GSA Buyers Guide: December 2013 by Federal Buyers Guide, inc.

December 2013

About GSA Buyers Guide Monthly The GSA Buyers Guide is a monthly publication that provides government purchasing agents, procurement officers, and prime federal contractors with relevant contracting news, as well as reliable product and service suppliers. The GSA Buyers Guide's vendor listings are organized by NAICS codes first, followed by the products or services offered and all the pertinent company information to help contracting specialists establish bid lists for both shortterm and long-term contracts. You can find a complete list of suppliers in the product and company index in the back of this purchasing guide.

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Table of Contents Federal Buyers Guide, Inc. Chief Executive Officer Stuart Miller

Government & Regulation Updates

ViceProposed President of Operations Rule: FAR Afzal Hussain

Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirements ......................................................6 GSA’s New Approach to Govt. Office Supplies Purchasing ...................................................................8 Editor-in-Chief Kathleen Tan GSA’s Networx Contract Saves Almost $700 Million in Fiscal 2013 ...................................................10 IT Department FCC Creates Crowdsourcing Mobile App .............................................................................................12 Manuel Aguilera William Chen EPA Proposes New Guidelines for Greener Federal Purchases .............................................................14 Account DODRepresentatives Plans to Forge Better Federal Contracts for Government Contractors .........................................15 John Jenkins DFARS: Requirements Relating to Supply Chain Risk .........................................................................16 Jeff Stakee Rick Flores GSANeilSeeks Clark Sites for FBI Headquarters ................................................................................................. 18 Accounting Department Ken Sterling Lori Lynch Accounts Payable Unisys Transition Johan to Delsol

What’s New with Prime Contractors

DOE Employees to Cloud-Based Google Apps ............................................................20 Accenture Completes Acquisition of Procurian Inc.....................................................................................22 Database Manager Andrew Tuttle AECOM Wins Contract for Libyan Housing, Infrastructure Development................................................... 23 Production Staff GrafTech Wins Contract for Orion Spacecraft ........................................................................................... 24 Jennifer Newton Michael Diep Harris CapRock Awarded $46 Million FAA Contract .................................................................................26 Chris Leidecker Definitive Logic Awarded DOL Contract to Support Budgeting System ......................................................28 Reach Us At: www.govsupplier.com ICF International Wins $33 Million Contract with EPA ..............................................................................29 Email: info@fbgglobal.com NASA Selects Contractors for Facility Construction at Ames ......................................................................30 Corporate Office Cherokee Nation Federal Buyers Guide, Inc. Wins Contract for American Indian Records Repository ...................................................32 324 Palm Avenue Industry Santa Barbara,Analyst CA 93101 Jeff Kagan on US Govt. Dropping Verizon, Going H-P on Obamacare ...............................34 Tel: (805) 963-7470 SAIC Awarded Contract by U.S. Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic .....................................36 Fax: (805) 963-7478 General Dynamics Awarded $29 Million for Common Missile Compartment Development ..........................38 Highlight Technologies Awarded Contract with Dept. of Education .............................................................39 Dynasil's RMD Subsidiary Awarded $4 Million by U.S. Department of Energy ...........................................40

Events & Training

Webinar: Next Generation Data Center Storage and Virtualization for Government ..................................... 42 2nd Annual Utility Cyber Security Conference ..........................................................................................43 U.S. Census Data Protection & Privacy Day .............................................................................................45 Software Workshop Issues, Contracts, and Negotiations ............................................................................46

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Regulations

Proposed Rule: Federal Acquisition Regulation; Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirements A Proposed Rule by the Department of Defense, the General Services Administration, and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration December 3, 2013

DoD, GSA, and NASA are proposing to amend the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) to clarify when to use higher-level quality standards in solicitations and contracts, and to update the examples of higher-level quality standards by revising obsolete standards and adding two new industry standards that pertain to quality assurance for avoidance of counterfeit items. These standards will be used to help minimize and mitigate counterfeit items or suspect counterfeit items in Government contracting. FAR 44.303, Contractors' Purchasing Systems Review, would be revised to add implementation of higher-level quality standards to the areas for evaluation when conducting a contractor's purchasing system review. Types of contract quality requirements FAR subsections will change as follows: 

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FAR 46.202-4(a) would be revised to require agencies to establish procedures for determining when higher-level quality standards are appropriate, for determining the risk (both the likelihood and the impact) of receiving nonconforming items, and for advising the contracting officer which higher-level quality standards should be applied on the contract. FAR 46.202-4(a)(1) would be revised to add “design” and “testing” to the list of examples of technical requirements requiring control. FAR 46.202-4(b) would be revised to remove outdated or obsolete standards and add new examples of higher-level quality standards, including those related to counterfeit electronic parts and materials. This list of standards was reviewed and revised based on subject matter experts in quality assurance from across the Government. FAR 46.311, Higher-level Contract Quality Requirement, would be revised to clarify that, if the clause is used, the contracting officer shall list one or more higher-level quality standard.Show citation box The clause at FAR 52.246-11, Higher-Level Contract Quality Requirement, would be revised to remove the opportunity for the offeror to select a standard.

Interested parties should submit written comments to the Regulatory Secretariat at one of the addressees shown below on or before February 3, 2014 to be considered in the formation of the final rule.

