FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Giga Inc., Macon, Georgia, won a $250,000 federal contract from the General Services Administration's Federal Acquisition Service for household and commercial furnishings and appliances. more
$183,435 Federal Contract Awarded to Nationwide Pharmaceutical
BRONX, New York, Oct. 16 -- Nationwide Pharmaceutical LLC, San Antonio, Texas, won a $183,435 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center for access to an online drug information database for New York/New Jersey VA Health Care Network. more
$65,652 Federal Contract Awarded to Active Deployment Systems
EDINBURG, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Active Deployment Systems Inc., Spicewood, Texas, won a $65,652 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection for the rental of portable restrooms and shower combination trailers. more
$56,135 Federal Contract Awarded to Active Deployment Systems
EDINBURG, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Active Deployment Systems Inc., Spicewood, Texas, won a $56,135 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection for the rental of portable laundry trailers. more
$30,860 Federal Contract Awarded to Palmetto
JESUP, Georgia, Oct. 16 -- Palmetto, Florence, South Carolina, won a $30,860 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons for dairy items. more
$25,774 Federal Contract Awarded to ERA Health
CORALVILLE, Iowa, Oct. 16 -- ERA Health LLC, Fort Worth, Texas, won a $25,774 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for prosthetic grafts for the Iowa City VA Medical Center. more
MILITARY $959,890 Federal Contract Awarded to Souther On-Site
JACKSON, Mississippi, Oct. 15 -- Souther On-Site, Hattiesburg, Mississippi, won a federal contract set aside for small business valued at up to $959,890 from the Mississippi Army National Guard for portable latrines for the U.S. Property and Fiscal Office for Mississippi-Contracting Office in Flowood. more
$3.97 Million Federal Contract Awarded to Tarkik Solutions
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Tarkik Solutions Inc. won a $3,967,636 federal contract from U.S. Customs and Border Protection for application development support services. more
$367,179 Federal Contract Awarded to Cynergy Professional Systems
EATONTOWN, New Jersey, Oct. 15 -- Cynergy Professional Systems LLC, Laguna Hills, California, won a $367,179 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for telecommunication equipment and software licenses for the Tampa VA Medical Center Office of Information Technology, Florida. more
$219,197 Federal Contract Awarded to Internet Archive
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Internet Archive, San Francisco, California, won a $219,197 federal contract from the U.S. Library of Congress for digital archiving services. more
$129,997 Federal Contract Awarded to TSE Systems
DURHAM, North Carolina, Oct. 15 -- TSE Systems Inc., Chesterfield, Missouri, won a $129,997 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services's National Institutes of Health for a PhenomasterNG control system. more
$78,375 Federal Contract Awarded to George Blood Audio/Video/Film/Data
WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- George Blood Audio/Video/Film/Data, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, won a $78,375 federal contract from the U.S. Library of Congress for digitization of audio-visual materials. more
$76,800 Federal Contract Awarded to GPOD of Idaho
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Oct. 15 -- GPOD of Idaho, Shelley, Idaho, won a $76,800 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service for the lease or rental of facilities for 15 years. more
$57,850 Federal Contract Awarded to EMA Foods
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas, Oct. 15 -- EMA Foods Co. LLC, Tupelo, Mississippi, won a $57,850 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons for chicken products for the Federal Correctional Institution in Lompoc, California. more
$52,500 Federal Contract Awarded to Edgardo Gonzalez
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, Oct. 15 -- Edgardo Gonzalez, San Juan, Puerto Rico, won a $52,500 federal contract from the U.S. Forest Service for forest restoration manager and technical support services for the International Institute of Tropical Forestry. more
$50,001 Federal Contract Awarded to Enevo
CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, Oct. 15 -- Enevo Inc., Boston, Massachusetts, won a $50,001 federal contract from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for dumpster sensor monitors. more
$44,800 Federal Contract Awarded to Truss Medical Repair Solutions
HAMPTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 -- Truss Medical Repair Solutions Inc., Ellenwood, Georgia, won a $44,800 federal contract set aside for service-disabled veteran-owned small business from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for the preventative maintenance of injector systems at W.G. Hefner Medical Center, Salisbury, and VA Health Care Center in Kernersville and Charlotte, North Carolina. more
$35,352 Federal Contract Awarded to Kongsberg Underwater Technology
ALPENA, Oct. 15 -- Kongsberg Underwater Technology Inc., Lynnwood, Washington, won a $35,352 federal contract from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service for miniature wide band echo sounder transceivers for the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office. more
$35,180 Federal Contract Awarded to Clipper Commodities
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas, Oct. 15 -- Clipper Commodities Inc., Pasadena, California, won a $35,180 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons for cheese products for the Lompoc Federal Correctional Complex. more
$30,116 Federal Contract Awarded to East Baking
JESUP, Georgia, Oct. 15 -- East Baking Co., Holyoke, Massachusetts, won a $30,116 federal contract from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons for bread for the Jesup Federal Correctional Institution. more
$19,200 Federal Contract Awarded to EMA Foods
GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas, Oct. 15 -- EMA Foods Co. LLC, Tupelo, Mississippi, won a $19,200 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons for pork products for the Federal Correctional Institution in Lompoc, California. more
$9,990 Federal Contract Awarded to Subtronic
SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 15 -- Subtronic Corp., Martinez, California, won a $9,990 federal contract from the U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation for underground utility locating services in support of the Shasta Dam raising. more
$9,925 Federal Contract Awarded to A.F. Wendling
ASHLAND, Kentucky, Oct. 15 -- A.F. Wendling Inc., Buckhannon, West Virginia, won a $9,925 federal contract set aside for small business from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Prisons for subsistence items for the Ashland Federal Correctional Institution. more
Tipoffs -- Federal Contract Solicitations: Opportunities
Agency for Global Media Seeks Internet Anti-Censorship Tools
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Agency for Global Media has issued a solicitation (951700-19-R-0001) for internet anti-censorship tools to counter foreign government-sponsored internet censorship controls.
