FEMA has a need for individual identity verification and authentication support services. These services include, but are not limited to, data, verification and authentication of identity, occupancy, ownership, insurance, vehicle, and demographic information for individuals registering for FEMA disaster assistance where a disaster has occurred or been declared.

ARPA-H is seeking information from sources capable of meeting its needs with respect to Real World Data (RWD) to support its mission. ARPA-H is planning procurements to put in place an agile and flexible contracting structure that can aid in the rapid startup of ARPA-H’s research and development (R&D) programs and support ARPA-H’s ongoing strategic planning and assessment of its impact. ARPA-H has needs in four areas with respect to RWD: Data Sourcing for Real World Data Sources (1), Data Management and Analytics Platforms (2), Data Management and Curation Services (3), Project Management (4).

The U.S. Census Bureau (Census Bureau) in support of the Economic Reimbursable Surveys Division (ERD) is seeking information on how an interested contractor could provide USCB with a universe of all vehicles registered with the Motor Vehicle Administration of each of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.

Valuations are required on a state-by-state basis for all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Wholesale vehicle values must be available through an automated electronic data interface and through manual upload/download retrieval via a web-based portal. The services are to provide a value from which GSA Fleet can determine how well their sales are going as compared to the weighted wholesale prices for each vehicle in the specific locality where they are being sold.

Date offers due extended to December 31, 2025.

Industry Day presentation materials published.

Live RFI 2 presentation and recording published.

A class justification and approval (J&A) will be accomplished to award a modification to add a Space Joint Targeting Capability (aka Ion Trail) to the Space C2 Data-as-a-Service (DaaS) Platform Contract FA8806-23-C-0001. Ion Trail is pivotal in enabling capabilities for protection of the United States and it’s allies against emerging threats. To ensure USSPACECOM and United States Space Force (USSF) missions are protected, this requirement must be acquired for enhanced battlespace awareness and timely operational command and control for many agency requirements.

NSF intends to award a purchase order on a sole source basis to CB Insights for access to and use of the CB Insights Platform, an online resource tool providing research and analytics data about the global venture capital and mergers and acquisition markets.

The Government hereby submits a notice of intent to award a sole source firm fixed price contract for NLETS systems user and yearly membership access that match and link multiple open-source databases.

In general, the FHFA has a requirement for commercial off-the-shelf historical and forecasted economic data. The overall objective is to access and use vendor-supplied: scenario-based economic forecasts, multiple levels of geographical resolution of the forecasts and the supporting historical data, and maintenance and support services. In particular, the FHFA has an additional requirement for commercial off-the-shelf forecasts of, at least, (1) the FHFA Purchase Only House Price Index, (2) the FHFA All-transactions house price indices, and (3) one other, at minimum, House Price Index for baseline and stressed economic scenarios.

The five-year indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract, announced Nov. 21, will integrate Anduril’s Lattice software to autonomously process and distribute data from a global network of military space sensors, replacing legacy systems with a more advanced architecture.

"DomainTools is committed to supporting the Intelligence Community to detect threats earlier in their lifecycle and provide the insights necessary to understand what threats are critical and how to stop them," said Tim Chen, chief executive officer, DomainTools. "Our data will provide critical context to adversary infrastructure in support of ODNI's mission to effectively integrate foreign, military and domestic intelligence in defense of the United States, its allies, and interests abroad."

The Department of Transportation is awarding a contract to Poten and Partners Inc, the only vendor offering the required Asphalt Weekly Monitor subscription.

MeriTalk Interview: IRS CI Cyber Chief Koopman Wields AI to Unmask Cybercriminals

One of the most significant ways IRS-CI is using AI is by leveraging machine learning to analyze vast amounts of data. “Think about the amount of data that we have – from our operational [data] mixed with open-source intelligence – if there’s a way that we can leverage AI to look at all of that to find pattern or to highlight things that are really nefarious or criminal in nature, it just makes us much more efficient in our job,” he said.

Microsoft collaborates with NASA on Earth Copilot, an AI guide to our planet's data

“The vision behind this collaboration was to leverage AI and cloud technologies to bring Earth’s insights to communities that have been underserved, where access to data can lead to tangible improvements,” Minh Nguyen, Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, said today in a blog posting about the project. “By enabling users to interact with the data through simple, plain language queries, we’re helping to democratize access to spaceborne information.”

Army targets mission command data as it refines data stewardship roles

As the U.S. Army is refining data stewardship practices by clearly defining who is responsible for the management of data across the service, the current focus is on mission command data as no single entity within the Army has clear ownership over that data. In April, Army Chief Information Officer Leonel Garciga issued the “Army Data Stewardship Roles and Responsibilities” memo, formalizing data management roles and responsibilities across the Army, so there’s “no questions of who does what — it’s you,” said David Markowitz, the Army’s chief data and analytics officer.