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GSA Makes Strides In Strategic Sourcing With New Approach to Govt. Office Supplies Purchasing December 2, 2013

WASHINGTON -- The General Services Administration (GSA) posted the Statement of Work from its draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative (FSSI) aimed at reducing costs for federal office supply purchases. Office Supply Third Generation or OS3 is the agency’s latest effort to cut costs and increase efficiencies by buying everyday supplies like pens, paper, and printing items from a list of vendors with negotiated low prices. While this initiative has been around since 2006, today marks the agency’s third update of the program, which builds upon the success of OS2, the previous edition, which generated more than $350 million in savings to date, and achieved a small business utilization rate of 76 percent. GSA worked in partnership with federal customer agencies including Small Business Administration (SBA), the Strategic Sourcing Leadership Council (SSLC) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to develop OS3. OS3 is expected to provide government savings of $65 million annually on administrative costs and plus an additional $90 million in annual savings captured through lower prices. How OS3 Works: GSA’s FSSI programs help federal agencies buy smarter and save money for taxpayers by leveraging the large quantity the government purchases to negotiate lower prices from suppliers. The OS3 program does this by working with agencies to figure out how much they are spending on common supplies and then working with office supplies vendors to agree on bulk prices that reflect how much the government is buying each year. Building on the successes of OS2, OS3 will include the following new and additional benefits:    

This procurement will be a full-and-open solicitation, open to all office supply businesses, including any businesses that do not have a GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract. Additional purchasing channel options for agencies with the inclusion of a requisition channel and eventually the 4th Party Logistics (vendor direct-delivery requisition/fulfillment) channel Increased opportunities for small businesses with open season on-ramping and an increase in the number of awards reserved for small business Lower prices through increased competition and a dynamic pricing model, which reduces price variances

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GSA’s Networx Contract Saves Almost $700 Million in Fiscal 2013 Networx, the General Services Administration’s (GSA) telecommunications contract has saved their department over $678 million in federal contracting dollars. US Federal Contractor Registration (USFCR) is the world’s largest third party registration firm that registers businesses in System for Award Management (SAM). November 27, 2013

Orlando, FL – Networx, the General Services Administration’s (GSA) telecommunications contract has saved their department over $678 million in federal contractingdollars. Bill Lewis, the Networx Program Manager stated, “With these services, rather than being tied to a desk and desk phone, federal employees now have access to information wherever they are, through services like video chat, virtual private networks and web conferencing.” The Networx contract provides up-to-date technical advances that aides federal employees in their day to day schedule. This is not only said to save funding but also increases productivity tenfold. However, in order for the GSA to receive the products they need through the Networx contract, contractors must first be registered inSystem for Award Manager (SAM). GovernmentContractingTips.com has been assisting registered small business contractors with all of their questions regarding the Government-Wide Acquisition contracts (GWACs). Before a business can start bidding on available contracts they must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM). Most businesses find the SAM registration very difficult and tedious. It can take days or even weeks to fill out the registration if a business is not familiar with the registration process. That is why businesses all over the country have been hiring third party registration firms to conduct the SAM registration for their business.

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Creates Crowdsourcing Mobile App The FCC created a mobile app this month that will allow the agency to crowdsource more effectively and collection information. US Federal Contractor Registration pairs businesses with a dedicated case manager who helps them every step of the way, from initial registration to bidding on contracts. November 26, 2013

Orlando, FL – The FCC created a mobile app this month that will allow the agency to crowdsource more effectively and collection information. The FCC Speed Test is designed to discover and measure the mobile broadband traffic flow and speed of online information. In 2013, more and more agencies have been incorporating mobile platforms in their daily work efforts. Contracting Officers have been utilizing their government funded mobile devices for procurement resources and finding available government contractors. In an effort to modernize government marketing, GovKinex has developed a government-formatted website template designed to help businesses reach procurement officers. What makes the design of the governmentformatted template so innovative is that it was constructed to be authorized by government firewalls and security measures. US Federal Contractor Registration’s website development operation GovKinex has developed a government-formatted website package that works hand in hand with President Obama’s goals. Best of all, every GovKinex website is mobile ready for iPhone and Android compatibility. This makes it possible for government contractors to reach procurement officers on every available operating system, no matter what device contracting officers use to access the internet. These websites also allow businesses to market themselves directly to federal buyers. This service is a must have in today’s federal marketplace. US Federal Contractor Registration is a third party registration firm with corporate offices in Orlando, FL that has helped thousands of businesses complete their SAM registration and bid on contracts. US Federal Contractor Registration pairs businesses with a dedicated case manager who helps them every step of the way, from initial registration to bidding on contracts. US Federal Contractor Registration's BBB rating is A- thanks to the quality of their service and responsiveness to customers. To request an evaluation and assessment by a Placement Specialist for your business, call the Contractor Helpline at (877) 252-2700 Ext 1 or visit our website athttps://www.uscontractorregistration.com/.

Regulations

Environmental Protection Agency Proposes New Guidelines for Greener Federal Purchases November 20, 2013

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing draft guidelines that will help the federal government buy greener and safer products. In response to broad stakeholder interest, EPA is seeking public input on these draft guidelines and a potential approach to assessing non-governmental environmental standards and ecolabels already in the marketplace. “As the largest purchaser in the world, the U.S. government is working to reduce its environmental footprint,” said Jim Jones, Assistant Administrator for the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. “The government buys everything from furniture to lighting to cleaning products. These guidelines will make it easier for federal purchasers to meet the existing goal of 95 percent sustainable purchases while spurring consumers and the private sector to use and demand safer and greener products.” The draft guidelines were developed by EPA, the General Services Administration, and others following several listening sessions with a wide range of stakeholders on how the federal government can be more sustainable in its purchasing and how it can best meet the numerous Federal requirements for the procurement of sustainable and environmentally preferable products and services. The draft guidelines were designed to assist federal purchasing decision makers in more consistently using existing non-governmental product environmental performance standards and ecolabels. The draft guidelines address key characteristics of environmental standards and ecolabels, including the credibility of the development process and the effectiveness of the criteria for environmental performance. The draft guidelines were developed to be flexible enough to be applied to standards and ecolabels in a broad range of product categories.