The notice states: "The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) oversees the mission and operation of several overseas broadcasting entities of the United States Government (USG). The USAGM's Office of Internet Freedom (OIF) supports the operations of several USG broadcasters, including more
Agency for Global Media Seeks Internet Anti-Censorship Tools for Desktop Software
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Agency for Global Media has issued a solicitation (951700-19-R-0003) for internet anti-censorship tools for desktop software.
The notice states: "The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) oversees the mission and operation of several overseas broadcasting entities of the United States Government (USG). The USAGM's Office of Internet Freedom (OIF) supports the operations of several USG broadcasters, including the Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Asia (RF more
Agency for Global Media Seeks Internet Anti-Censorship Tools for Mobile Application
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Agency for Global Media has issued a solicitation (951700-19-R-0002) for internet anti-censorship tools for mobile application.
The notice states: "The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) oversees the mission and operation of several overseas broadcasting entities of the United States Government (USG). The USAGM's Office of Internet Freedom (OIF) supports the operations of several USG broadcasters, including the Voice of America (VOA), Radio Free Asia ( more
Army Seeks Lease of Sewer Vacuum Truck in New York
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Army has issued a solicitation (DPW8802001) for the lease of a sewer vacuum truck in Fort Drum, New York.
Response Date: Oct. 22, 2018; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: W - Lease or Rental of equipment; NAICS code for this procurement is 532490. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=f6984209ac7f67d67bc2ce091cdd674d&tab=core&_cview=0 more
Army Seeks Liquid Nitrogen Generator System in West Point, New York
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Army has issued a solicitation (DRUMUSMACLSTMH0015) for a liquid nitrogen generator system in West Point, New York.
The notice states: "The MICC End User requires the following items, Brand Name or Equal, to the following: LI 001: Liquid Nitrogen Generating System - * The system must operate on 115 VAC, 60Hz, Single Phase power source on a 20 Amp GFI circuit for the Compressor and Liquefier, respectively. * The system must be designed for indoor use. * Power cons more
Department of Justice Seeks Grease Trap Pumping Services in South Carolina
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice has issued a solicitation (15B31719QUP130004) for grease trap pumping services at the Federal Correctional Institution, Bennettsville, South Carolina.
The notice states: "Pump and remove all liquid and solid material from two (2) (5,000) gallon grease traps (#1) located inside the secure perimeter fence at rear of the Facilities building for the [CI Food Service and number (#2) located at the FPC, near the loading dock behind the [PC Food Se more
DLA Seeks Rifle Bipods in Columbus, Ohio
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a sources sought notice (SPE7LX19R0017) for rifle bipods in Columbus, Ohio.
Response Date: Oct. 22, 2018; Classification Code: 10 - Weapons; NAICS Code: 332 - Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing/332994 - Small Arms, Ordnance, and Ordnance Accessories Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=5fd506dddaddd3db702654755870f40d&tab=core&_cview=0 more
DOD Seeks Television, Internet Services in Mississippi
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Washington Headquarters Services has issued a sources sought notice (HQ003419R0006) for resident television and internet services in support of the Armed Forces Retirement Home Campuses in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Response Date: Oct. 19, 2018; Classification Code: D - Information technology services, including telecommunications services; NAICS Code: 515 - Broadcasting (except Internet)/515210 - Cable and Other Subscription Programming. For more information: https://www more
Homeland Security Seeks Various Equipment Rental, Installation of Ballistic Glass
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Homeland Security has issued a solicitation (70US0919Q70090002) for the rental of tents, generators, light towers, mobile offices, restroom trailers, bike racks, fencing, and installation of ballistic glass at various site locations within the Mar-A-Lago resort, Palm Beach, Florida.
Response Date: Nov. 7, 2018; Classification Code: W - Lease or Rental of equipment; NAICS Code: 532 - Rental and Leasing Services/532490 - Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery an more
Library of Congress Seeks Commvault Enterprise Software Maintenance Services
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Library of Congress has issued a solicitation (030ADV19Q0021) for the Commvault enterprise software maintenance services.
Response Date: Oct. 30, 2018; Classification Code: D - Information technology services, including telecommunications services; NAICS Code: 511 - Publishing Industries (except Internet)/511210 - Software Publishers. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=280fc4b623b53aa102069d2397e3d10a&tab=core&_cview=0 more
NHTSA Seeks Law Enforcement Liaison Support Services
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a sources sought notice (693JJ918RQ001033) for law enforcement liaison support services.
The notice states: "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) mission is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce traffic-related health care and other economic costs. The agency develops, promotes, and implements effective educational, engineering, and enforcement more
NHTSA Seeks Media Communications Support Services
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a sources sought notice (693JJ918RQ001229) for media communications support services.
The notice states: "The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) mission is to save lives, prevent injuries, and reduce traffic-related health care and other economic costs. The agency develops, promotes, and implements effective educational, engineering, and enforcement pro more
Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. Seeks Early Warning, eFiling System Support Services
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. has issued a solicitation (16PBGC19R0005) for early warning and e-filing system support services.
Response Date: Dec. 20, 2018; Classification Code: R - Professional, administrative, and management support services; NAICS Code: 541 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services/541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=1c39 more
USAF Seeks Fiber Lasers in Colorado
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force has issued a sources sought notice (FA700019Q0004) for high power, mode-locked fiber lasers at the USAF Academy, Colorado.
The notice states: "The minimum specifications for the high power, mode-locked fiber laser are: Center wavelength in the range of 1020 to 1060 nm; Incorporated frequency-doubling to output a 510 - 530 nm laser beam; Pulse durations of less than 500 fs; Pulse energies of greater than or equal to 2 uJ; An incorporated system to select more
USAF Seeks Installation of Storage Aids System in New Mexico
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a solicitation (FA8604-19-R-8118) for the installation of a storage aids system at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico.
Response Date: Nov. 15, 2018; Classification Code: 39 - Materials handling equipment; NAICS Code: 333 - Machinery Manufacturing/333922 - Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=12f5a4e39665319cbc6c435f5bed1e10&tab=core&_cview=0 more
USAF Seeks Insulation Blankets in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a pre-solicitation (FA811919Q0003) for insulation blankets for Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Response Date: Nov. 2, 2018; Classification Code: 16 - Aircraft components & accessories; NAICS Code: 336 - Transportation Equipment Manufacturing/336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=0bdaab4473ee4d3b859e979e9d0bbde3&tab=core&_cvie more
USAF Seeks Neodymium-Doped Yttrium Aluminum Garnet Laser System
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force has issued a sources sought notice (FA700019Q0005) for a neodymium-doped yttrium aluminum garnet laser system at the USAF Academy, Colorado.
