclear energy company. That enriched uranium currently helps keep 54 U.S. nuclear…