Paul Courtney Named New DHS Chief Procurement Officer
Courtney, who had served as deputy chief procurement officer since June 2019, had taken over the duties as acting CPO after Soraya Correa retired at the end of July. Keep Reading
Soraya Correa Thanks Colleagues, Promises Future Plans in Retirement Message
"During my time in federal service I had many successes, received a number of awards, and experienced a few failures (or as I see it opportunities for learning)," the DHS chief procurement officer said. Keep Reading
DHS Chief Procurement Officer Soraya Correa Announces Retirement
In an email to employees, Correa, who has worked at DHS since 2003 and served as CPO since 2015, called retirement "truly a bittersweet moment, but the time is right for me and for my family.” Keep Reading
Changes Announced After Customer Experience with DHS.gov ‘How to Do Business Webpage’ AIR
The second AIR took place on Nov. 12, 2020, where possible solutions/recommendations were discussed for improving the customer experience when visiting the webpage on doing business with DHS. Keep Reading
Procurement Innovation Lab Chronicles Successful Year of 17 Projects, Including First for USCG
Every DHS component has now awarded multiple PIL projects (52 total since PIL inception), and some DHS contracting activities are even forming their own innovation teams. Keep Reading
DHS Chief Procurement Officer Message for the DHS Contractor Workforce for Implementing CARES Act Section 3610
DHS contracting officers will work closely with their contractors to determine the applicability of this relief to each contract, and to develop the implementing terms and conditions appropriate for the contract. Keep Reading
Coronavirus
DHS Establishes COVID-19 Procurement & Acquisition Innovation Response (PAIR) Team
The COVID-19 PAIR Team is comprised of individuals who bring expertise in the areas of operational procurement, procurement policy, industry engagement, strategic sourcing and procurement innovation. Keep Reading
Access Limited to DHS Campus for Next Month or More; Contractors Told to Expect Fever Checks
Buildings, facilities, or work space closures may also occur without notice if they've experienced exposure related to COVID-19 or for other reasons. Keep Reading
DHS to Contractors: Prepare for Coronavirus, Watch for Sick Employees
Memo from Soraya Correa said that "if contract performance is affected due to the COVID-19 situation, such as the need for alternate work locations, or travel or schedule changes," contact the contracting officer. Keep Reading
DHS Green-Lights Third Iteration of FirstSource IT Contract Vehicle
FirstSource III will have "set-aside tracks across each of the 5 socio-economic categories and will include ordering flexibilities," says Correa. Keep Reading
Pekoske ‘Intends to Come Home’ as TSA Faces Challenge of Broader Tactics and Targets, Says Cogswell
Deputy acting administrator sees "really amazing opportunities for us to partner up with industry" to "harness energy and enthusiasm out there for new ideas, new ways of thinking." Keep Reading
Fun, Fear and Contracts: A Q&A with DHS Chief Procurement Officer Soraya Correa
"I'm appreciative of the partnership of industry to come in and help us achieve our missions." Keep Reading
DHS Pauses Most Contracting Deadlines Until After Shutdown Ends
The Homeland Security Department’s top procurement official issued a special notice extending due dates for all unamended acquisition deadlines after Dec. 22, the day the department ran out of funding and shut down. Keep Reading
DHS Announces EAGLE II Exit, Eyes EAGLE Next Gen as Post-2020 Procurement Vehicle
EAGLE II received harsh criticism from members of Congress for taking too long to award contracts, and the department has fallen prey to "significant errors and missteps in the procurement process." Keep Reading
Homeland Heroes: The 2018 Homeland Security Today Award Winners
Nominations were submitted from across the country as a way of recognizing homeland security peers as heroes. Keep Reading
Where’s Soraya? ..And Jacksta Promoted to Assistant Commissioner
DHS industry watchers were concerned when, on a recent agenda for Reverse Industry Day, Nina Ferraro was identified as acting chief procurement officer for the department. HSToday has found out that Ferraro is temporarily in the spot while Soraya Correa takes care of some family business and will be back shortly. HSToday has also learned… Keep Reading
DHS Reverse Industry Day to Focus on Acquisition, Technology Crossroads
DHS Chief of Procurement Soraya Correa announced Jan. 8 that the department plans to host its fifth Reverse Industry Day on Jan. 31. Industry Day V will focus on “Advancing the Dialogue: Where Acquisition, Innovation, Cybersecurity, and Technology Intersect.” Under Secretary for Management Claire M. Grady will deliver the day’s keynote address. “Reverse Industry Days have… Keep Reading
GTSC Awards Honor RIDs, Heroes in Homeland
The Government Technology & Services Coalition (GTSC), December 13, honored a tremendous line-up of heroes at the organization’s packed Holiday Awards. “GTSC has had a tremendous year and has expanded its service to the homeland security community through the great work of our members and government partners,” said Kristina Tanasichuk, founder and CEO of the Coalition. … Keep Reading