The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton Rumors of NITAAC’s demise are overstated
Apr 25, 2025
Jason Miller, Executive Editor at Federal News Network and expert in federal procurement, joins to dispel rumors about NITAAC's closure, asserting it's very much alive. He discusses NASA's recent extension of its SEWP 5 contract and the GSA's pause on its procurement oversight tool. The conversation delves into the complexities of government contract consolidation, its implications for NITAAC, and the vital concerns for small businesses affected by procurement policy changes. It's a lively analysis of the evolving landscape in federal contracts!
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NITAAC Is Still Operational
- Despite rumors, NITAAC remains operational and committed to supporting federal agencies.
- Its website outage was due to contracting delays, now resolved with the website expected to return soon.
CIO SP4 Delayed, SP3 Extended
- CIO SP4 contract remains on hold with uncertain future after years of delays and protests.
- CIO SP3 contract has been extended to 2026 to maintain service continuity.
Potential Contract Consolidation Pending
- GSA may consolidate duplicative IT contracts like NITAAC's, but no final decision is out yet.
- Ongoing talks focus on eliminating inefficiencies while commitment to contracts continues.