Former No. 1 keeps up winning ways

After taking the No. 1 spot on Washington Technology's Fast 50 last year, HMS Technologies Inc., a service-disabled veteran-owned small business, brought in $31.2 million in government revenue in 2009 and ranks No. 11 on this year's list.

How FedStore became the fastest-growing small business in the federal market

FedStore Corp. made its first appearance on the Fast 50 last year at No. 7, reporting $28.05 million in federal sales in 2008. What did the Maryland-based company do in 2009 to leap to the top spot?

SRA assistance continues on NIH cancer research

SRA International Inc. will continue providing bioinformatics support to the National Institutes of Health under a task order that could be worth as much as $17.9 million over five years if all options are exercised.

How to land a superstar executive

Recruiting top-level government contractor executives involves a feeling-out process, something akin to a dance, before negotiations can begin. Both sides have certain restrictions and play their hands close to the vest.

GlobalNet snares 3 FDA contracts totaling $81 million

GlobalNet Services Inc. will provide a variety of IT services to the Food and Drug Administration under three recently awarded contracts that have a combined value of $81 million.

Can GTSI stay in business?

The fight to clear its name is in the middle of a 30-day countdown as GTSI's suspension raises risks for the company, including possible debarment.

No summer doldrums for Citizant’s fed contracts pursuit

Citizant Inc. won new government contracts that combined are worth approximately $42 million over the next five years, the company reported today.

Experts warn: Government ill-prepared for cyberattacks

An overwhelming percentage of security experts say cyberattacks against companies and government are increasing but neither group is properly equipped to protect itself, according to a cybersecurity survey released today.

SAIC names new manager of health solutions business

Stephen Comber was named general manager of Science Applications International Corp.’s Health Solutions business unit Oct. 1. He will report to Joe Craver, president of SAIC’s Infrastructure, Energy, Health and Product Solutions Group.

San Diego security firm acquires HBE of New Jersey

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions Inc., a national security solutions provider based in San Diego, is acquiring Henry Bros. Electronics Inc. through the purchase of all outstanding shares of HBE stock at approximately $7 a share, equivalent to about $45 million in cash.

CGI continues IT support for Marines’ manpower branch

CGI Federal Inc. will provide information technology services to the Marine Corps under a five-year, $11 million contract.

BAE provides call center support to pension agency

BAE Systems Inc. will support the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation with call center assistance under a five-year contract valued at $10.8 million.

Former Army general to provide DOD strategy for ITT

ITT Corp. has named Kenneth Hunzeker vice president of government relations for the company’s Defense and Information Solutions segment in McLean, Va. He will report to David Melcher, president of ITT Defense and Information Solutions.

GTSI suspension: a shot across the bow?

SBA’s suspension Friday of GTSI Inc. from winning new federal contracts raised questions and concerns within the contracting community -- and maybe a little fear.

CSC acquires cyber threat intelligence company

Computer Sciences Corp. has acquired Vulnerability Research Labs, a privately held cyber threat intelligence firm in Reston, Va. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Raytheon buys computer engineering firm

Raytheon Co. has acquired Technology Associates Inc., a privately held provider of full life-cycle computer engineering to the U.S. intelligence community. Terms of the acquisition agreement were not disclosed.

Eyak pulls back takeover bid for GTSI

Eyak Technologies LLC this morning withdrew its bid to purchase GTSI Inc. through a stock purchase deal.The move comes in the wake of a steep decline in GTSI stock Monday morning.

EyakTek continues pursuit of GTSI

Eyak Technology increaed its bid by 50 cents to $7.50 a share, but GTSI says no once more.

Harris builds new radio communications for N.Y. county

Harris Corp. will upgrade public safety communications for Ontario County, N.Y., under a $9 million contract. The 15-site system is designed to seamlessly interoperate with neighboring jurisdictions, creating a regional capability.

Merger of small engineering firms expands government offerings

Commonwealth Technology Inc. has acquired QED Inc., a provider of specialized engineering services to the federal government based in Reston, Va. The purchase price was not reported.