OFPP's Gordon says goodbye to government service

Obama administration loses strong advocate for open dialogue with industry as Dan Gordon, OFPP administrator, resigns.

Gordon to step down from OFPP

Administrator Dan Gordon is leaving the Office of Federal Procurement Policy later this year.

Contractors put big bucks behind support for wounded troops

A simple challenge to raise more money this year than last for wounded soldiers created a donation frenzy at the ninth annual Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards gala.

Who are the market's top contractors?

The annual Government Contractors Awards program picked the best companies and executives for 2011. Who captured the top honors?

Is Virginia going to steal Lockheed's HQ from Maryland?

Believing that states ought to compete, Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell wants to lure Lockheed Martin to the Old Dominion and away from Maryland.

Who are the best innovators in the government market?

The Northern Virginia Technology Council and Washington Technology have named the finalists for their annual Contractor CTO Innovator Awards, which recognizes the unique contributions chief technology officers make to customers and their companies.

CSC CEO announces retirement plan

Michael Laphen gives company 12 months notice as search for new leadership begins.

SAIC's Beyster on success and entrepreneurship

Robert Beyster shares his insights on building a business, rewarding people and succeeding in a tough market.

Industry answers the call of the USO

The USO couldn't do its job without the support of government contractors and it plans to honor those supporters in late October.

Finalists named for contractor of the year awards

19 companies and executives have been named as finalists for the 9th annual Government Contractor Awards.

Federal CIO Kundra's leadership worth only a B grade?

A recent survey of federal IT professionals lauded former Federal CIO Vivek Kundra for making a significant impact and for his vision, but overall they gave him a grade of B for his leadership.

Calling all innovators: CTO awards deadline looms

It's time to recognize the innovators and tech gurus at your company. Get your nominations in for the second annual NVTC-Washington Technology chief technology officer awards.

Where were you when the earthquake hit?

Washington Technology Editor Nick Wakeman shares his story of the earthquake. Where were you and how did you react? Share your stories.

Former SRA CEO tapped to lead new company

Former SRA International Inc. President and CEO Stanton Sloane wasted little time finding a new home. He's taken the reins of a California advanced security company.

Former exec at Attain, SRA joins new firm

Michael Fox takes on corporate business development role at White Oak Technologies.

Top DOD budget-cutter nominated as DOD No. 2

Ashton Carter, under secretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics, is expected to replace William Lynn in the No. 2 post at the Defense Department.

Pragmatics names new VP/GM of civilian agency division

Joseph Miller has been promoted to vice president and general manager of Pragmatics Civilian Agency Services Division. The move is effective immediately.

Deputy defense secretary to step down

After more than two years in the job, Deputy Defense Secretary William Lynn will step down from the second-highest DOD post to spend more time with his family.

The business imperative of volunteerism

Pro bono work by firms raises their status and is a critical tool for recruiting and retaining new professionals.

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