The notice states: "The purpose of this notice is to identify companies capable and qualified to manufacture or provide one Q-Switched Nd:YAG Laser System with OPO and Harmonic Extensions for the United States Air Force Academy."
Response Date: Nov. 1, 2018; Classification Code: 66 - Instruments & laboratory equip more
USAF Seeks Pilot Training Next in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a sources sought notice (FA8617-19-PTN-0001) for Pilot Training Next at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Response Date: Oct. 24, 2018; Classification Code: 15 - Aircraft & airframe structural components; NAICS Code: 336 - Transportation Equipment Manufacturing/336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=5f54aa82639ff5f4b76acc5900313 more
USAF Seeks Repair of Heat Exchanger in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a pre-solicitation (FA8118-19-R-0005) for repair of the heat exchanger at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
The notice states: "Item 0001: Repair/Recore pf the B-1 Heat Exchanger, Basic Year plus Four - 1 Year Option Years; NSN: 1660-01-548-7130 P/N UA537577-6; best estimated quantity (BEQ) of 6 each/year Item 0002: Repair/Recore pf the B-1 Heat Exchanger, Basic Year plus Four - 1 Year Option Years; NSN: 1660-01-374-8668 P/N U more
USAF Seeks to Replace Lift Station in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Space Command has issued a pre-solicitation (FA2521-19-B-0001) to replace the lift station at Patrick Air Force Base, Florida. The magnitude of effort is from $250,000 to $500,000.
Set Aside: HUBZone; Classification Code: Y - Construction of structures and facilities; NAICS Code: 237 - Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction/237110 - Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode= more
USCG Seeks Barge Rental Services in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a solicitation (70Z085-19-Q-P3006200) for barge rental services for the USCG Cutter Hamilton at Naval Station Mayport, Florida
Response Date: Oct. 24, 2018; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: 20 - Ship and marine equipment; NAICS Code: 336 - Transportation Equipment Manufacturing/336611 - Ship Building and Repairing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=ea0f2fd8c1cf8e59dd6895db2af7bd1d&tab more
VA Seeks Ambulatory Cardiac Telemetry Services in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a solicitation (36C24819Q0034) for ambulatory cardiac telemetry services at Gainesville VA Medical Center, Florida.
The notice states: "Ambulatory Cardiac Telemetry for patients experiencing intermittent symptoms, such as palpitations, syncope, dizziness and shortness of breath. Patients are provided with a sensor and cell phone and monitored in real time via an embedded algorithm and cellular communication. The device mu more
VA Seeks to Replace Surgery Curtainwall in Ohio
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a pre-solicitation (36C25019B0002) to replace surgery curtainwall at the Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, Ohio. The project magnitude is from $500,000 to $1 million.
Response Date: Nov. 26, 2018; Classification Code: Y - Construction of structures and facilities; NAICS Code: 236 - Construction of Buildings/236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=o more
Army Seeks Linear Sleeves, Shafts in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a solicitation (W44W9M-19-T-0008) for linear sleeves and shafts at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, Oklahoma.
Response Date: Oct. 18, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 95 - Metal bars, sheets & shapes; NAICS Code: 331 - Primary Metal Manufacturing/331318 - Other Aluminum Rolling, Drawing, and Extruding. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=16495c7a5f90760a7389e4091176505a more
Army Seeks Modular Office in McAlester, Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a solicitation (W52P1J-19-T-3001) for a modular office at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, Oklahoma.
The notice states: "ACC-RI has a requirement for a Modular Office and additional fixtures, in support of MCAAP. Modular Office and additional fixtures must meet the specifications and quantities listed below. Modular Office: 16'(Depth) X 32' (Width) X 8' (Height); Steel Frame Construction; Class A Panels (Fire & Sound Rated) more
Army Seeks Refuse Collection, Recycling Services in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a sources sought notice (W15QKN-19-Q-1014) for refuse collection and recycling services at the TGST Vernon McGarrity Memorial U.S. Army Reserve Center, Coraopolis; and PVT Sterling L. Morelock U.S. Army Reserve Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Response Date: Oct. 19, 2018; Classification Code: 99 - Miscellaneous; NAICS Code: 562 - Waste Management and Remediation Services/562111 - Solid Waste Collection. For more information: more
Army Seeks to Build Metal Planers in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a solicitation (W44W9M-19-T-0009) to build metal planers at the Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, Oklahoma.
Response Date: Oct. 18, 2018; Classification Code: 49 - Maintenance & repair shop equipment; NAICS Code: 333 - Machinery Manufacturing/333517 - Machine Tool Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=2090a9069be9d27afe179a501d5297a0&tab=core&_cview=0 more
DLA Seeks Access Controls Systems Maintenance in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a solicitation (SP4701-18-Q-0141) for the maintenance of access controls systems at the DLA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Response Date: Oct. 16, 2018; Classification Code: J - Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment; NAICS Code: 541 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services/541519 - Other Computer Related Services. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=0d18141ae915055363dafa2a06466776&t more
DLA Seeks Food Support in 4 States
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a pre-solicitation (RFICONUS101118) for food support for military and federally funded customers in the Delaware, Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia areas.
The notice states: "DLA Troop Support's Continental United States Subsistence Prime Vendor (CONUS SPV) Program Office is interested in your comments regarding food support for our military and federally funded customers in the Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, and Washington D.C more
DLA Seeks Vehicle Maintenance Kits in Ohio
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a pre-solicitation (SPE7L218RX016) for vehicle maintenance kits in Columbus, Ohio.
