Government Weekly eNews 2008 Archive

2008 issues:

• December 18, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - DOD awards $11 million contract to Vangent for health IT services
  - Florida city focuses cameras on red-light runners
  - Virus threat forces military to ban computer flash drives
  - Expert: Only deploy trusted USB drives
• December 11, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - State of Oregon plugs into electric-vehicle plan
  - GIS software enables voters to see election results in real time
  - Worn-out Illinois state trooper cruisers to be replaced
  - Draeger wins Phoenix SCBA contract
• December 4, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Florida city focuses cameras on red-light runners
  - Go Pro crossword-puzzle answers revealed!
  - Bandit Beast recyclers extend global reach
  - MassHighway to spend $30.7 million on intelligent transportation system
• November 26, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Maryland county aims to juice up energy efficiency in its buildings
  - BuySpeed e-procurement delivers bang for the buck in the bayou
  - Advanced Drainage Systems to market BaySaver products
  - Safety group honors MSA's Feldstein
• November 20, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - The time is now for public works succession planning
  - Unisys to migrate USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service data center
  - Oklahoma state agency honored for supporting its employees called to military service
  - Mass Transit in Milwaukee gets a technology boost
• November 13, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Phoenix Sky Harbor implements recycling program in concourses
  - New contract aims to reduce processing delays and backlogs at immigration agency
  - Bird-X taps Kogan to lead marketing efforts
  - Crown Equipment lift truck wins design award
• November 6, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - New look for Web site is more than skin-deep
  - Automated trash collection picking up steam
  - Department of Education awards $300 million IT contract to Vangent
  - Software-as-a-service coming on strong in public sector
• October 30, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Census finds some expansion in government work force
  - Pennsylvania helps its municipalities deal with a slippery situation
  - Cohasset, Mass., purchases surveillance technology for utilities and schools
  - Magazine recognizes Hollaender's aluminum railing system
• October 23, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Wisconsin's largest airport orders snow removal, emergency equipment from Oshkosh
  - Kempf named acting deputy commissioner of GSA's Federal Acquisition Service
  - Let's be careful out there: More danger in the government workplace
  - LTAPs help highway workers get up to speed on training
• October 16, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Let’s be careful out there: More danger in the government workplace
  - State and local agencies can buy emergency response products through GSA
  - LTAPs help highway workers get up to speed on training
  - Spray parks are making a splash around the U.S.
• October 10, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - New channel for used construction equipment includes safeguards
  - How efficient are your contract management processes?
  - Oregon finds software is just the ticket for roadway safety
  - 2008 Innovations and Best Practices Awards
• October 2, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Honors for cutting-edge public-sector programs
  - Contractor will continue to manage payment processing in the Empire State
  - With the right specs, put your work truck fleet on a reduced-fuel diet
  - Backup power system brings order to Shreveport intersections
• September 25, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Number of contracting professionals on the rise
  - Backup power system brings order to Shreveport intersections
  - FBI employee sentenced to probation for accepting cruise
  - Auction delivers two-year power pact to Texas community
• September 18, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Fleetwood's Trendsetter Homes will build Army barracks at Fort Sam Houston
  - TSA orders more X-ray scanning systems from OSI
  - Vendor has new channel to deliver its software to government agencies
  - Conference aims to help small firms gain government business
• September 11, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - For New Jersey officials, recycling project was no token gesture
  - Analyst: Sluggish economy hampering growth in state and local IT spending
  - Ford fuel-cell vehicle exceeding expectations in testing
  - Web portal identifies government selling opportunities
• September 4, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - New GSA administrator eager to lead 'GSA's business resurgence'
  - Brunette proud to serve the profession that 'chose her'
  - Multideck truck scale takes a weight off the shoulders of Utah officials
  - GIE+Expo combines lawn, garden, power, and fun
• August 28, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Go Pro crossword-puzzle answers revealed!
  - Entities choose CSDC process-automation software to improve service
  - County officials will save some trees with electronic documents deal
  - Tight timetable for tanker bidding gives Boeing pause
• August 21, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Surveillance cameras boosting security at many public facilities
  - How to develop high-achieving RFP evaluation committees
  - Vendors, don't forget: The federal fiscal year ends Sept. 30!
