The key priorites of the Veterans Health Administration
This week Al Montoya, the Veterans Health Administration’s (VHA’s) acting under secretary for Health for Support, and Spencer Roberts, executive director for Logistics at VHA, join Off the…
GovCon M&A benefits and pitfalls
Companies entering into government contracting (or expanding their capabilities team skillset) may consider a mergers and acquisition strategy. They can merge with or acquire another contractor to gain…
AI effort to improve contractor performance ratings stalls
Contractor performance ratings remain stuck. The General Services Administration made its first set of awards for the next great governmentwide contract. And it’s the federal fourth quarter buying…
CISA details software security keys in new guide for acquisition pros
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is trying to simplify the complex issue of software security for federal acquisition and contracting professionals. In a new guide released today,…
WeWork model for SCIFs could increase small business participation
Replicating the WeWork model for sensitive compartmented information facilities, known as SCIFs, could increase small businesses participation in defense contracting, Moshe Schwartz, senior fellow of acquisition policy at…
Should Recruiting Happen with the End in Mind?
One question hiring managers can ask potential job candidates: “If we hire you for this position, what are some specific areas of the job role you would like…
Can you cap that? Subcontract damages cap might not stick
Contractors and subcontractors should review their agreements to ensure that any limitations on liability (caps on the amount of damages available in litigation) are enforceable in the aftermath…
Court of Federal Claims asserts more jurisdiction over OTAs
Other transaction agreements are not as protest proof as once thought. A recent decision by the Court of Federal Claims gives contractors a more specific path to file…
Federal contractors get some guidance on using AI when hiring
Federal contractors have new advice for using artificial intelligence in the hiring process. A new guide — from the Labor Department’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance programs —…
Does Your Organization Suffer from a Culture of Secrecy?
Informing employees upfront about decisions that impact them conveys respect and prevents employees from feeling blindsided, becoming angry, and leaving. The post Does Your Organization Suffer from a…