Response Date: Oct. 31, 2018; Classification Code: 49 - Maintenance & repair shop equipment; NAICS Code: 336 - Transportation Equipment Manufacturing/336992 - Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=cecf6750c3d2dc73880aed37df032a06&tab=core&_cview=0 more
DLA Seeks Water-Handling Accessories in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Defense Logistics Agency has issued a sources sought notice (SPE8EH19QXXXX) for water-handling accessories at the DLA, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Response Date: Nov. 1, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 12 - Fire control equipment; NAICS Code: 333 - Machinery Manufacturing/333999 - All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=fe04f6051466fb221ffa25b160d08089& more
DOD Seeks Conference Organizer in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Special Operations Command has issued a sources sought notice (H92222SOFICCONF) for a conference organizer in Tampa, Florida.
The notice states: "U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking interested organizations/associations to plan, coordinate and execute the annual Special Operations Forces Industry Conference (SOFIC) from calendar year 2020 through 2022. The selected entity will be responsible for each SOFIC conference between 2020 and 2022 (3 conf more
DOD Seeks Snow, Debris Removal Services in Maine
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Defense Finance and Accounting Service has issued a solicitation (KOACO19RL002) for snow, ice and debris removal services at the Limestone Facility, Maine.
Response Date: Oct. 22, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: S - Utilities and housekeeping services; NAICS Code: 561 - Administrative and Support Services/561730 - Landscaping Services. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=c0508ed009fdb1dc2e08b37efd832090&tab= more
DOD Seeks to Repair Bauer Compressor Units in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Special Operations Command has issued a sources sought notice (H92239-19-Q-0001) to repair the Bauer compressor units and Seccant filtration systems at the U.S Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School, Key West, Florida.
The notice states: "The United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC), is seeking to identify sources that are capable of providing the below annual maintenance service (ensure that all other aspects are properly operating, more
Florida Army National Guard Seeks Healthcare Services in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Florida Army National Guard has issued a solicitation (W911YN19Q0001) for healthcare services in support of soldier medical readiness in Florida.
The notice states: "Services will be required onsite on the following dates at the indicated locations and will include the identified services as well as Soldier records review and update: 14-15 Nov, Camp Blanding, Starke, FL for 335 Soldiers (blood draw, vision, hearing, vitals, EKG, DNA, HIV, G6PD, Blood Type, Urine HCG, more
Maritime Administration Seeks to Renovate Lower Roosevelt Sports Facility
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration has issued a pre-solicitation (693JF719R000002) for the renovation of the Lower Roosevelt sports facility at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, New York.
The notice states: "The work for this project will mainly consist of renovating the current facility and to construction of a new entrance, new press-box, spectator seating stands and baseball dugouts. In addition, the project requires the instal more
National Archives and Records Administration Seeks Document Destruction Services
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The National Archives and Records Administration has issued a solicitation (88310319Q00004) for off-site commercial document destruction services at the Federal Records Centers, Dayton, Fairfield and Kingsridge, Ohio.
The notice states: "The Records Centers require destruction of Federal Records and the Contractor is to remove accumulations of Federal Records that are ready for destruction. The Records Centers may have record groups varying in quality and quantity. The Co more
USAF Seeks Chapel Support Services for Protestant Religious Education Program
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Combat Command has issued a sources sought notice (SJAFB_Protestant-Rel-Ed-Coordinator) for chapel support services for Protestant Religious Education Program at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina.
The notice states: "Contractor shall develop, execute and manage a comprehensive religious education program for the military members and their dependents of SJAFB to include, but not limited to, coordination of all Religious Education program planning, more
USAF Seeks Fuel Pump Test Stand Upgrade in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a solicitation (FA8125-19-R-0002) to upgrade a fuel pump test stand at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Response Date: Dec. 3, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: 49 - Maintenance & repair shop equipment; NAICS Code: 335 - Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing/335314 - Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=c3fd more
USAF Seeks Laser Scanner in Enid, Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (LaserScanner-113790) for laser scanners at Vance Air Force Base, Enid, Oklahoma.
The notice states: "The requirement is for Faro LS-8-M-70 or equal: 3D_HW_LS_FocusM 70 with: 1x: FocusM70, with HDR photography, with GPS, compass, altimeter (barometer); dual-axis compensator, WLAN, IP rating 54; 1x: Battery Power Block; 1x: Battery Power Dock; 1x: 90w power supply; 1x: Optic Cleaning Fluid; 3x: Optic Cle more
USAF Seeks Refuse Collection Services in North Carolina
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Combat Command has issued a sources sought notice (SJAFB_Ft-Fisher-Refuse) for refuse collection services at the Fort Fisher Recreational Area, Kure Beach, North Carolina.
The notice states: "Frequency of collections will be weekly at the following locations: Pickup Point #1 2 each in dumpster enclosure by Bldg. 304; Pickup Point #2 2 each in dumpster enclosure by Bldg. 315; Pickup Point #3 FAM Camp; Pickup Point #4 By Volleyball Court; Pickup Point #5 Bldg. more
USAF Seeks Spectrometer in Colorado
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force has issued a sources sought notice (FA700019Q0003) for a nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer at the USAF Academy, Colorado.
The notice states: "The minimum specifications for the NMR spectrometer are: Must be a 90 MHz, 2.1T Spectrometer; Must include installation of instrument and end-user training; Must include shielded magnet; Must include dual channel 13C/1H probe with two sample spinners; Must be a cryogen-free NMR; Must include a minimum 24 aut more
USAF Seeks to Repair Aircraft Electrical Control Units in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a sources sought notice (FA8117-18-SS-0034) to repair KC-135 electrical control units, C-130 air pressure controllers and F-16 digital engine start system controllers at Tinker Air Force Base, Oklahoma.
Response Date: Nov. 9, 2018; Classification Code: J - Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment; NAICS Code: 336 - Transportation Equipment Manufacturing/336413 - Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. more
USAF Seeks Vacuum Excavators in Oklahoma
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Air Education and Training Command has issued a solicitation (VacuumExcavationSystem-113793) for vacuum excavators at Vance Air Force Base, Enid, Oklahoma.
The notice states: "The requirement is for HX30/VT24 Vacuum Excavator or equal, comes with: Kubota D1105 24.8/18.5 KW HP engine; 800 gallon spoils tank; 400 gallon water tank, reverse flow; VT24ft trailer; Hydrolic Doors; 3" suction hose, 3" suction tool wash wand and turbo nozzle; 2.5 gallon fuel tank; 512 CF more
USAID Seeks Program Economics Officer
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Agency for International Development has issued a solicitation (7200AA19R00003) for program economics officer for the Office of Afghanistan and Pakistan Affairs.
