Senate bill would expand access to GSA schedules for states

States and local governments may get access to the General Services Administration’s schedules program so they can get ready for an oncoming disaster, according to a new bill.

Homeland Security approves Networx trusted Internet solutions

The Homeland Security Department has approved Networx carriers’ Managed Trusted Internet Protocol Services solutions for agency customers.

Part 3: Data is key to transition to Networx and beyond

Data collection is at the heart of GSA's efforts to move from FTS 2001 to Networx as well as laying the foundation for future transitions, says Karl Krumbholz.

GSA awards SmartBUY contracts for geospatial tools

A new purchase award through the GSA’s SmartBUY program will give federal, state and local government agencies access to a suite of geospatial software tools.

Part 2: Is Networx transition a third done or barely begun?

The slow pace of the Networx transition stands in the way of other initiatives that might be implemented through the contract.

David Drabkin: A trusted voice on procurement matters

Drabkin was recognized for his experience and expertise in federal procurement by receiving the Public Sector Partner award.

Two top GSA officials retire as agency awaits new chief

The General Services Administration is experiencing a version of musical chairs among its executives, even as the agency continues to await Senate confirmation of Martha Johnson as its new administrator.

GSA wants app to take on transportation management

GSA's goal is to be the provider of choice for all agencies' transportation needs.

Fed CIOs, GSA smooth agencies' Networx transition path

Agencies get a few more months to lay out plans to transitioning services to Networx.

New contractor database draws fire

Industry and good-government groups criticize a new database that would be used to judge contractors before making awards.

CSC wins tech support contract for USAID

CSC will provide information technology support to the U.S. Agency for International Development under a contract worth up to $200 million.

Networx transition woes: Enterprise becomes an also-ran

This is part 3 of our look at the Networx transition that explores how and why Networx Universal has become the favored contract of the two vehicles.

Networx transition woes: Dual contracts or dueling contracts?

In part two of our look at Networx transition woes, we look at Enterprise and Universal, once thought to be complementary contracts, increasing are seen as interchangeable.

Government transparency exposes new IT challenges

GSA's David McClure outlines IT issues requiring added attention during panel on collaboration and transparency at IAC-ACT's Executive Leadership Conference.

Schedule 70 sales flat in 2009

Schedule 70 IT sales remain flat but steady because of many more options for services contracts, experts say.

$5B SatCom may augur DISA-GSA deals to come

Satellite service providers met with government procurement officials Oct. 22 to hear details about the upcoming $5 billion, 10-year Future ComSatCom Services Acquisition.

CSC to assist GSA with cyber investigations training

CSC will design and teach cybersecurity courses for the General Service Administration under a new $85 million contract.

CGI to continue support for GSA financial services

CGI Federal will continue to support the General Services Administration’s financial management system under a new $32 million contract.

QinetiQ to furnish tech support to defense university

A QinetiQ North America unit will supply information technology services to the National Defense University under a five-year, $28 million contract.

GSA, DISA want advice on buying commercial satellite services

GSA and DISA are seeking input from industry for a joint acquisition program that they plan to establish to meet civilian and defense agencies' needs for satellite services.