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DoD Plans to Forge Better Federal Contracts for Government Contractors The DoD plans to increase the amount and quality of contracting opportunities by increasing training to employees, creating 11 integrated cost-analysis teams and better utilizing the Contract Business Analysis Repository. November 19, 2013

Orlando, FL – The DoD plans to increase the amount and quality of contracting opportunities by increasing training to employees, creating 11 integrated costanalysis teams and better utilizing the Contract Business Analysis Repository (CBAR). The CBAR supplies important business information about properly registered government contractors. Shay Assad, Pentagon Procurement Official put to rest some of the misconceptions circling around about hiring inexperienced procurement officers at the Department of Defense (DoD). Assad’s statement was said in front of a large crowd at the recent National Management Association’s Annual Government Contract Management Symposium. Assad referred to the DoD purchasing workforce stating, “Our workforce today is healthier and stronger than it has been in the last 10 years or so.” Other DoD reports were describing the DoD contracting officers as overloaded and inexperienced. When according to Assad, 35% of the DoD staff has had business experience prior to their current position with the DoD as a federal purchasing officer. In order to bid on and work government contracts, businesses must obtain a DUNS number and must complete their System for Award Management (SAM) registration. Successful contractors also develop aggressive government marketing plans, which include the creation of a profile on government websites such as the SBA’s Dynamic Small Business Search and automated bid notifications to their email from FBO.gov. Eric Knellinger, President of US Federal Contractor Registration, is strongly encouraging small businesses to ensure their registration is complete and correct so they don't miss out on the new opportunities available in government contracting.

Regulations

DFARS: Requirements Relating to Supply Chain Risk November 18, 2013

DoD is issuing an interim rule amending the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) to implement a section of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2011, as amended by the NDAA for FY 2013. This interim rule allows DoD to consider the impact of supply chain risk in specified types of procurements related to national security systems. Effective November 18, 2013. This interim rule amends the DFARS to implement section 806 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2011 (Pub. L. 111-383), entitled “Requirements for Information Relating to Supply Chain Risk,” as amended by section 806 of the NDAA for FY 2013 (Pub. L. 112-239), and allows DoD to consider the impact of supply chain risk in specified types of procurements related to national security systems. Section 806 defines supply chain risk as “the risk that an adversary may sabotage, maliciously introduce unwanted function, or otherwise subvert the design, integrity, manufacturing, production, distribution, installation, operation, or maintenance of a covered system so as to surveil, deny, disrupt, or otherwise degrade the function, use, or operation of such system.” This DFARS change is necessary to implement the authorities provided to DoD by section 806, enabling DoD to establish a pilot program to mitigate supply chain risk, which is set to expire on September 30, 2018. These authorities are in addition to other available mitigations, which may not be adequate to protect against the malicious actions referred to in the definition of supply chain risk.

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GSA Seeks Sites for FBI Headquarters November 15, 2013

WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced that it is taking the next step in the process of finding a new headquarters for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. GSA seeks to identify sites that would be acceptable to include in a future competitive procurement that will provide the best deal for taxpayers. GSA has issued an advertisement for Expressions of Interest to landowners requesting that they offer a parcel of land to accommodate the next FBI headquarters in the District of Columbia or the surrounding counties in Maryland and Virginia. GSA will accept site proposals beginning now through December 17, 2013. Today’s advertisement is the next phase in an overall procurement strategy that is expected to conclude sometime in 2015. GSA will include one or more of the sites in a future procurement that would allow GSA to exchange the existing J. Edgar Hoover Building on Pennsylvania Ave. in Washington, D.C. for a new facility that can accommodate the FBI’s headquarters operations and allow it to consolidate into one location. The advertisement asks interested parties to provide information on sites that they would donate to the government or sites that they would sell to the government. Additionally, GSA will consider sites currently in the government inventory. After GSA receives responses, it will begin evaluating the submitted sites, along with those in the federal inventory, to identify sites that meet or exceed GSA’s and FBI’s requirements. GSA anticipates that selected sites will be specified in a future request for development proposals for a new FBI Headquarters. There is significant interest from the private sector and local governments in developing a new FBI headquarters facility in the National Capital Region. Last March, GSA received 38 responses from the development community about exchanging the FBI’s current headquarters in the J. Edgar Hoover building, which no longer meets the FBI needs for a new, consolidated headquarters. GSA is using the input it is receiving to outline its future procurement. The advertisement for Requests for Expressions of Interest is posted to FedBizOpps.gov.

Unisys

Unisys to Transition Department of Energy Employees to Cloud-Based Google Apps Project will move U.S. Department of Energy program's email to help cut costs and increase efficiency December 5, 2013

BLUE BELL, Pa. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS) announced today that it has been awarded a contract to transition 6,000 additional U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) program personnel to Google Apps for Government, a cloud-based email and collaboration solution. The project is the most recent example of Unisys success helping government agencies achieve the savings and efficiencies of cloud-based solutions. Last year, Unisys announced it had completed the transition of 5,000 employees at the Department of Energy's Idaho National Laboratory to the cloud-based solution. The transition is designed to allow the DOE to obtain the cost-cutting advantages of the cloud while giving employees secure and efficient access to email and other data. The solution includes the integration of the department's mobile users. Steve Soroka, group vice president, Unisys Federal Systems stated, "We are working with the DOE and its contractors to bring the efficiencies and cost-savings of the cloud to those who support this program." In May of this year, Unisys also completed a similar transition of 4,500 employees at the National Archives and Records Administration, a project selected for a Government Computer News Award for "showing technical creativity, a willingness to test emerging technologies and the perseverance to push for big, cross-agency IT improvements in an era of budget and cost cutting." For more information on Unisys Collaborative Office Solutions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Google Apps for Government, go to www.unisys.com/cos.

