Sign Up To Swim With ORCA
All contractors must register by Jan. 1 at the Online Representations and Certifications Application website, known as ORCA.

New Procedures Slated For Security Clearances
Provisions designed to speed the processing of security clearances are included in the intelligence bill passed by Congress and awaiting President Bush’s signature.

Report Sees Rapid Growth in IT Outsourcing
IT outsourcing should be one of the fastest-growing federal IT market segments over the next five years, according to the market research firm Input.

The Source Selection Process: Two Insiders Speak
Two veteran acquisition officials with the Army Corps of Engineers offered advice for companies seeking federal contracts not just from the Corps, but from any agency.

Happy Holidays!
Because of the holidays, the next issue of Set-Aside Alert will be published Friday, Jan. 7, 2005.