The notice states: "The purpose of the position is to plan and carry out programs in various administrative areas, such as human resources, supply, records management, management and program analysis, forms management, budget, etc., to provide for the administrative support of organizations. The employee more
USCG Seeks to Repair Propeller Assemblies of Aircraft in North Carolina
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a sources sought notice (70Z03819IW0000001) to repair propeller assemblies and components utilized on HC-27J and HC-130J at the Aviation Logistics Center, Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
Response Date: Oct. 26, 2018; Classification Code: J - Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment; NAICS Code: 488 - Support Activities for Transportation/488190 - Other Support Activities for Air Transportation. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov more
VA Seeks Elevators Maintenance in Colorado
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a sources sought notice (36C25919Q0018) for the maintenance of elevators at the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center, Aurora, Colorado.
Response Date: Oct. 30, 2018; Classification Code: J - Maintenance, repair & rebuilding of equipment; NAICS Code: 238 - Specialty Trade Contractors/238290 - Other Building Equipment Contractors. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=51c72b364efdffbfdab more
VA Seeks to Renovate Specialty Care in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a pre-solicitation (36C24419R0006) to renovate the specialty care at the VA Medical Center, Altoona, Pennsylvania. The magnitude for this construction is from $1 million to $5 million.
The notice states: "This project will remodel the old surgery area for Specialty Care. This project will aid the medical center in designing a Veteran-centric health care system with the required infrastructure to help Veterans navigate the more
VA Seeks Tree Trimming Services in Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has issued a solicitation (36C24419Q0037) for tree trimming services at the VA Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Response Date: Oct. 25, 2018; Set Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business; Classification Code: F - Natural resources & conservation services; NAICS Code: 561 - Administrative and Support Services/561730 - Landscaping Services. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=42 more
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 -- The Government Accountability Office has issued a report on the Department of Defense's document services. The report (GAO-19-71) is titled "Document Services: DOD Should Take Actions to Achieve Further Efficiencies".
The report was sent to Sen. James M. Inhofe, R-Oklahoma, chairman, Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, Rep. Mac Thornberry, R-Texas, chairman, and Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, ranking member of the House A more
Sen. McConnell Issues Statement on Economy
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 -- Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following statement, which was published in the Congressional Record on Oct. 10, on the economy:
Mr. President, one final matter. While the Senate was focused on Justice Kavanaugh's confirmation last Friday, our economy reached a major milestone. According to the latest Department of Labor report, unemployment in the United States of America has now fallen to 3.7 percent. That is the lowest unemployment rate since 1969. It is n more
72 Congressmembers Condemn Transfer of Migrant Children to Tent City in Letter to HHS and DHS Secretaries
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-California, issued the following news release:
Congresswomen Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), the co-chairs of the Women's Working Group on Immigration Reform, and Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren (CA-19) recently led a group of 72 members of Congress in sending a letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar condemning the Trump Administration's transfer of more than 1,600 children in the dead more
Cassidy, McCaskill Introduce Transparency Legislation Targeting Opioid Manufacturers' Payments to Advocacy Groups
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), and Claire McCaskill (D-MO) today introduced the Opioid Advocacy Transparency Act, bipartisan legislation requiring opioid manufacturers to disclose payments made to patient and consumer organizations involved in opioid-related advocacy--similar to existing disclosure requirements governing payments to physicians.
The senators' bipartisan legislation more
Gillibrand, Blumenthal Lead Group of 11 Senators Demanding Respect for Female Servicemembers and Commitment to Pentagon's Ongoing Combat Integration Efforts
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
Following comments by Defense Secretary James N. Mattis that "the jury is out" on whether women can be successful in military combat roles, U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) wrote a letter to Secretary Mattis outlining the Defense Department's own hard-fought progress in opening all combat roles to women and urging him not to stand in the way of contin more
Hill Awards Golden Fleece to VA for $10 Million in Wasteful Spending
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, issued the following statement after the passing of Arkansas's 'Hidden Figure', Raye Montague.
Congressman French Hill (R-AR) named the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as the latest winner of the Golden Fleece Award for wasting over $10 million on 'unwarranted medical reexaminations for disability benefits.'
"Giving unnecessary, redundant examinations is not only a waste of taxpayer dollars, but it also takes away resources from th more
On Senate Floor, Portman Discusses Opioid Epidemic's Impact on the Growing Economy
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
On the Senate floor today, U.S. Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) discussed the positive results happening across the country as a result of tax-reform and regulatory relief--and the benefits he has seen for workers, families, and businesses across Ohio. Portman has held a dozen roundtables with small businesses and visited 22 Ohio businesses that have reinvested in their operations or their workers--and more
Pa Democrats Release Report on the Administration's Threat to Pennsylvanians With Pre-Existing Conditions
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Conor Lamb, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
Today, U.S. Representatives Mike Doyle (PA-14), Robert Brady (PA-01), Matt Cartwright (PA-17), Brendan Boyle (PA-13), Dwight Evans (PA-02), and Conor Lamb (PA-18) released a report detailing how people in Pennsylvania would be hurt by the Trump Administration's action to invalidate protections for people with pre-existing conditions that were guaranteed by the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
"More than 5 mill more
Ranking Member Grijalva, Leading Committee Democrats Urge Repeal of DOI 'Secret Science' Order, Recommitment to Scientific Integrity
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Arizona, ranking Democratic member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release:
Ranking Member Raul M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.) and leading Democratic Committee members sent a letter (http://bit.ly/2pNWKep) today to Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke urging him to rescind a recent Secretarial Order that threatens to further politicize how science is used across the Department of the Interior (DOI). The "Promoting Open Science" more
Rep. Davis Condemns Transfer of Migrant Children to Tent City in Dark of Night in Letter to HHS and DHS Secretaries
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Danny K. Davis, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
I have joined with 71 other members of Congress in sending a letter to Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar condemning the Trump Administration's transfer of more than 1,600 children in the dead of night to an Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) tent city in Tornillo, Texas. The letter also expresses concern that sponsors for these children may face increased enforcement acti more
Rep. Jackson Lee Issues Statement on Violence Against Women Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, ranking member of the House Judiciary subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security and Investigations and senior member of the House Judiciary, Homeland Security and Budget Committees, issued the following statement on the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act:
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security and Investigations, and senior member more
Report Rebuts President's Claims of Helping 'Forgotten Men and Women' of Pennsylvania
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Michael F. Doyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
US Representatives Mike Doyle (PA-14), Brendan Boyle (PA-13) and Dwight Evans (PA-02) held a press call with reporters this morning to "pre-but" President Trump's stump speech this evening in Erie.
