Military Moves, Measured: Why GAO’s Review of DOD’s Relocation Reforms Matters to Federal Contractors
GAO’s Sept. 2025 report on DOD’s military moves program explains why the Global Household Goods Contract failed: unreliable capacity data, blind spots in performance metrics, and unclear costs. Federal contractors should note the implications for pricing, telemetry, subcontractor incentives, and SCA compliance in future, large-scale service transitions.
Cutting $5 Billion in DoD Contracts: Secretary of Defense Orders Major Terminations
On April 10, 2025, the Secretary of Defense issued a sweeping memo terminating over $5 billion in IT, DEI, and consulting contracts, shifting focus to in-sourcing, cost control, and mission-critical priorities.
Updates to DoD Instruction 5000.80
The 2024 updates to DoD Instruction 5000.80, enhancing the Middle Tier of Acquisition pathway for rapid prototyping and fielding. Discover how these changes streamline processes, emphasize innovation, and align with the National Defense Strategy.
Tactical Aircraft Operations: Funding Patterns and Readiness Challenges
A GAO report on tactical aircraft highlights challenges in maintaining readiness across Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps fleets. Despite substantial O&M funding from 2018 to 2023, mission capable rates often fell short of goals. The report underscores the need for improved sustainment strategies and reassessment of contractor roles to enhance aircraft readiness.
Evolving Space Policy: The Latest Changes in DoD Directive 3100.10
This blog summarizes the key points and implications of the DoD's updated Directive 3100.10, effective October 15, 2024, highlighting the evolving role of space in U.S. military strategy, international cooperation, and commercial sector collaboration.
CDAO A2 Division's RFP for AI Assurance Portal Development
The CDAO A2 Division is looking for vendors to build an AI Assurance Portal and offer branding/digital marketing services. This initiative intends to improve AI assurance across the DoD by encouraging best practices and reliability in AI/ML systems. Learn more about the RFP and how it helps to ensure secure and effective AI in defense.
GAO Report Highlights Persistent Challenges in Speeding Up DOD Weapon Systems Development
GAO's annual assessment of DOD weapon systems highlights challenges in rapid technology deployment, recommending iterative development practices, enhanced software strategies, and improved cybersecurity and workforce capabilities to accelerate progress.