UCLASS RFP Delayed Again
The final RFP for the Navy’s planned UCLASS aircraft was delayed pending an autumn review of their information, surveillance and reconnaissance portfolio.
DoD Cybersecurity Improvements on Tap
Restructuring DISA will create a more comprehensive cybersecurity defense strategy and secure the DoD information network (DoDIN).
Canada Wavering on F-35 Buy
If Canada doesn’t join the F-35 JSF program it may negatively affect the long-term affordability of the F-35 for all participants.
Mikulski Pressured on Wind Farm
Maryland lawmakers, environmental groups and wind energy advocates want Senator Mikulski to remove spending bill language that would delay the wind farm.
Procurement Reform Reignites Conflict
Earlier testing may catch problems before money is wasted but the idea sparked old conflicts between the procurement shop and the testing office.
Cyber Attacks Not “Existential”
Countries with high-end cyber weapons might deter an effective security defense and should be countered by adopting a new standard for vital cybersecurity.
Senate May Debate 2015 NDAA
After recent uncertainty, bipartisan optimism spread through the Senate last week that it would begin work on the 2015 NDAA after the upcoming recess.
DoD Contracting Competition Analysis
DoD contracts awarded without competition rose from 39 percent in 2009 to 42 percent in 2012 and in 2013 the contracting non-compete rate rose again.
DoD Defends Troubled F-35 Rollout
F-35 complexities involve millions of lines of code, an integrated stealth design that includes advanced sensors, radars and electronic warfare capability.
Broitman Resigns Key DoD Contracting Post
Ms. Broitman’s position serves as a principal, and vital, contact between the DoD and defense contracting industry leaders.