"Before the President comes to Pennsylvania and tries to convince everybody what a bang-up job Republicans have done over the last year and a half, we wanted to take a look at the how most Pennsylvanians more
Reps. Roybal-Allard, DeLauro Request Briefing From HHS Secretary Azar and DHS Secretary Nielsen on Prolonged Detention of Unaccompanied Children
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Rep. Lucille Roybal-Allard, D-California, issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security, and Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, sent a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Alex Azar and Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen requ more
Sen. Brown Issues Statement at Hearing on Cryptocurrency, Blockchain
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following opening statement at a hearing entitled "Exploring the Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Ecosystem":
"Thank you, Chairman Crapo, for holding this hearing. And thank you to Mr. Van Valkenburgh and Dr. Roubini for your testimony.
"Today's hearing happens to fall just shy of the tenth anniversary of bitcoin and the blockchain being introduced to the world more
Sen. Carper Highlights EPA's Irresponsible, Short-Sighted Move to Dismantle Clean Power Plan
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Sen. Tom Carper, D-Delaware, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release:
Today, Senator Tom Carper (D-Del.), top Democrat on the Environment and Public Works Committee, submitted a statement for the record for Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control's (DNREC) meeting to solicit public comment on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to replace the Clean Po more
Sen. Durbin Calls on President Trump and Republicans to Get Tough on Combating Climate Change
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
Following the release of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's (UN IPCC) report on Monday, U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today called on President Trump and Congressional Republicans to take immediate action to limit human-induced global warming. In a speech on the Senate floor, Durbin also urged President Trump to rethink his decision to leave the Paris Climate more
Sen. Flake Issues Remarks on Free Press
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Arizona, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following floor remarks in defense of a free press:
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With the disappearance and apparent brutal murder of Saudi Arabian journalist Jamal Khashoggi, Flake again cautioned against the use of language that empowers authoritarian governments and oppressive regimes:
"We in this body had best be very clear about who the enemies of the people are and who they are not. more
Sen. Gardner Signs Letter Triggering Global Magnitsky Investigation Into Disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Cory Gardner, R-Colorado, issued the following news release:
Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) signed on to a bipartisan letter sent to President Donald TrumpWednesday by U.S. Senators Bob Corker (R-TN), Bob Menendez (D-NJ), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Patrick Leahy (D-VT) that triggered an investigation and Global Magnitsky sanctions determination regarding the disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi, a Saudi journalist and columnist for The Washington Post. Khashog more
Sen. Heinrich Cosponsors Bill to Grow Workforce in Rural Communities
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) is an original cosponsor of the Invest in America Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senator Angus King (I-Maine) to create competitive grant programs to expand the workforce, modernize training tools, and promote job creation-especially in rural communities. The bill would establish two complementary grant programs through the Department of Labor to more
Sen. Markey: Preliminary Report on Columbia Gas Disaster Contains More Questions Than Answers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass) today responded to the preliminary report released by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) in its investigation of the Merrimack Valley over-pressurization disaster.
While this report provides some additional context on the timeline of events leading up to and directly following the incident--which left one person dead, more than 20 injur more
Sen. Murray Pushes Surgeon General to Address Rising STD Rates
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, ranking Democratic member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news release:
Yesterday, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Ranking Member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, sent a letter to Surgeon General Jerome Adams pressing him to take steps to address the rising number of sexually transmitted disease (STD) cases. The Senator also stressed the disproportio more
Sen. Portman on Bloomberg: The Economy is on a Good Trajectory Right Now
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
In an interview with Bloomberg's Daybreak this morning, Senator Portman discussed the economy, the equity markets, and trade relations with China. He voiced concern about China's unfair trade practices and the need to create a more level playing field on trade with China. Portman also highlighted the importance of independence of the Federal Reserve and the current strength of the U.S. economy.
