Author Archive
Management
Thinking About Launching a Side Business?
The ethics rules aren’t always clear for feds, but outside work is allowed.
Features
Shooting For Mars
Relying on a tried-and-true design from the Apollo program, Lockheed Martin wins its bid to build the next human spacecraft.
News
Convicted procurement executive dies in prison
Former contracting official was serving an eight-year sentence for extortion, accepting bribes and fraud, but claimed he was innocent.
Defense
Agencies detail massive effort to evacuate Lebanon
For some stranded Americans, help from the government did not come soon enough.
News
Survey: Agencies lag in procurement practices
Federal sector is slow to adopt purchasing techniques private companies have used for years.
Features
Escape from Lebanon
As Beirut was bombed, stranded Americans waited for their government to get them out.
News And Analysis
Multiple Award Maze
How GSA schedules really work - and how to stay out of trouble.
Management
Treading in Gray Areas
Avoiding the appearance of a conflict of interest can be a high wire act.
News And Analysis
Treading in Gray Areas
Avoiding the appearance of a conflict of interest can be a high wire act.
Management
FEMA's Makeover
Acquisition chief Deidre Lee is getting ready for the next Katrina - just don't ask about those no-bid contracts.
News
‘Buy American’ compliance tricky in increasingly global economy
Adherence to laws requiring agencies to buy products produced largely in the United States can be expensive; some push to relax restrictions.
News
Judge stays ex-procurement chief’s sentence
David Safavian’s 18-month prison sentence will be delayed while he awaits his appeal.
Management
Acquisition managers: We're overwhelmed with oversight
Growing scrutiny of contracting work could stifle innovation, according to industry group.
News And Analysis
Guilt by Association
David Safavian pays a heavy price for his poor choice of friends.
