Federal contracting is like building a bridge between the government and private companies. The government needs help with things like technology, construction, research, and services. Companies offer their skills and products to meet those needs. But in 2025, building that bridge will become harder. The road is bumpier, the rules are stricter, and the weather…
Under Scrutiny, GAO Lays Out Its Case to Lawmakers The Government Accountability Office (GAO) often called Congress’s watchdog is usually a behind-the-scenes player in Washington, quietly poring over budgets, auditing programs, and issuing reports that most Americans never see. But lately, the 103-year-old agency has found itself in the political spotlight, facing sharp criticism, budget…
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…
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…
A new government procurement cancellation, the U.S. Coast Guard has abruptly canceled its $500 million Business and Logistics Management Support Services (BLMSS) government procurement, leaving industry insiders reeling. After nearly 18 months of planning, the Coast Guard posted a terse notice on SAM.gov: “This opportunity is cancelled and will not be solicited.” No reasons were…
ICYMI, CACI International Inc. just locked in a major W with the U.S. Navy—securing a fat $66 million task order on April 7, 2025. The task? Deliver high-level expertise to the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Carderock Division—think engineering, simulation support, and technical wizardry for Navy programs like submarine maneuvering, ship collision responses, and autonomous…
BlueHalo just landed a $30.7 million contract with the U.S. Navy. They’ll be working with the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific to support a powerful underwater robot called the Mission Specialist Defender. This deal runs for five years and shows how trusted BlueHalo is when it comes to protecting the seas, finding threats, and helping…