Google and Simple Technology Solutions are collaborating on a contract to modernize the Navy’s approach to maintaining and repairing its vessels and facilities. STS was named prime contractor for the Navy contract while Google has been selected as a subcontractor. According to a statement issued by STS Chief Technology Officer Aaron Kilinski, the initial goal […]
The National Science Foundation and the Department of Energy are investing more than $1B in efforts to advance research and development initiatives focused on the industries of the future such as artificial intelligence, quantum information science and 5G communications. An initial $140M will be distributed over five years to seven NSF-led AI research institutes, which […]
Science Applications International Corp. is set to continue providing training solutions, including virtual and synthetic training environments in support of the country’s Fleet Deployment Training Program after securing a $171.5M single-award contract with the Navy. Under the terms of the renewed prime contract, the company will offer requisite Fleet training program support to facilitate the certification […]
The General Services Administration has announced that it will prioritize Opportunity Zones and distressed communities for future real estate investments. The agency’s announcement comes after the passage of an executive order signed by President Donald Trump that pushes for “Targeting Opportunity Zones and Other Distressed Communities for Federal Site Locations.” GSA Administrator Emily Murphy, a […]
Department of Homeland Security executive John Felker has announced his retirement effective Sept. 25, wrapping up his five-year tenure at the department and a 30-year career in the federal government. Felker spent the last year as an assistant director for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, leading the agency’s Integrated Operations Division. Previously, he worked […]
SRC is set to deliver support services for the Air Force’s counter-small unmanned aircraft system efforts under the terms of an eight-year, $90M, sole-source, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. The company will help the Air Force by supplying C-sUAS and related equipment, as well as by providing upgrades, sustainment, and installation, design and analysis support. Specifically, SRC will […]
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has published a report outlining a new strategy aimed at ensuring the security and resilience of the country’s 5G infrastructure. The strategy defines five strategic initiatives that emphasize the importance of supporting 5G policy and standards development, increasing situational awareness of 5G supply chain risks to minimize vulnerabilities and […]
The Federal Aviation Administration has awarded a $292M contract to Leidos for the development of a scalable, cloud-ready system capable of displaying essential weather, aeronautical and National Airspace System information. In order to build the envisioned NAS-wide enterprise-information display system, Leidos will provide a wide range of services, including program management, systems engineering, design and […]
David Myers has been named as the new president of communications solutions provider UltiSat, doing business as Speedcast Government. As part of a transition plan implemented by the SCG proxy board, Myers is also set to take over as the company’s chief executive officer in early 2021, replacing long-standing CEO Moe Abutaleb. Myers brings leadership […]
The Army Space and Missile Defense Command has been designated as the official service component command to the U.S. Space Command, following a flag unfurling ceremony held on Aug. 21. With the development, the ASMDC is now the service component command for both the USSPACECOM and the U.S. Strategic Command. In a statement, Army Secretary […]