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Accenture Completes Acquisition of Procurian Inc., Expanding Its Leading Capabilities in Procurement Business Process Outsourcing December 5, 2013

NEW YORK – Accenture (NYSE:ACN) has completed its acquisition of Procurian, a leading provider of procurement business process solutions. The acquisition, originally announced on Oct. 3, 2013, further enhances Accenture’s capabilities in procurement business process outsourcing (BPO) across a range of industries including manufacturing, consumer goods, high-tech and financial services, and adds key analytics capabilities and technology assets. Through the acquisition, Procurian’s approximately 780 employees in the United Sta tes, United Kingdom, Czech Republic, India, China and Brazil have joined Accenture. “With the acquisition complete, we look forward to integrating Procurian’s deep strategic sourcing category expertise, advanced analytics capabilities and delivery resources with our own industry-leading capabilities in Sourcing and Procurement to provide a broad portfolio of end to end services to clients," said Mike Salvino, Accenture's group chief executive for BPO. “Most importantly, Accenture is now better equipped to deliver greater value to clients through our comprehensive 4th- and 5th-generation BPO procurement services.” About Accenture Accenture is a global management consulting, technology services and outsourcing company, with approximately 275,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Combining unparalleled experience, comprehensive capabilities across all industries and business functions, and extensive research on the world’s most successful companies, Accenture collaborates with clients to help them become high-performance businesses and governments. The company generated net revenues of US$28.6 billion for the fiscal year ended Aug. 31, 2013. Its home page is www.accenture.com.

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AECOM Wins $209 Million Contract for Libyan Housing, Infrastructure Development Program AECOM designated as lead program manager, main advisor to Libyan Housing and Infrastructure Board and Ministry of Housing and Utilities December 5, 2013

LOS ANGELES – AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE:ACM), a leading provider of professional technical and management support services for public and private clients in more than 140 countries around the world, announced today that it has signed an agreement with the Libyan government’s Housing and Infrastructure Board (HIB) authorizing work valued at US$209 million over a 25-month period. This agreement establishes AECOM as the lead program manager for the Libyan HIB for all urban areas throughout the country. According to the contract, AECOM will serve as the overall program manager of the HIB capital budget program — a comprehensive housing and infrastructure development program for Libya that will create an enhanced environment for its citizens and visitors — which has a current contracted value of more than US$36 billion. As the program expands and becomes fully reestablished, the HIB capital budget program is expected to exceed US$100 billion addressing critical housing and infrastructure needs throughout the country. AECOM led the HIB’s housing and infrastructure program from 2007 until it was suspended in 2011. Additionally, the agreement signed today establishes AECOM as the main advisor to the Ministry of Housing and Utilities (MHU), which oversees the HIB and other agencies, with responsibility for ensuring that common systems and standards are applied to similar projects in other MHU agencies. As such, once the current contract value or timeframe is met (whichever comes first), AECOM’s role may expand to align with the scope of HIB and MHU programs. The scope of this effort on the part of the Libyan HIB includes the construction of new housing and infrastructure systems for all cities in Libya; urban design and development; housing units and residential settlements; upgrades to existing infrastructure, roads, highways, bridges, water, wastewater and other utility systems; and environmentally focused, sustainable processes.

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GrafTech Wins Contract for Orion Spacecraft December 4, 2013

GrafTech International Ltd. (NYSE: GTI) said it has won another contract to provide advanced material components for NASA's Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle Launch Abort System, which allows Orion's crew to escape in an emergency during launch or ascent. The maker of graphite electrodes and other carbon-based products did not specify the value of its work on Orion, a spacecraft that will carry up to four astronauts beyond low Earth orbit on long-duration missions to destinations such as an asteroid and eventually Mars. GrafTech said the advanced composite material and propulsion components for this project were developed and manufactured by a subsidiary of GrafTech's Engineered Solutions segment based in Biddeford, Maine. The company said these thermo-structural composite components “provide the ability to continuously control the vehicle during a launch abort — a new function that enables unprecedented crew safety.” GrafTech said its advanced material system is able to withstand 3,500-degree Fahrenheit gas temperatures in a dynamic flow environment. Lockheed Martin is the prime contractor to NASA for the Orion spacecraft. The first test flight, called Exploration Flight Test - 1 (EFT-1), is scheduled for September 2014. In commenting on the contract, GrafTech chairman and CEO Craig Shular said in a news release, “We continue to leverage GrafTech's core competency of providing innovative graphite material science solutions into high-tech industries. We value the partnerships we have with industry leaders, NASA and Lockheed Martin, and the opportunities we've had to support their missions.”

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Definitive Logic Awarded Department of Labor Contract to Support Budgeting System December 3, 2013

ARLINGTON, Va. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Definitive Logic, a management consulting and systems engineering firm, today announced it was awarded a new contract with the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). The Arlingtonbased company will support the development, modernization and enhancement of DOL's budget formulation, management and reporting system. This win is Definitive Logic's first prime contract with the agency. For DOL, Definitive Logic will rely on their software development, system integration and lifecycle management expertise to help advance the agency's budgeting system. The company will develop software to enhance current DOL offerings, evaluate current architecture, help with technology transition and use the System Development Lifecycle to ensure the quality of the software. "DOL's vision is to provide functionality for the agency and departments to formulate and monitor their budgets over the long term. This contract will assist DOL by providing enhancements and reliability to enable them and other government customers to effectively analyze and manage their budgets," said Jeremy Fisher, Director of Definitive Logic. Definitive Logic has provided similar solutions in the federal space, including analysis and evaluation work with the Army G8 Program and the Navy PEO Aircraft Carriers. This one-year contract is a time and materials contract and has a value of more than $1.8 million. Headquartered in Arlington, Va., Definitive Logic supports its DoD, DHS and civilian customers with information technology, management consulting and systems engineering services. The company specializes in real estate, financial management, health IT and test engineering solutions, and has established centers of excellence in business intelligence and analytics, systems integration and management consulting. Its prime contracts include GSA IT 70, GSA MOBIS 874, FAA eFast MOA, Navy Seaport-e and others. The company is also CMMI Level III SCAMPI-A appraised for development. For more information, please visit http://www.definitivelogic.com/.

