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Omni Federal is pleased to announce a recent award to lead the development of SOCOM’s Enterprise Training Marketplace within Digital University. SOCOM recognized a need for a comprehensive, secure, and user-friendly marketplace where SOCOM units can easily explore, select, purchase, and manage approved training from reputable vendors. Speed, convenience, and flexibility are the three core principles of this simplified procurement process. SOCOM requires an Amazon-like platform with automated procurement features that can be easily changed and adapted to meet evolving mission requirements. This single mission-enabled platform will allow users to acquire the necessary training needs of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), Theater Special Operations Commands (TSOCs), Special Missions Units (SMUs), and SOCOM service components. We leveraged a deep understanding of SOCOM’s distinct enterprise training requirements to conceptualize a unique SOCOM Training Marketplace design within Digital University. Our initial focus is to create a streamlined user interface and enhance the user experience for effortless navigation through the extensive pool of 100+ SOCOM-specific vendors. To capture SOCOM stakeholder needs, Omni is applying our commercially proven Human-Centered Design process adapted to meet the mission and security needs of DoD agencies. Our scope of work includes integrating an easy-to-use and streamlined procurement process, initially developed, and validated by the Digital University Program Team to expedite the acquisition of training resources. The specific and unique SOCOM Training Marketplace procurement process seamlessly aligns with the well-defined and strategically crafted set of Digital University acquisition stages, enabling integration of the two to meet specific training requirements established by the SOCOM enterprise. We are thrilled at the opportunity to continue our development and expansion of Digital University to support the SOCOM Enterprise and Warfighter readiness across the DoD. #digitaltransformation #weareomnifederal #digital #learning #specialoperations #SOCOM #JSOC Digital University BESPIN USSOCOM

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🌟 Meet our incredible members! This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Tom McDaniel from L3Harris Technologies. Tom discusses how DII has helped him and his organization. What is one way that you and your organization use DII? To me the most valuable part of DII is networking with other members offline using Member Connect and in-person during the annual Best Practices Forum (BPF) to share ideas and learn how others are implementing their respective ethics programs. Check out his full spotlight at www.dii.org #DIICommunity #ethicsandcompliance

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Boosting, because your time is valuable, & Pete & Matt get right to the point with what you need to know. #acquisition #contracting

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The 2024 Defense Acquisition Workforce Writing Awards recognize original ideas and innovative approaches to tackling challenges and implementing acquisition flexibilities. The award winners showcased exceptional skill in enabling acquisition and achieving the goals set out in the National Defense Strategy (NDS) and were awarded at the event. “I’ve never seen a defense strategy that had so many phrases that tell you we need to do things differently,” noted DAU President Jim Woolsey. “Organizations don’t change easily,” Woolsey remarked. However, the acquisition community must innovate and adapt to address new challenges arising from the evolving global environment, near-peer competitors and rapid technological advancements. DoD has received “massive wake up calls” with lessons learned from evolving conflicts. These awards highlight the value Congress places on the workforces’ innovative ideas. The winners received their awards and presented their publications to program management students and guests during a ceremony at DAU on June 12, 2024. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eg7RmckU

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Connecting #Guardians to their leaders. Senior-level leaders from across Space Systems Command came together recently to discuss building better connections, Guardian culture, and the future of the hybrid workforce. Read more about the conference: 👇 https://lnkd.in/ehhHqkYQ

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US Navy awards Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems contract for AEGIS vertical launch systems support services. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eK7ytBiw ___ #ContractAwards #DOD #GovCon

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Small Contractors Set to Benefit from Strategic Alliances and Government Efforts in 2025 Small defense contractors stand to gain as the next administration pushes efficiency and cost cuts, increasing their Pentagon share. https://lnkd.in/gyVHGUsz

