Contracting
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GTSI President and CEO Scott Friedlander joined the DorobekINSIDER to discuss the company\'s future now that the SBA suspension has been lifted.
October 21, 2010 -
South Korea participated fully for the first time in the Proliferation Security Initiative by hosting a multinational naval drill aimed at preventing the transfer of weapons of mass destruction. North Korean officials have described South Korea\'s participation as an \"open declaration of war,\" a propaganda statement that makes conditions appear more dangerous than they are. However, until now South Korea has been hesitant to participate in Proliferation Security Initiative activities precisely because they increase the likelihood of a confrontation with North Korea. Their participation this time is a reaction to the sinking of the corvette Cheonan earlier this year.
October 21, 2010 -
Agency awarded spots on the $5 billion technology services deal to 30 companies, including 15 small businesses. The contract is open to state and local governments, which receive grants from CDC. The goal is to promote standards and interoperability to share public health information.
October 21, 2010 -
Jim Seligman, CDC\'s chief information officer, told Federal News Radio\'s Jason Miller about how the $5 billion tech services contract will change the way the agency buys technology.
October 20, 2010 -
The Wall Street Journal reports that private security firms are signing onto an international code of conduct in the fact of recent controversies.
October 20, 2010 -
The clock is ticking toward the Air Force\'s decision on which of two aerospace firms will build the next generation refueling tanker. Defense analysts said that no matter who is the winner of the tanker fight next month, it\'s time to get the tankers built -- and in the air.
October 20, 2010 -
Vendors still must go through the cybersecurity certification and accreditation process before they can offer these infrastructure services. This is the first award under the federal cloud computing initiative. All of these services will be available through the Apps.gov platform.
October 20, 2010 -
GSA is now requiring all projects achieve LEED Gold certification.
October 19, 2010 -
GTSI can go back to working with federal agencies, but the company must pull back from any contracts where small businesses are prime vendors. GTSI also must have an SBA-approved monitor its current and future dealings with small businesses.
October 19, 2010 -
A new survey on how well agencies contract for sustainable products and services is under development. GSA and OFPP also are taking other steps to promote green purchasing including training courses and changes to acquisition regulations.
October 19, 2010 -
Politics in Pakistan is being shaken up due to some bewildering statements made by high-level Pakistani officials that were quoted in Bob Woodward\'s new Book \"Obama\'s Wars.\" The published comments raise serious questions about the officials\' motives and judgment about permitting US military operations within Pakistan\'s borders. The revelations are an embarrassment to Prime Minister Gilani and the Foreign Minister who have been vocal in criticizing US cross-border operations, even though many comments and decisions were made before Parliament assumed power in Pakistan. The shockwaves have just begun to ripple through Pakistani politics.
October 19, 2010 -
ManTech will provide logistics and supply services, including property accountability, asset visibility, maintenance and fleet management, operational planning, storage operations and security and facility management.
October 19, 2010 -
Ridge Global, an international provider of security and risk management services, has announced the appointment of Amit Yoran, CEO of Netwitness Corporation, to the company\'s board of advisors.
October 19, 2010 -
GSA and Metropolis magazine are teaming up to give $10,000 to the best design that makes an old federal building green. The DorobekINSIDER spoke with Casey Jones, director of design excellence and the arts at GSA, about the contest.
October 18, 2010 -
Ashley Bergander, manager of federal programs for FedSources, joined the DorobekINSIDER to discuss the list of the Top 50 Opportunities for Contractors.
October 18, 2010