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ICF International Wins Approximately $33 Million Contract with Environmental Protection Agency December 3, 2013

FAIRFAX, Va. – ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI), a leading provider of cons ulting services and technology solutions to government and commercial clients, has been awarded a recompete contract with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Office of Research and Development, supporting the National Center for Environmental Assessment’s efforts to conduct human health risk assessments. The contract has a value of approximately $33 million and a term of one base year and four option years. Under this contract, ICF will continue to support EPA’s efforts on a broad range of activities, including conducting risk assessments on chemicals, chemical mixtures, and other environmental stressors. Additionally, ICF will help develop state-of-the-art methods, models, databases, and guidance documents for human health risk assessment and will support the development of toxicity reference values for EPA’s Integrated Risk Information System. “This is both an exciting and challenging time for the field of risk assessment. EPA needs the best available scientists, data management tools, and communication practices to keep pace with rapidly advancing methodology, large amounts of data, and demands for transparency,” said Jennifer Welham, vice president for ICF International. “We are very proud to continue supporting EPA’s efforts in human health risk assessment.” For More Information   

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NASA Selects Contractors for Facility Construction at Ames December 3, 2013

WASHINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; NASA has selected four California companies to perform facility construction and modifications at the agency's Ames Research Center in Moffett Field, Calif. The companies are Cyber Professional Solutions of Chula Vista, SM Construction Inc. of Clovis, Menco Pacific of Escondido, and Tri-Technic Inc. of Sonora and will share a multiple award contract valued at $30 million. The firm-fixed priced contract has a twoyear base period, three option periods and an indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity component. Contractual services begin Dec. 3. The selected contractors will support the construction, alteration, and repair of NASA buildings, structures, and other real property located at Ames and the Moffett Federal Airfield Complex (MFAC). Work will include a variety of construction related activities including new construction, renovation, and repairs at various locations at Ames and MFAC. For information about NASA and agency programs, visit:

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Cherokee Nation Technologies Wins Contract for the American Indian Records Repository CNT awarded $35M contract with the Office of Historical Trust Accounting December 2, 2013

CATOOSA, Okla. – Cherokee Nation Technologies is beginning its work with the Office of the Special Trustee for American Indians' Office of Historical Trust Accounting (OHTA) to provide research and historical documentation services in support of the U.S. Department Of Interior's efforts to reconcile monetary accounts with Native American tribes. The $35 million contract spans five years. The company’s primary tasks are to search, collect and safeguard Indian Trust-related documents; design and execute database inquiries; manage and track document requests; and provide analytical assistance for tribal accounts. “Securing and protecting these documents is a top priority for all of Indian Country. We have an opportunity to be part of a solution that can benefit tribal governments and Native families all across the nation,” said Bill John Baker, Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. “We will support this organization and its mission with the utmost with respect and integrity.” CNT is providing two teams to work in the secure, underground facility in Lenexa, Kan. The first team monitors all requests for documents as they are located, imaged, encoded and loaded into the viewing database for the requestor to access. The second team is focusing its efforts on litigation support and running high level queries for multiple agencies, such as the Department of the Interior, Department of Justice and the National Archives and Records Administration. The research is used to identify images and documents that could prove to be vital during the discovery phase of litigation.

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Industry Analyst Jeff Kagan on US Gov Dropping Verizon, Going H-P on Obamacare HP will now run the healthcare web site. Technology Industry Analyst Jeff Kagan is available to speak with reporters, or may be quoted through this release. November 29, 2013

Atlanta, GA – The United States Government is replacing Verizon with HP as host of Obamacare web site, says Bloomberg, Nov. 28. Tech analyst Jeff offers comment.

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“While this is a black-eye for Verizon, I am also quite sure they are happy to put as much distance between them and Obamacare as possible. This could be a win for HP if they can help repair and better manage the Obamacare web site. The next question is, can they?” says Principal analyst Jeff Kagan. The contract held by Terremark, a unit of Verizon for hosting the federal online insurance exchange expires in March. Terremark was acquired by Verizon in 2011. The data center which is run by Terremark has had several outages in October which caused the website to fail, according to the Bloomberg news story. HHS worked with Verizon and Terremark to upgrade the infrastructure to improve reliability. “It seems Terremark was a part of the problem. This was not the only problem however. While this is embarrassing to Verizon, the larger question is can Obamacare recover? I hope so, but so far I don’t see anything that says there will be any changes going forward. We’ll have to keep our eyes on this rollout. It’s starting to get very interesting,” says Kagan.

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SAIC Awarded Contract by U.S. Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic Company to Provide Transport, Computing and Infrastructure Support Services Related to Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance November 26, 2013

MCLEAN, Va. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) (NYSE: SAIC) announced today that it was awarded a prime contract by the U.S. Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic (SSC Atlantic) to provide transport, computing and infrastructure support services related to command, control, communications, computers, combat systems, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C5ISR). The multiple-award indefinite-delivery/indefinitequantity (IDIQ) contract has a one-year period of performance, four one-year options, and a total contract ceiling value of approximately $890 million available to all awardees, if all options are exercised. Work will be performed in Charleston, S.C.and locations worldwide. SAIC is one of 14 awardees that will compete for task orders under the contract. SSC Atlantic serves naval, joint and national warfighters' unified efforts to best cope with the dangers of the 21st century and beyond. It designs, acquires, engineers, and sustains systems, sensor connections, cyber network infrastructures and knowledge management services to ensure reliable information is available to only those who need it, where and when it is needed. The contract will require transport, computing and infrastructure services to research, develop, test, evaluate, produce and field tools for C5ISR, information operations, enterprise information services and space capabilities. "The scope of this contract covers the entire spectrum of services and solutions associated with the full system life-cycle support for SSC Atlantic's networking and computing mission," said Tom Watson, SAIC Navy and Marine Corps Customer Group senior vice president. "We look forward to continuing to provide C5ISR and IT capabilities to our customer."