  - Ventura County, Calif., streamlines its records-management processes
• August 14, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Ventura County, Calif., streamlines its records-management processes
  - Scheduling/resource-management software available through GSA contract
  - Pushing the green envelope at the U.S. Postal Service
  - Michigan school district earns straight A's for energy-efficiency plan
• August 7, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Improve your bid specifications, and love life, with these principles
  - Postal Service testing hydrogen-powered fuel-cell vehicle
  - Army awards $19 million IT services contract to SI International
  - GSA inspector general praised in watchdog group's report
• July 31, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Oil prices fueling cost-cutting creativity among counties
  - A safe harbor, for now
  - California city expects to cut fleet costs with leasing program
  - Department of Justice issues revised standard for body armor
• July 24, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Survey of counties recognizes technology leaders
  - Denver couldn't refuse opportunity to test hybrid-hydraulic trash truck
  - Utah inks $26 million contract with Granite Construction for road reconstruction
  - Port of Houston Authority purchases situation-planning technology
• July 17, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - The great drain robbery: Scrappy thieves taking aim at manhole covers
  - The future looks paperless at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
  - Improved body armor is on its way to U.S. military
  - APWA Congress and Expo: A big show in the Big Easy
• July 10, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - L.A. law enforcement using wireless surveillance to address crime, gang violence
  - DHS doles out $80 million to boost security of driver's licenses, IDs
  - Emergency backup generators headed to Gopher State
  - Security cameras in Cleveland now eyeing residential areas
• June 26, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Philly city workers will enjoy cars-on-demand service
  - Fresno electrical contractor pleads guilty to rigging bids on E-Rate projects
  - In-vehicle computers keep bus drivers and dispatch in sync
  - Mark Logic technology key to success of Army's Warrior Knowledge Base
• June 19, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - GAO: Air Force made 'significant errors' in tanker contract decision
  - Former Army colonel received cash, vacation to help firm win contract in Iraq
  - Springfield, Mass., powers up through online procurement hookup
  - Authernative awarded GSA Schedule contract
• June 12, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Analysis: Jobs hang in the balance as GAO looks at Air Force tanker contract
  - State of Michigan offers electronic options for unemployment benefits
  - Vendor: Agencies are looking to streamline their highway design efforts
  - Cutting-edge public-sector programs selected for honors
  - Mowing parts & accessories for every application
• June 5, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Cuyahoga County invests in a wide-area network for county buildings
  - Florida EMS and fire vehicles will stock cyanide antidote
  - Historic Grant site gets another touch of green
  - Fresno on frontier of refuse pickup with CNG plug-in hybrid trash truck
  - Custom-engineered solutions for chemical storage and handling
• May 29, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Stool for school: Mayor wants to lease sewers to fund scholarships
  - Mobile trailers enable vital communications at disaster sites
  - USDA's Harvey, Marine Corps' Hayes receive contracting award
  - Energy Department awards contracts for storage of spent nuclear fuel
  - EKA facilitates the sales of a wide range of outdoor equipment
• May 22, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Manufacturer offering grants to help schools purchase equipment
  - For many vendors, government business is a safe harbor in the storm
  - U.S. Air Force Medical Service taps Shipcom Wireless for RFID contract
  - Mobile vehicle lift offers versatility
  - Los Angeles County contracts for case management
• May 15, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Government Procurement joins forces with NIGP
  - Doan's departure draws sharp reactions from stakeholders
  - FedFleet 2008 rolls into Dallas with something for everyone
  - State of Missouri's accountability Web site surpasses six million hits
• May 8, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Single-rider golf cars help municipalities meet ADA guidelines and generate revenue
  - OMB memo to federal agencies: Tighten charge card controls
  - Webcast system lets residents view key city sessions
  - Los Angeles International Airport soars toward renovations via major contracts
• May 1, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Doan forced to step down from GSA post
  - State of Maine awards contract for automated fuel management
  - Los Angeles International Airport soars toward renovations via major contracts
  - Pelican's weapons-transport cases are standard-issue in Canadian Forces
• April 24, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Government building goes green, gold and modular
  - Defense contractor pleads guilty to rigging bids on military contracts
  - Report: Government IT spending will remain strong in 2008
  - Alternative-fuel transportation will drive Las Vegas show
  - North Carolina municipality deploys workforce management system
• April 17, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Innovative play system leads evolution in design for youth fitness
  - Cities from coast to coast taking parking meter technology for a spin
  - U.S. Air Force awards extensive office-equipment contract to Xerox Corp.
