US Air Force Awards C-130J Maintenance and Training Contract
The US Air Force awarded Lockheed Martin a $1.9 billion contract for C-130J Maintenance and Training System (JMATS) IV. Several other contracts were also awarded for aircraft systems and maintenance, totaling over $100 million.
Elite PPE Awarded $763M Contract for Physical Fitness Gear
The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Elite PPE LLC a maximum $763,082,470 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for physical fitness gear. This is one of several contract awards announced by the agency, with others including fresh produce and vehicle support assemblies.
Navy Awards Training Systems and Combatant Support Contracts
The U.S. Navy has awarded multiple contract modifications and new contracts totaling over $300 million for various defense systems and training programs. These awards include modifications for E-130J training systems, support for Navy surface combatants, parachute systems, and Littoral Combat Ship engineering services.
Defense Logistics Agency and Navy Contract Awards
The Defense Logistics Agency and the Navy have announced several contract awards. Red One Medical Devices LLC received a contract valued at up to $207,833,573 for medical products. The Navy awarded a modification valued at $179,900,000 to The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory for guidance system repair.
Raytheon Awarded $183M Contract for Patriot Program Hardware
The US Army awarded Raytheon Co. a $183.7 million contract for Patriot Program hardware and services for the United Arab Emirates. Another contract was awarded to GM Defense LLC for Infantry Squad Vehicles. These awards were part of the contract announcements for March 4, 2026.
FAR Companion Version 2.0 Released
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has released Version 2.0 of the FAR Companion Guide as part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Initiative. This update includes initial releases for numerous FAR parts and revisions to existing content, incorporating inflation adjustments and clarifications on procurement practices.
FAR Council Updates Model Deviation Text for Parts 2 and 52
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has released updated model deviation text for Parts 2 (Definitions) and 52 (Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses) of the FAR. These updates are part of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) Initiative and aim to simplify and clarify the regulation.
FAR Overhaul Community Crowdsourcing Campaign Feedback
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) has launched a crowdsourcing campaign to gather feedback for the next phase of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Overhaul initiative. Stakeholders are invited to submit suggestions on practices agencies should start, stop, or refine.
FAR Updates: eSRS Decommissioning and SAM.gov Reporting
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) has been amended to align with the decommissioning of the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS.gov) on February 20, 2026. Subcontracting reporting will now be consolidated into SAM.gov as part of a broader federal acquisition system modernization effort. This change impacts federal agencies and contractors involved in subcontracting.
FAR Overhaul: New Model Deviation Text Released
The Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council has released new model deviation text for Parts 22, 23, 32, and 53 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as part of the FAR Overhaul Initiative. This update aims to simplify and clarify procurement regulations.
GSA Sells Texas Federal Property for $3.9 Million
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the sale of surplus federal property in Texas for $3.9 million. This action is part of GSA's efforts to rightsize the federal real estate portfolio and return assets to productive private-sector use.
GSA Disposes of Surplus Federal Property in Laguna Niguel, CA
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the public sale of the former Chet Holifield Federal Building in Laguna Niguel, California. This action is part of GSA's strategy to optimize the federal real estate footprint and potentially save taxpayers over $430 million in annual operating costs.
GSA and USDA Announce Ag South Building Disposition
The GSA and USDA announced the planned disposition of the Ag South building in Washington, DC, which is over 85% vacant. This action is expected to save taxpayers $1.6 billion by avoiding delinquent maintenance costs and rightsizing USDA's federal real estate footprint.
GSA Removes Anthropic from USAi.gov and MAS
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has removed Anthropic from USAi.gov and its Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) in accordance with President Trump's directive. This action impacts federal agencies' access to Anthropic's technology for AI development and procurement.
GSA Awards Alliant 3 GWAC for IT Modernization
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced the awards for the Alliant 3 Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC), a new enterprise-level IT services contract. This contract aims to consolidate agency IT procurements, reduce administrative burden, and accelerate IT modernization across federal agencies.
UK Government Construction Tender: Whole House Refurbishment
The UK Government has published a future opportunity notice for a whole house refurbishment project valued between £870,000 and £4,500,000. This notice is a call for competition, with an approach to market date of March 19, 2026, and is seeking expressions of interest from potential main contractors.
UK Government Refurbishment Opportunity
The UK Government has published a future opportunity notice for whole house refurbishments of 13 properties in the East Midlands, with an estimated value between £348,000 and £4,500,000. This notice is a call for competition, and interested SMEs are invited to express interest by email.
Fulford Whole House Refurbishments Opportunity
UK Government has published a future opportunity notice for whole house refurbishments for 10 properties in Yorkshire and the Humber, with an estimated value between £870,000 and £4,500,000. This notice is a call for competition, and interested parties are invited to express their interest via email.
Harrogate House Refurbishments - Amey Defence Services
UK Government's DIO, via Amey Defence Services, has published a future opportunity notice for refurbishment works at Harrogate house, with an estimated value of £113,000 to £348,000. The approach to market date is March 19, 2026, and the contract is expected to start in May 2026.
UK Government Refurbishment Contract Opportunity
UK Government's DIO is seeking expressions of interest for whole house refurbishments for 45 properties in Scotland, with an estimated contract value between £870,000 and £4,500,000. The approach to market date is March 19, 2026.
Somerset Council Regulation 44 Inspections Contract Award
Somerset Council has awarded a contract for Regulation 44 Inspections to The National Youth Advocacy Service for £177,000. The contract, effective from April 1, 2026, ensures independent monthly visits to council-run children's homes as required by the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
VMWare Subscription, Support, and Maintenance Awarded
The Council of the Borough of Kirklees has awarded a contract for VMWare subscription, support, and maintenance to R-Com Technical Limited for £184,320. The award was made via direct award due to extreme and unavoidable urgency stemming from external vendor decisions and market changes.
East Grinstead Library Flat Roof Upgrade Contract Award
West Sussex County Council has awarded a contract for a flat roof upgrade at East Grinstead Library to Rivercrest Limited for £40,419.72. The contract was signed on February 25, 2026, and is scheduled to run from February 26, 2026, to May 22, 2026.
Via East Midlands Awards Surfacing Delivery Partnership Contract
Via East Midlands has awarded a new Surfacing Delivery Partnership Contract to VIA EAST MIDLANDS LIMITED. This contract, published on March 5, 2026, aims to establish a collaborative approach to highway surfacing services with two selected suppliers.
Cheshire West and Chester Council Awards Bikeability Training Contract
Cheshire West and Chester Council has awarded a contract to BIKERIGHT! LIMITED for the provision of Bikeability training services for children and adults. The contract is valued at £300,000 including VAT and will run from August 2026 to July 2027, with an option for a 12-month extension.