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General Dynamics Awarded $29 Million by Navy for Common Missile Compartment Development November 20, 2013

GROTON, Conn. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The U.S Navy has awarded General Dynamics Electric Boat a $28.9 million contract modification to continue development of the Common Missile Compartment for the U.S. Ohio replacement submarine and the United Kingdom's Successor ballisticmissile submarine. The company received a similar award on November 14. Electric Boat is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD). Electric Boat will procure hardware and material for the Common Missile Compartment's missile-tube assembly and weldments. Initially awarded in December 2012, the five-year, $1.85 billion contract calls for Electric Boat to perform research and development work for the Navy's next-generation ballistic-missile submarine, which is scheduled to begin construction in 2021. The potential value of the overall contract is $2.9 billion. This work will engage Electric Boat's engineering and design organization, which comprises more than 4,000 employees. Possessing proven technical capabilities, these employees work on all facets of the submarine lifecycle from concept formulation and design through construction, maintenance and modernization, and eventually to inactivation and disposal. More information about General Dynamics is available at www.generaldynamics.com.

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Highlight Technologies Awarded Prime Contract with Department of Education, Federal Student Aid November 20, 2013

FAIRFAX, Va. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Highlight Technologies, LLC, an 8(a), womanowned small business was awarded a 5year prime contract to provide and deliver Enterprise IT Architecture subject matter expert (SME) consulting services for the Department of Education, Federal Student Aid (FSA) in Washington, DC. Highlight's IT Architectural SMEs support FSA by providing IT governance, technology standards development, architecture review board support, design document reviews, and research on emerging technologies. "We are delighted for the opportunity to provide technology support to FSA. Highlight is privileged to contribute to FSA's important mission of helping fund millions of Americans to pursue their educational goals," said Highlight CEO Rebecca Andino. About Highlight Technologies, LLC Highlight Technologies, LLC is a woman-owned, 8(a), ISO 9001:2008 certified firm headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia that provides knowledge management, data architecture, software development and information security support to Federal agencies. Our customers include DISA, EPA, FDIC, and the Departments of Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Homeland Security, Navy, State, Transportation and Veterans Affairs. For more information please visit www.highlighttech.com.

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Dynasil's RMD Subsidiary Awarded $4 Million in Technology Development Grants by U.S. Department of Energy November 19, 2013

WATERTOWN, Mass. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dynasil Corporation of America (NASDAQ: DYSL) today announced that its contract research subsidiary, RMD Inc., has received four grants totaling $4.0 million under the U.S. Department of Energy's Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs. "RMD's world-class research in nuclear detection continues to be on the cutting edge of new technologies," said Peter Sulick, Dynasil's Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and President. "Advanced nuclear detection materials are being developed for the Department of Energy to further replace helium3 in the critical areas of homeland security and nuclear fuel accountability." "From accounting for the country's nuclear fuel supply to monitoring the 15 million shipping containers that enter the U.S.'s ports every year for illicit nuclear materials, the new Phase II research projects RMD is undertaking through these SBIR/STTR Programs exemplify some of the world's most demanding security and safety needs," said Kanai Shah, Ph. D. President of Dynasil's RMD subsidiary. "Dynasil is proud to partner with the Department of Energy on these initiatives." "These Phase II grants capitalize on our technical and scientific capability in the development of scintillation materials and solid state sensors for nuclear detection," Kanai Shah said. "Our work has significant application in the prevention of terrorist attacks and the safe guarding of nuclear materials, as well as in commercial endeavors such as energy exploration, nuclear power plant safety, medical imaging, basic science research and non-destructive testing."

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Webinar: Next Generation Data Center Storage and Virtualization for Government December 17, 2013: 2 pm, Online

Government agencies operating remote and branch offices are often faced with a difficult choice: provide state of the art computing and data storage solutions close to end users to ensure local performance, or consolidate to the data center to ensure control and safekeeping. Register for this webinar to learn how innovative storage solutions (delete from industry leading service providers IBM and Riverbed) will enable government IT departments to resolve the conflict by consolidating heterogeneous environments to deliver the best of both worlds – local performance in the branch delivered from the data center. With all data now centralized, provisioning and recovery of remote locations can now happen in minutes. Over the span of this 60 minute learning opportunity, the use cases to be reviewed include how to:  Consolidate and protect your data  Save costs with advanced storage capabilities  Virtualize to manage heterogeneous storage systems  Recover data from disasters Presenters  Jim Adcox, Storage Solution Architect, Riverbed  Marty O’Dea, Storage Optimization Solutions Executive, IBM  Michelle Tidwell, Storage Solutions Business Line Manager, IBM

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2nd Annual Utility Cyber Security Conference January 14-16, 2014: Atlanta, GA The 2nd Annual Utility Cyber Security Conference addresses crucial elements to secure the power grid including physical security, employee awareness training, information sharing platforms, protection against phishing attacks, defense and depth strategies and more! This conference will include a robust roster of seniorlevel speakers from electric utilities in the Information Technology, Cyber Security and Grid Security realm. Case studies from leading utility cyber security experts will be featured at the conference over a two-and-ahalf day period of peer-to-peer presentations, workshops and interactive discussions. A Q&A portion will follow each session, allowing attendees to ask relevant questions on the subject matter. Join your peers in stabilizing network security by maximizing physical security and overcoming aging infrastructure while adhering to industry standards! · · · · ·