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𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐑𝐎 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 ANDRO Computational Solutions, LLC has been chosen for a prime contract award through the SeaPort Next Generation (NxG) program, the Navy Virtual SYSCOM Commanders’ integrated approach to contracting for professional support services. ANDRO is a provider of advanced software defined radio products including radio frequency machine learning (RFML) and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for wireless communications and networking. Under this contract, ANDRO will focus on delivering engineering, technical, and research services towards the development of engineering prototypes and production-ready capabilities at scale in the AI/wireless communications and RFML space. “We were notified of the award New Year’s Eve and what an exciting way to end 2024 and ring in 2025,” said ANDRO President Andrew Drozd. “The award further cements ANDRO’s position among an elite corps of ‘best-in-class’ government contractors from across the nation that are ready to respond to the Navy’s needs and complex service requirements related to AI, advanced wireless communications, and dynamic spectrum sharing among other areas. Our contributions will assist in assuring that the US Navy is well postured to sustain information dominance and spectrum superiority during these challenging geopolitical times.” Drozd attributes the SeaPort NxG award to Fred Frantz, ANDRO’s chief operations officer and capture manager. Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) Click the link below to read more from the Sentinel Media Company. https://lnkd.in/gZghi4ks #andro #androcs #androcomputationalsolutionsllc #ai #wirelesscommunications

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Heads Up...DoD News related to Architect - Engineering (AE) Services! (1) FINAL RULE Effective 8/26/2024 - DFARS Case 2024-D019 Architect and Engineering Service Fees. This rule changes DFARS to implement Section 2881 of the FY24 NDAA to increase the limitation of the contract price (i.e., "fee") for A-E services for the preparation and delivery of designs, plans, drawings, and specifications from 6% of the project's estimated construction cost to 10%. It is applicable to Army, Navy, and Air Force projects (references in 10 U.S.C. 7540,8612, and 9540). The new 10% limit replaces the 6% fee limitation on contract modifications for work not initially included in the contract and redesign, and applies only to that portion of the contract (or modification) price attributable to the preparation of designs, plans, drawings, and specifications. If a contract or modification also includes other services, the part of the price attributable to the other services is not subject to the fee limitation. (Personally, I've been waiting since the early 1990's for this percentage to change (and yes, I've been doing this THAT long). This makes it easier for small AE businesses to participate in the Federal space. So, YEA!) Permalink: https://lnkd.in/g7vF95R6 (2) PROPOSED RULE Comments due 9/27/2024 -- DFARS Case 2023-D007 Task Order and Delivery Order Contracting for Architectural and Engineering Services. This rules proposes a corresponding change to DFARS Subpart 216.5, Indefinite-Delivery Contracts, to require DoD Contracting Officers (KOs) to use qualification-based selections when awarding task orders and delivery orders for AE services that was previously implemented procedurally under FAR Subparts 16.500, 16.505, and 36.6 procedures in 2005 under the final rule for FAR Case 2004-001 Improvements in Contracting for Architect-Engineer Services. This proposed rule adds DoD-specific statutory guidance (10 U.S.C. 3406(h)(2)) to DFARS directing KOs not to request additional info regarding qualifications unless necessary to determine qualifications for a particular task order or delivery order under a multiple-award contract. There should be little to no impact from this proposed rule since there are no procedural changes, new clauses or provisions, and no new applicability in terms of thresholds or types of contracts. Permalink: https://lnkd.in/gwh2_38J

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𝗚𝗗𝗜𝗧 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗱 $𝟯𝟯𝟬𝗠 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗟𝗩𝗖 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝘆 General Dynamics Information Technology has secured two task orders worth $330 million from the U.S. Army Contracting Command – Orlando for mission training complexes support services. The first task order is valued at $180 million and will require GDIT to train Army Pacific soldiers ahead of their deployment. Under the second task order, worth $150 million, the company will deliver training services to the XVIII Airborne Corps. These new awards are under the MTCCS II IDIQ to which has a ceiling of $975 million. Training contracts are always big business in GovCon, and winning contracts like these require a finely developed solutions and understanding of competitors who can create scalable solutions. Partner with FedSavvy Strategies to boost your competitive advantage for your next bid. Learn more about how we can help guide you here: https://lnkd.in/gtNjy89S #GovCon #SmallBusiness #SuccessStories #Innovation #GovernmentContracts #training #LVC

