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GovConWire's Government Contracting News 7/2/2021

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Paul Engola Named Leidos National Security Space EVP in Series of Exec Moves; Roger Krone Quoted
Executive Moves

Paul Engola Named Leidos National Security Space EVP in Series of Exec Moves; Roger Krone Quoted

Paul Engola, chief human resources officer of Leidos (NYSE: LDOS), has been named executive vice president for national security space in a string of leadership changes that will take effect Monday, July 5. Leidos said Thursday the executive moves are part of the company’s efforts to optimize processes and advance talent development. Engola will cooperate
Raytheon Awarded $2B Air Force LRSO Missile EMD Contract
Contract Awards

Raytheon Awarded $2B Air Force LRSO Missile EMD Contract

Raytheon Technologies (NYSE: RTX) will move to the engineering and manufacturing development phase for the Long Range Standoff weapon system under a potential $2 billion contract with the U.S. Air Force. Raytheon’s missile and defense business will continue to mature production processes and demonstrate the manufacturing environment with a goal of achieving full production readiness
Potomac Officers Club to Feature USAF’s Darlene Costello As Keynote Speaker at 2021 Air Force Acquisition Forum on July 8th
M&A Activity

Potomac Officers Club to Feature USAF’s Darlene Costello As Keynote Speaker at 2021 Air Force Acquisition Forum on July 8th

The U.S. Air Force is enacting major digital transformation initiatives in an attempt to streamline and optimize its acquisition process. Such as incorporating digital engineering, agile software development and open system architectures that will provide better access to emerging technology, reduce acquisition timelines. During Potomac Officers Club’s 2021 Air Force Acquisition Forum, influential figures in
Germany Confirms $1.3B Boeing P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft Procurement
Industry News

Germany Confirms $1.3B Boeing P-8A Maritime Patrol Aircraft Procurement

Germany is set to initiate a foreign military sales process with the U.S. government to buy five Boeing-built (NYSE: BA) maritime surveillance planes for approximately $1.3 billion. The German defense ministry said Thursday it chose the P-8A Poseidon aircraft platform to address a capability gap that arose following the completion of its P-3C Orion modernization
SAIC Names NOAA Vet Stephen Ambrose as Chief Climate Scientist; Bob Genter Quoted
Executive Moves

SAIC Names NOAA Vet Stephen Ambrose as Chief Climate Scientist; Bob Genter Quoted

Stephen Ambrose, a 40-year veteran in science and technology, will oversee the climate initiatives of Science Applications International Corp. (NYSE: SAIC) as chief climate scientist, a newly created role. He will lead the projects of SAIC focused on data science, artificial intelligence and machine learning aimed at helping government clients address climate’s effect on land,
State Department Clears $445M Oshkosh Tactical Vehicle FMS Deal for Kuwait
Contract Awards

State Department Clears $445M Oshkosh Tactical Vehicle FMS Deal for Kuwait

The State Department has approved a $445 million foreign military sale of heavy tactical vehicles, manufactured by Oshkosh‘s (NYSE: OSK) defense segment, to the Kuwaiti government. The order is for 517 Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks and Heavy Equipment Transporters to support cargo transport, vehicle recovery and resupply operations by Kuwait’s land forces, the Defense
CSA Acquires Capstone, Secures Investment From Blue Delta; Lee Arroyo, Phil Nolan Quoted
M&A Activity

CSA Acquires Capstone, Secures Investment From Blue Delta; Lee Arroyo, Phil Nolan Quoted

Client Solution Architects, a provider of digital transformation services to the Department of Defense and other federal government clients, has purchased Capstone for an undisclosed sum as part of efforts to expand its portfolio and footprint in the federal information technology services market. CSA said Thursday the combined company is expected to have over $100
Valiant Buys ATS to Grow Government Logistics Support Work; Dan Corbett Quoted
M&A Activity

Valiant Buys ATS to Grow Government Logistics Support Work; Dan Corbett Quoted

Valiant Integrated Services has acquired Norfolk, Virginia-based Alliance Technical Services for an undisclosed sum in a move to expand logistics support work in the government sector. Valiant said Thursday it also looks to grow its customer base in the missile launch refurbishment and modernization segments through the acquisition. Dan Corbett, CEO of Valiant, noted that
Former McAfee Exec Ned Miller Joins Appgate to Lead Federal Pursuits
Executive Moves

Former McAfee Exec Ned Miller Joins Appgate to Lead Federal Pursuits

Ned Miller, former chief technology strategist at McAfee (Nasdaq: MCFE), has joined Appgate to serve as senior vice president and general manager of the cybersecurity company’s federal arm. He will be responsible for working with sales and technical teams to deliver zero-trust security products to clients, and leading market strategies that guide the company’s engagement
TRANSCOM Awards Up to $176M Contract Modification to 12 Businesses for Worldwide Shipment Services
Contract Awards

TRANSCOM Awards Up to $176M Contract Modification to 12 Businesses for Worldwide Shipment Services

Twelve businesses were awarded contract modification that exercised option period from Sept. 1, 2021, to Aug. 31, 2022, for worldwide cargo shipment and other transportation services in support of the U.S. Transportation Command. The awards range from $7.5 million to $176 million, depending on each individual order of international ocean and intermodal transportation service, the
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