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U.S. Census Data Protection & Privacy Day January 28, 2014: Suitland, MD The Census Bureauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Privacy Compliance Branch of the Policy Coordination Office is hosting a Data Protection and Privacy Day on January 28. This event is intended to provide a forum for Census employees and contractors to discuss current data protection and privacy policy and to generate ideas to help evolve the current policies. The event will feature various participants from the U.S. Census Bureau as well as other government agencies and industry. The Policy Coordination Office would like to reach out to the industry community to achieve its mission of protecting the sensitive information collected by the Census Bureau. Employees will be encouraged to meet with industry exhibitors throughout the day to learn about their products and exchange ideas on ways that these products and services can enhance the mission of the Policy Coordination Office. About the Census Bureau The mission of the Bureau of the Census within the Economics and Statistics Administration (under the Department of Commerce), is to serve as the leading source of quality data about the Nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s people and economy. The Census Bureau employs nearly 12,000 people with the workforce expanding dramatically when the census is taken every 10 years. With the headquarters just outside Washington, DC in Suitland, MD, the Census Bureau also has 12 regional offices: Atlanta, Boston, Charlotte, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Los Angeles, New York, Philadelphia and Seattle; and a processing center in Jeffersonville, IN. For more information, visit: https://www.fbcinc.com/event.aspx/Q6UJ9A00SYXI

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Software Workshop Issues, Contracts, and Negotiations January 28-29, 2014: Miami, Florida In recent years, software deals have grown more complicated and difficult to understand and manage. This workshop delivers the latest information you need to know about software issues, contracts and negotiations. Our highly skilled instructors have years of hands-on experience, so you get valuable insights and tips you can put to use immediately. What you learn at this workshop translates directly into more protection and flexibility in every software agreement you negotiate. Topics Include  How Software is Protected  Key Licensing Ingredients  Software Development  Pricing Models and Strategies  Avoiding Litigation  Prioritizing Objectives  And more Benefits       

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Atlanta, Georgia

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Getting to Atlanta via Airplane: Hartsfield Jackson International Airport (ATL) is 10 miles from downtown Atlanta, and is one of the busiest airports in the country, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s safe bet that you can get a flight to meet your needs. But you should also plan accordingly, allowing yourself wiggle room when you fly in and fly out of Hartsfield in case of airport or weather related delays. Ground Transportation: Taxi rates from the airport to downtown run approximately $30 as a standard flat rate. Standard taxi rates run approximately $2.50 for the first 1/8 mile, and 25 cents for each 1/8-mile thereafter so it adds up fast. Of course Atlanta is a large spread out city so be aware that travel and traffic times need to be factored into this. Though there is just over half a million people living in Atlanta proper, there are nearly six million people in the greater region. Getting around the City: Atlanta is a big city, but driving is the best idea, in spite of the occasionally congested freeways. The first thing to learn is OTP or ITP. These Atlanta related slang terms translate to "outside the Perimeter" and "inside the Perimeter." The Perimeter, also known as Interstate 285, circles the city of Atlanta. Be specific by adding the phrase "top end," meaning the section of the Perimeter above I-20, or the phrase "bottom end," referring to anything below I-20. Some newcomers have a hard time realizing if you travel on I-285 you will eventually wind up where you started, and no one wants that. Public transportation is also quite easy and MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) is the most popular transportation system being simple for both bus and train riders. Look for the striped signs in blue, orange, and gold, which are identified as MARTA stations, stops, and vehicles. For those who ride the MARTA bus, the names and route numbers are displayed above the vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s windshield. For train riders, there are signs that direct them to the trains and give directions to platforms for boarding. There are courtesy telephones, MARTA police, and, customer service staff that can help you if you need require assistance. The Breeze card costs $1, then amounts are loaded onto it.

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Weather: Spring in Atlanta is mild with temperatures from the mid-70s to the low 80s as it nears summer, but March is the wettest month, so have an umbrella handy. During the summer months, the temperatures fluctuate within the 80’s but July is the warmest month of the year in the 90s. But it’s the famous humidity that takes some getting used to! Fall means foliage and the leaves begin to change. October is the least rainy month of the year so outdoor activities are always possible and the weather stays in the upper 60s. Winter in Atlanta can actually mean snowfall, typically less than 2 inches and it doesn’t stay on the ground for very long. Daytime highs range from the mid to upper 50’s, and nighttime temperatures drop into the low to mid 30’s.

Off the Clock: The Sanctuary Located in trendy Buckhead, this is the place if you love dancing but salsa dancing in particular. Fridays are salsa nights with lessons starting at 9 p.m., so if you’re a beginner, intermediate or advanced this is a comfortable place to dance. Most of the people there are regulars, so it’s a friendly dance club. Drinks are not allowed on the dance floor, there is plenty of seating if you want to take a break and it’s smoke-free! Entry is free before 10 p.m. and there is free and accessible parking in their private lot. World of Coca-Cola Since Atlanta is considered the birthplace of Coke, the World of Coca-Cola is a must stop to understand the history of the world's most famous soft drink. The tour features a fullyfunctioning bottling line that produces an 8 oz. glass bottles of Coke for each guest. There are over 1,200 never-before-displayed artifacts ranging from vintage bottles to a 1939 delivery truck from Argentina, even a 4-D movie experience, "In Search of the Secret Formula.” Taste It! Is where you will sample over 60 different flavors of the classic beverage from around the world and then try to match the original by mixing your own concoction in the Vault of the Secret Formula. And you can have your photo taken with the Coke polar bear just to prove you were here! Admission is $16. Martin Luther King, Jr. Historic Site Encompassing 35 acres, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Historic Site is comprised of landmarks as well as modern-day monuments and facilities. This is a journey through the historical struggles of the South and life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. You can visit Dr. King's original gravesite and current tomb, tour his boyhood home, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and the historic Fire Station No. 6 - one of the South's first desegregated fire houses. There is also the International Civil Rights Walk of Fame, and it’s all free.