E more
Senate Energy Committee Issues Testimony From FERC on Blackstart
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following testimony by David Ortiz, acting director of the Office of Electric Reliability of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, at a hearing to examine blackstart and other system restoration plans in the electric utility industry:
"Chairman Murkowski, Ranking Member Cantwell, and Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today. My name is David Ortiz. I am the Acting Director of more
Senate Energy Committee Issues Testimony From National Renewable Energy Laboratory
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following testimony by Juan Torres, associate laboratory director for energy systems integration at the Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory, at a hearing to examine blackstart and other system restoration plans in the electric utility industry:
"Chairman Murkowski, Ranking Member Cantwell, members of the Committee, thank you for this opportunity to discuss the importance of blackstart and more
Senate Energy Committee Issues Testimony From PJM Interconnection
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following testimony by Andrew Ott, president and CEO of PJM Interconnection, at a hearing to examine blackstart and other system restoration plans in the electric utility industry:
"Thank you for the opportunity to testify today. I am Andrew Ott and serve as President and CEO of PJM Interconnection. PJM is the regional transmission organization responsible for the reliable operation of the bulk electric power gr more
Senate Energy Committee Issues Testimony From Utilities Technology Council
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee issued the following testimony by Joy Ditto, president and CEO of the Utilities Technology Council, at a hearing to examine blackstart and other system restoration plans in the electric utility industry:
"Chairman Murkowski, Ranking Member Cantwell, and Members of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee:
"Thank you for the invitation to testify on examining blackstart--the process of returning energy to the powe more
Senate Transportation Subcommittee Issues Testimony From GAO Director on Coast Guard, NOAA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation subcommittee on Oceans, Atmosphere, Fisheries and the Coast Guard issued the following testimony by Marie A. Mak, director of contracting and national security acquisitions at the Government Accountability Office, at a hearing entitled "Future of the Fleets: Coast Guard and NOAA Ship Recapitalization":
"Chairman Sullivan, Ranking Member Baldwin, and Members of the Subcommittee:
"I am pleased to be here today to discuss key more
Sens. Cardin, Klobuchar, Van Hollen Introduce Bill to Mandate Transparency for Election Security Systems
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Benjamin Cardin, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Amy Klobuchar, Ranking Member of the Senate Rules Committee (D-Minn.), and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) have introduced legislation to bring greater transparency to America's election systems in an effort to protect our country from foreign interference, as occurred in the 2016 presidential election. The "Election Systems Integrity Act," (S. 3572) would require more
Sens. Collins, Van Hollen, Cardin Introduce Protect Our Elections Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release:
Today U.S. Senators Susan Collins (R-Maine), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), and Ben Cardin (D-Md.) introduced the Protect Our Elections Act, which would prohibit foreign adversaries from owning and controlling the companies supporting American elections. Our intelligence chiefs have made it clear that hostile foreign actors continue to work to disrupt our democratic process by any means possible. more
Sens. Markey, Cortez Masto, Brown Demand Answers From Administration Over Reports of Chinese Manipulation of U.S. Technology
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and Ranking Member of its East Asia Subcommittee, led a letter with fellow Senate Democrats Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), calling on the Trump administration to look into reports of Chinese government efforts to secretly manipulate U.S. technology. According to a Octobe more
Sens. Van Hollen, Collins, Cardin Introduce Protect Our Elections Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
Today U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and Ben Cardin (D-Md.) introduced the Protect Our Elections Act, which would prohibit foreign adversaries from owning and controlling the companies supporting American elections. Our intelligence chiefs have made it clear that hostile foreign actors continue to work to disrupt our democratic process by any means possibl more
Van Hollen, Cardin, Klobuchar Introduce Bill to Mandate Transparency for Election Security Systems
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The office of Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) have introduced legislation to bring greater transparency to America's election systems in an effort to protect our country from foreign interference, as occurred in the 2016 presidential election. The "Election Systems Integrity Act," (S. 3572) would require disclosure of foreign ownership of election serv more
Del. Norton to Host Community Meeting on Louisiana Avenue Bike Lane, Oct. 24
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, D-D.C., issued the following news release:
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC) will host a community meeting on the construction of a protected bike lane between Union Station and the U.S. Capitol Grounds on Louisiana Avenue on Wednesday, October 24, 2018, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., in HVC-201 (U.S. Capitol Visitor Center). Norton got report language in the fiscal year 2017 omnibus appropriations bill supporting the construction of the more
PA Democrats Release Report on the Administration's Threat to Pennsylvanians With Pre-Existing Conditions
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- Rep. Michael F. Doyle, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
U.S. Representatives Mike Doyle (PA-14), Robert Brady (PA-01), Matt Cartwright (PA-17), Brendan Boyle (PA-13), Dwight Evans (PA-02), and Conor Lamb (PA-18) released a report detailing how people in Pennsylvania would be hurt by the Trump Administration's action to invalidate protections for people with pre-existing conditions that were guaranteed by the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
"More than 5 milli more
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From GAO Director on Air Force Readiness
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Senate Armed Services subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support issued the following testimony by John H. Pendleton, director of defense capabilities and management at the Government Accountability Office, at a hearing to examine Air Force readiness:
"Chairman Sullivan, Ranking Member Kaine, and Members of the Subcommittee:
"Thank you for the opportunity to be here today to discuss issues related to Air Force readiness.
"In June 2017, we issued a report highl more
Senate Armed Services Subcommittee Issues Testimony From USAF Secretary Wilson
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- The Senate Armed Services subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support issued the following testimony by Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson at a hearing to examine Air Force readiness:
"Chairman Sullivan, Ranking Member Kaine, distinguished members of this committee; I appreciate the opportunity to testify on Air Force readiness. I am joined by our Vice Chief of Staff, General Wilson.
"This is my second year as Secretary of the Air Force. On behalf of the 670,000 Tot more
Tipoffs -- Journalism
Alfred University Trustee Named to NYC 40 Under 40 List
ALFRED, New York, Oct. 11 -- Alfred University issued the following news release:
Matthew Washington, a 2004 Alfred University graduate and member of the University's Board of Trustees, has been named to the City & State NYC 40 Under 40 list.
City & State is a political journalism organization based in New York City. The company publishes a weekly magazine covering politics and government in New York City and New York State that is distributed to New York State legislators, county executives, more
Biggest Night in News to Be Hosted by Industry's Finest
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Radio Television Digital News Association issued the following news release:
The Radio Television Digital News Association has announced the first group of presenters for the 2018 Edward R. Murrow Awards Gala, to be held Monday, October 22 at Gotham Hall in New York City. More than 450 news leaders will gather for the annual black-tie event to honor the world's finest broadcast and digital journalists.
These 2018 presenters, along with three others to be announced th more
Ecuador: UN Expert Welcomes Moves to Protect and Promote Freedom of Expression, Urges Concrete Measures
QUITO, Ecuador, Oct. 11 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release:
A UN human rights expert has welcomed and strongly encouraged the ongoing legal and policy changes initiated by the Ecuador Government to promote and protect the rights to freedom of opinion and expression.
David Kaye, the Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression, said he had visited Ecuador at the invitation of the Government following promises made by President Lenin Moreno more
India's Media Implicated in Second #MeToo Wave
BRUSSELS, Belgium, Oct. 11 -- The International Federation of Journalists issued the following news release:
Indian journalists speaking out against sexual harassment have reignited India's #MeToo movement. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) joins its affiliates the Indian Journalists Union (IJU) and the National Union of Journalists, India (NUJI) in expressing solidarity with any journalists subjected to harassment in India's media and calls on media companies to conduct urgent more
Journalist Jorge Ramos Receives UCLA Medal
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 11 -- The University of California campus issued the following news release:
In recognition of his journalistic accomplishments and his leadership on social issues, Jorge Ramos, the longtime host of Univision Noticias' evening news and its Sunday newsmagazine "Al Punto," has been awarded the UCLA Medal.
Presenting the university's highest honor to Ramos on Oct. 9 was UCLA Chancellor Gene Block.