Elections, Accountability, and Democracy in the Time of A.I.

This paper assesses how a transformational technology like Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be used by malicious actors to manipulate information and influence election results. It analyses the impact of such activities, and explores ways by which democratic polities can address this challenge. Reviewing cases from India and other countries in South Asia, and the United States, the paper also looks at the required regulatory landscape.

Trump Wants Even Looser AI Guardrails. Why California, Despite Passing Over 20 AI Bills This Year, Might Not Push Back

“I think Newsom and the California Legislature have an opportunity to step into the gap that the federal government is leaving — to create a model environment for safe and rights-respecting technology and deployment,” said Janet Haven, executive director of the Data & Society Research Institute, a nonprofit that studies the social implications of AI and other technologies. “On the other hand, there’s no way to get around the fact that Big Tech is right there, and will be a huge factor in whatever the California Legislature and Newsom want to advance in terms of AI legislation.”

Small Business Research Programs:Agencies Identified Foreign Risks, but Some Due Diligence Programs Lack Clear Procedures

Federal agencies award research and development funds to small businesses through small business research programs. But foreign governments may try to steal their research, which can pose risks to the U.S. Agencies have taken steps to do their due diligence when awarding funds, such as getting more tools to vet business applicants. But some agencies don't have a written process on how to request more in-depth investigations of applicants or how to receive the results. Having documented processes helps ensure agencies can get the information needed to identify foreign risks and make award decisions.

Chief Data Officers Call for Governmentwide AI Strategy

Chief data officers (CDOs) are calling for a more coordinated strategy across the federal government — especially regarding artificial intelligence (AI). President Joe Biden’s Executive Order on AI marks one of the most comprehensive pieces of federal AI guidance thus far, but the incoming administration has expressed plans to revoke that order. As such, data governance will be increasingly critical for security. In September, the Data Foundation released a report intended to guide policymakers on data governance in the age of AI.

Public health surveillance, from social media to sewage, spots disease outbreaks early to stop them fast

Rather than winging it when an unusual health event crops up, health officials take a systematic approach. There are structures in place to collect and analyze data to guide their response. Public health surveillance is foundational for figuring out what’s going on and hopefully squashing any outbreak before it spirals out of control.

Leveraging OSINT For Proactive Crisis Management

In my own work in crisis solutions, I’ve seen how proactive crisis management, powered by OSINT, can provide companies with real-time insights into external risks, allowing them to make informed decisions long before a crisis strikes. This shift in approach can not only strengthen business continuity but also foster resilience in the face of emerging threats. Yet there’s a common misconception that needs to be addressed: Some businesses mistakenly believe there is a single piece of software or a web crawler that can provide all the information they need with one click. This simply isn’t true. OSINT is not a one-tool solution; it requires a combination of tools, sources and human analysis to create a comprehensive understanding of potential risks.

Informatica Accelerates AI and Analytics Initiatives with Reliable Data for Microsoft Azure

The first release, the GenAI Blueprint for Azure OpenAI Service, accelerates the development and deployment of enterprise-grade GenAI and Copilot experiences through reference architectures and templates derived from Informatica’s Intelligent Data Management Cloud (IDMC) platform and Azure OpenAI Service. This service delivers seamless integration with Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Search, and a series of vector databases—such as Pinecone on Azure—to expedite AI projects while driving data integrity and governance.

Exiger, Chertoff Group launch Supply Chain Product Assurance Playbook

Supply chain and third-party risk AI company Exiger and The Chertoff Group, a security and growth advisory firm, announced on Tuesday the release of the Supply Chain Product Assurance Playbook, a proven and scalable process that identifies, assesses, and remediates risks in hardware and software products and supply chains. The solution is widely applicable across the public and commercial markets, enabling organizations to combat growing Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) exposure, counter forced labor in supplier networks, demonstrate product integrity, and proactively comply with emerging regulations related to product and supply chain security.

Updated Announcement - Army Data Platform (ADP) 2.0, ARDAP Industry Day, December 5 & 6, 2025

The U.S. Army PEO E is hosting an Industry Day for the Army Data Platform to include acquisition strategies. The event will be held Thursday, Dec. 5 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. as we host an in-person and virtual Industry Day at the Fort Belvoir Community Center Ballroom.

Strategic clarity: decision-making in a rapid information landscape

IISS-Americas and the Kaplan Public Service Foundation are partnering to host Strategic Clarity: Decision-Making in a Rapid Information Landscape, an event featuring the 2024-25 Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) Visiting Fellows from the US Military and Intelligence Community, for a discussion on emerging technologies, command and control and information sharing across the US government.

2024 Data Foundation Open House & Datum Awards

The Data Foundation invites you to the 2024 Open House & Datum Awards, a special evening celebrating the data community. Join fellow data industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators as we honor individuals who have championed the use of data for public good and advanced evidence-based governance.