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The Korea Defense Veterans Association (KDVA) is a nonprofit organization registered in Virginia with operations throughout the United States (U.S.) and the Republic of Korea (ROK). KDVA’s mission is to enhance the ROK-U.S. Alliance and support the Veterans who built the Alliance and continue to serve it. We are guided by our values of selfless service, being non-partisan, respecting the voices of our members and supporters, being dedicated to our mission and our members, educating Americans and Koreans about the importance of the Alliance and our Veterans, and connecting our members and supporters in person and virtually. KDVA is thankful for our unique position of being a Veterans organization and an Alliance thought leader. Our Board of Directors and Advisors volunteer to provide their leadership, expertise, and selfless contributions to ensure KDVA operates as a respected and recognized voice in the United States and Korea. KDVA’s first Strategic Plan took a comprehensive look at the current state of the organization and took into consideration our strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats so that we can develop strategic objectives, actions, and budgets to guide KDVA for the next five years. Through this process, the Association learned that we need to dedicate our time, effort, and resources to reaching more people, providing meaningful events and activities, bringing people together in person and online, and supporting our members with programs and opportunities to contribute their experiences and insights. KDVA wants this plan to be a coherent, practical, and living document that will allow the organization to accomplish its mission while attaining responsible and sustainable growth. In its first 7.5 years, KDVA has grown to over 35,000 members and 106,000 social media followers. But with this strategic plan, KDVA aims to reach more of the 3.5 million ROK and U.S. Korean War Veterans and 3.5 million ROK and U.S. Korea Defense Veterans ... and millions of their family members, friends, and supporters. KDVA greatly appreciates our fundraising partner, the Korea-US Alliance Foundation (KUSAF), for raising over 90% of KDVA’s funds. None of KDVA’s activities, which are all offered for free, would be possible without KUSAF. KDVA will adjust our spending based on its annual funding support from KUSAF. KDVA has a bright road ahead of bringing together Americans and Koreans for a common cause that will allow us to realize our vision to be the preeminent advocate and voice for the United States and Republic of Korea defense alliance and Veterans who served in Korea. Read Plan - https://lnkd.in/encY_PK5

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The defense landscape demands rapid integration of commercial space capabilities. Firms must act now to position themselves as essential partners. Interested companies should act now to capitalize on this opportunity. Contact CRG today to leverage our expertise and secure your position in this critical defense initiative. For more information, visit crgroupinc.com or contact us at contact@crgroupinc.com. #CommercialSpace #SpaceAcquisition #ISR #DefenseInnovation #SpaceForce #SatelliteTechnology #ISRIntegration #DefenseContracts #MilitarySpace #TacticalISR #SpaceSurveillance #SatelliteIndustry #DefenseStrategy #CommercialSatellites #TechInnovation

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The evolving global security landscape underscores the indispensable role of SOF in shaping and executing US military strategy. As the nature of warfare becomes increasingly complex and dynamic, SOF's agility, adaptability, and specialized capabilities are indispensable assets in confronting emerging threats and adversaries. The rise of strategic competition, characterized by the convergence of adversaries and the proliferation of disruptive technologies, necessitates a heightened reliance on SOF to maintain a competitive edge and safeguard national interests. Furthermore, the surge in demand for SOF missions, coupled with the evolving operational environment, underscores the criticality of sustained support and collaboration between USSOCOM and industry partners. By leveraging CRG's expertise in capturing, winning, and managing meaningful work with USSOCOM, GovCons/Industry can enhance SOF's operational effectiveness, technological superiority, and mission readiness in an era defined by strategic competition and rapid technological advancements. From capture to contract close-out, discover how our expertise can elevate your success. Visit https://crgroupinc.com/ or reach out to us at contact@crgroupinc.com to learn more. IL – VA – DC - Dubai, UAE #SOF #SOCOM #SpecialOperationsForces #SpecialOperationsCommand #GovCons #FedContractors #Multidomain #NationalDefense #StrategicCompetition #MilitaryTechnology #MissionReadiness #OperationalEffectiveness #USMilitary #DefenseContractors #DefenseInnovation

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SBIR and STTR programs are crucial for fostering innovation and economic growth. They provide small businesses with vital funding to develop groundbreaking technologies, reducing the financial risk associated with R&D. By encouraging collaboration between small businesses and research institutions, these programs accelerate the commercialization of new technologies, driving advancements in various industries. Ultimately, they help maintain the U.S. competitive edge in technology and support high-quality job creation. #SBIR #STTR

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