"Jorge Ramos is more than a great journalist who happens to read and more
McKnight Joins Marshall Health Communications Team
HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Oct. 11 -- Marshall University issued the following news release:
Michele McKnight has been named community and media relations coordinator for Marshall Health, the faculty practice plan of the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine. She will also provide media relations and community outreach to the Marshall University School of Pharmacy.
"Michele's writing and organizational skills as well as her experience in media relations are an asset to Marshal more
National Defense Magazine Nets Three Defence Media Awards
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 11 -- The National Defense Industrial Association issued the following news release:
Three National Defense magazine writers are among the winners of the 2018 Defence Media Awards, earning the publication of the National Defense Industrial Association the most awards presented Sunday, Oct. 7, at the National Press Club in Washington.
Honored for their work are Senior Editor Yasmin Tadjdeh for best cybersecurity story, Managing Editor Jon Harper for best naval systems more
Penn Vet, Penn Medicine, and CHOP to Host Fifth Annual Microbiome Symposium Featuring New York Times Columnist and Science Writer Carl Zimmer
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 11 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine issued the following news release:
Microbes are a critical component of human health. Scientists recognize that an imbalance in our bodies' vast community of life-sustaining microbes can lead to heart disease, diabetes, auto-immune disease, and cancer. Methods for studying microbes have greatly improved in recent years. Researchers now understand the tremendous potential in managing microbe popul more
Society of Professional Journalists, Coalition of 29 Other Groups, Call for Full Investigation Into Saudi Arabian Journalist's Whereabouts
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 11 -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following news:
The Society of Professional Journalists today, along with 29 other journalism and press freedom organizations, urge the Saudi Arabia ambassador to the U.S. to launch a full investigation into the disappearance of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
The coalition sent the following letter to Ambassador Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz today:
Oct. 11, 2018
The Embassy of The Kingdom of Saudi Arab more
Tali Israeli Joins Americans United As Director of Strategic Communications
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- Americans United for Separation of Church and State issued the following news release:
Americans United for Separation of Church and State today announced the hiring of a new director of strategic communications.
Tali Israeli, a veteran of several Washington, D.C. nonprofits and Capitol Hill offices, is AU's new strategic communications director. In this position, Israeli will shape an aggressive communications strategy to boost AU's visibility as the nation's leading or more
Tech to Host Speech and Debate Tournament This Weekend
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 11 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release:
Hot on the heels of winning nearly 40 awards at the first competition of the season, the Tennessee Tech Speech and Debate Team is looking forward to hosting its first tournament.
The International Public Debate Association will hold the Golden Eagle Speak Up Swing Tournament this weekend, Oct. 12-14, in the Roaden University Center.
"The nice thing is that we'll be sleeping in our own beds, more
URI Engineering Students Win Award of Excellence, Regional Silver Award in Computer Engineering Competition
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Oct. 11 -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news:
University of Rhode Island graduates Daniel Williams, of North Smithfield, James Kiessling, of East Providence, Christian D'Ovidio of Cranston won the Award of Excellence in the Global Grand Final Competition at the 2018 Innovate FPGA (field-programmable gate array) Global Design Contest. The team also won the contest's Silver Award in Americas regional award.
The Innovate FPGA Global Design Contest is more
Howard University Alumna Vita M. Harris to Receive Missouri Honor Medal From the Missouri School of Journalism on October 16
WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 -- Howard University issued the following news release:
Howard University alumna and Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of Foote, Cone, Belding (FCB) Global, Vita M. Harris, will be honored by the Missouri School of Journalism on October 16 for her superior achievement work in the advertising field. The proud two-time alumna of the School of Business is staunchly committed to advancing diversity-and-inclusion efforts, as well as guiding and mentoring young w more
Army Seeks Security, Access Control System Replacement in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command has issued a sources sought notice (W912PX-19-N-0001) to replace the security and access control system at the Joint Interagency Task Force Compound, Key West, Florida.
The notice states: "JIATF South is seeking an all in one Security and Access Control System of an open architecture nature. System must be FIPS 201-1 and NIST 800 compliant with documentation. System must be capable of expansion to support multiple facility areas such as f . . .
Corps of Engineers Seeks Maintenance Dredging Services in Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 13 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a sources sought notice (W912EP19Z0006) for maintenance dredging services at the Jupiter intercoastal waterway and the Okeechobee waterway in Palm Beach and Martin City, Florida.
The notice states: "The work include approximately 100,000 cubic yards of beach quality material within the Jupiter and Crossroads reaches of the IWW that will be dredged with a pipeline dredge and then placed on Palm Beach and Martin County beaches. A . . .
USCG Seeks Mobile Boat Hoist Replacement in Miami Beach, Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 12 -- The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a solicitation (70Z080-18-Q-3IE02000) for mobile boat hoist replacement in Miami Beach, Florida.
The notice states: "The manufacturer shall furnish, deliver and assemble one Mobile Boat Hoist (MBH). The hoist should be constructed and sized to accommodate several U.S. Coast Guard small boats which include but not limited to; 26, 33, 45' RBM, 47' MLB, and 55' ANB. The MBH must have a capacity of 35 Metric Tons. It shall hoist assets whose hu . . .
APHIS Seeks Janitorial Services in Davie, Florida
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has issued a solicitation (12639519Q0017) for janitorial services in Davie, Florida.
Response Date: Nov. 6, 2018; Set Aside: Small Business; Classification Code: S - Utilities and housekeeping services; NAICS Code: 561 - Administrative and Support Services/561720 - Janitorial Services. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=57a77913434556dcaf45b2b1d41115a5&tab=co . . .
DLA Seeks Installation of Welding Bay Booth, Relocation of Vacuum Furnace
WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The U.S. Defense Logistics Agency has issued a solicitation (SPE4A8-17-Q-0059) for the installation of welding bay booth and relocation of an Ipsen vacuum furnace at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida.
Response Date: Nov. 2, 2018; Classification Code: 34 - Metalworking machinery; NAICS Code: 333 - Machinery Manufacturing/333992 - Welding and Soldering Equipment Manufacturing. For more information: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=589026f0c6b482cfc72080 . . .