  - Ohio Department of Transportation kicks off 'historic' construction season
• April 10, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - 'Next-generation heat pump' joins the military to slash energy costs
  - Federal employees waste millions on unauthorized credit-card purchases
  - Proposed stimulus plan would benefit Detroit's public works, police, fire facilities
  - States may release prisoners early to keep budgets in check
• April 3, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - 'Fiscal sanity,' 'information overload' keeping government administrators awake at night
  - Upcoming forum targets strong solutions for homeland security
  - 'CODE’ experience critical to success of emergency operations center
  - Florida municipality will transform sludge into renewable energy
• March 27, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - City of Chicago transitions to automated cashiering solution
  - Defense Logistics Agency taps MPC to provide computers
  - Law enforcement agencies will test cameras that mount on handguns
  - Online calculator measures environmental impact of office machines
• March 20, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Data warehouse will enable federal crime busters to view police information
  - Department of Defense enlists advanced chemical detectors to protect troops
  - Lexington agrees to overhaul its sewer systems
  - Federal database offers online resource of job candidates with disabilities
• March 13, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Bus cameras equal enhanced security in California community
  - Fleet managers are on the hot seat in 2008
  - Children’s hospital designed by kids, powered by Cummins
  - Law enforcement flashlight temporarily blinds assailant
• March 6, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Air Force taps Northrop Grumman to build aerial refueling tankers
  - California city dodges bankruptcy bullet--for now
  - U.S. prison population reaches all-time high
  - NISH to hold National Training and Achievement Conference
  - Solar energy market predicted to triple by 2012
• February 28, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Work Truck Show: State and municipal fleet managers under a microscope
  - Ohio's universities develop 'green collar' workers for energy jobs
  - Bluegrass State receives recognition for ConnectKentucky broadband initiative
  - GovPro.com poll respondents are thinking green
• February 21, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Apply for a chance to receive free "green" purchasing assistance
  - FBI awards $100 million building project to Alex S. Palmer
  - Construction, computer software top Ramsey County's shopping list
  - Majestic makeover for Maryland landmark
• February 14, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Energy partnership reduces electricity costs for Pennsylvania taxpayers
  - Governments are major customers of GIS products and services
  - U.S. to offer RFID-equipped passport cards
  - Federal agencies award contracts for charge-card services
• February 7, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Austin, Texas, taps Houston firm to provide alternative fuel for city fleet
  - Green movement is evolving and expanding at many organizations
  - Number of disabled in federal work force continues to decline
  - University flushes costs with waterless urinals
• January 31, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - City expects wireless network to pay for itself in 3 years
  - Massachusetts equips commuter rail lines with wireless Internet access
  - GM emphasizes 'gas-friendly' lineup at Chicago Auto Show
  - Federal security, intelligence agencies award $243 million in contracts to CACI
• January 24, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Are cities effectively conveying emergency alerts?
  - Ford adds full-size van, SUVs to its flex-fuel line
  - 'Free beer' helps spread anti-crime message in St. Louis
  - Interim rule requires federal agencies to buy 'green' computers
• January 18, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Golden State motor vehicle IT applications will get up to speed under new contract
  - Maryland county purchases all-in-one public safety communications system
  - Federal IT spending will continue to grow through 2011
  - Local governments in Missouri are in the pink of fiscal health
  - Staples launches online catalog covering 8,000 products for contract customers
  - North Carolina city delivers water-conservation message that sticks
• January 10, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Denver government hoping for sweet deal when it auctions Toyota Priuses
  - Army awards $556 million to Lockheed Martin for PAC-3 missile program
  - GSA: Mobility-impaired can use Segways in federal buildings
  - California county upgrades emergency alerts to mobile phones
  - Defense Department awards $74.5 million contract to Spectrum Comm
  - Safety professionals rank PPE noncompliance a top workplace issue
• January 3, 2008
  In This Issue:
  - Puppies go to Texas jail before embarking on explosives training
  - Transit agencies order 1,052 diesel-electric hybrid buses from Daimler
  - Study: States face $2.73 trillion bill for retiree benefits
  - Network-based surveillance system boosts safety at San Diego beach
  - IP-based intercom brings order to county court complex

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