Procurement Archives

Pentagon begins recruiting its next cohort of disruptive defense acquisition fellows

DIU is now accepting applications for the next round of Immersive Commercial Acquisition Program fellowships.

3 days ago By Brandi Vincent

An aerial view of the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., May 15, 2023. (DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Wright)

New Pentagon guidance clamps down on procurement of non-commercial products

The guidance directs the implementation of an executive order that President Trump issued to federal agencies last month.

May 28, 2025 By Jon Harper

Aerial view of Silicon Valley at dusk, with a portion of the San Mateo/Hayward Bridge visible. (Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images).

Forging the defense industrial base for the digital age

Former US Deputy CTO Nick Sinai argues the Pentagon must embrace Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial culture and work to ensure the latest technology reaches the battlefield.

Dec 1, 2022 By nick-sinai

Senators warn of insufficiencies in US hypersonic testing infrastructure

The SASC version of the 2023 defense policy bill includes proposals and would mandate funding to address the evolving challenge.

Jul 27, 2022 By Brandi Vincent