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Dining in Atlanta: Recommendations for Business Meetings Fox Brothers : Fox Brothers has been voted as the best BBQ in Atlanta by the Atlanta Journal Constitution. All their meats are cooked low and slow over hickory, including baby back ribs, pulled pork and brisket. Atlanta has no shortages of excellent local BBQ places, some looking less than appealing from the outside, however the food is what you’d expect from great Southern BBQ. Located in Buckhead this is nothing fancy looking but it is mouth watering. 1238 DeKalb Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307

SkyLounge: SkyLounge was voted one of the top 23 roof-top bars in the world by ABC.com. Frankly any roof top bar is terrific scenery and SkyLounge is the best rooftop bar in the city, with postcard perfect expansive views. Providing fusion cocktails and traditional cocktails the SkyLounge is a great place to start or end your evening. There is also music to keep the energy moving, but it does allow smoking. 110 Marietta St NW Atlanta, GA 30303

Glenn’s Kitchen: You’re in the South, therefore shrimp and grits is a must try. Glenn’s Kitchen serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner in a comfortable but upscale environment, which feels more like a nice club than a restaurant. This is an ideal place to hold a meeting without feeling like you’re holding a meeting. Foods include North Georgia trout, North Carolina Red Chicken, and their popular fish tacos. 110 Marietta St NW Atlanta, GA 30303

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Quick Eats on a Budget Just Around the Corner: This spot is, well, just around the corner from the World Congress Center and is tiny but quick. Less than 10 bucks for a good burger, seasoned fries, and a drink with free refills, now thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a deal. The tables and chairs under the red awning are a great place to people watch. The sign says "The Best Burger in Town" and it may not be the best but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pretty darn good. If you are here on a weekday, take a second to step inside the State Bar Building across the street and see President Woodrow Wilson's law office recreated in the lobby! 76 Spring St NW Atlanta, GA 30303

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Miami, Florida

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Getting to Miami via Airplane: Being a popular destination getting to Miami International Airport (MIA) is easy and convenient. MIA is the twelfth busiest airport in the United States when ranked by passenger traffic and the second busiest airport in the United States when ranked by international passenger traffic. You'd think that making your way through such a busy airport would be a hassle, but you'd be wrong; MIA is actually rather user-friendly and easy to navigate. Ground Transportation: Downtown is merely eight miles away and there are well over a dozen taxi companies who serve Miami with flat rates of about $15 - $20 for service to area hotels. Similarly shuttle service to major hotels will run about $20 - $25. Unregulated taxis are notorious for this area so be advised to choose carefully. Getting around the City: In Miami Beach a rental car or taxi is a necessity. Taxis run at metered rates; $2.50 for the first 1/6 mile and $0.40 for each additional 1/6 mile, totaling nearly $5 per mile and you are also responsible for paying any tolls incurred. Garages for your car average about $4/hour in downtown with a maximum in the $30 day range. With stops every few blocks and service running every 10 to 15 minutes throughout each day, the South Beach Local (SOBE) bus makes getting around a little easier. Geared mainly toward visitors, the buses are air-conditioned, clean and safe. The fare is $0.25, considerably less than the regular Miami-Dade Metrobus service at $1.50. Weather: This is Florida therefore even the winters are warm with daytimes averaging the mid 70s and the evening cooling down to the mid 50s. Typical summer days are in the high 80s to mid 90s accompanied by high humidity, and the nighttime temps settle to the low 70s. Miami receives abundant rainfall, one of the highest among major U.S. cities, occurring from mid-May through early October. It receives annual rainfall of 55 inches, so be prepared. Along with the wet season, Miami reports more thunderstorms than most cities, with about 80 days per year having thunder reported. Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30.

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Off the Clock: Miami Club Rum: The Caribbean is home to some of the finest rum in the world, but now rum is actually made in downtown Miami with their very first distillery, Miami Club Rum. The distillers utilize South Florida sugarcane and other local ingredients to create a unique rum experience which you can visit. The lobby/visitors lounge looks like a cross between Don Draper's Miami hideaway, complete with bar, mid-century leather couch, and three-dimensional moonscape, and Frank Sinatra at the Fontainebleau; a kind of mid-century modern, with retro furniture, and historical black and white prints on the walls. This is great spot to not only unwind and have fun, but sample a uniquely Miami product. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens: Built by agricultural industrialist James Deering in 1916, Vizcaya comprises a main house, 10 acres of formal gardens, and an historic village. At the time the National Historic Landmark was constructed, the city’s population was only about 10,000; of that, 1,000 workers were employed in the building of the house and installation of the landscape. Over the years, notables such as Queen Elizabeth II, Pope John Paul II and President Reagan have stayed here. In essence it’s an imported Italian Villa to Miami, which may seem odd but it totally works with the picturesque lovely gardens, great weathered architecture and the property was featured in the film Iron Man. It’s an educational step into Miami’s past. Admission: $15

Miami, Florida

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Dining in Miami: Recommendations for a Business Meeting Zuma: Though is can be tough to get a dinner reservations, the business lunch might be an easier bet. This downtown spot draws throngs with its Zen mastery of modern izakaya-inspired Japanese fare plus sushi, robata grilled items and more. There are terrific views from the terrace overlooking the Miami River along with a stunning dining room and vibrant sake bar and lounge. Zuma offers a kind of cubist, amber tinged decor set against round tables and chairs, a cavernous space done up in a modern style as room is open two, even three stories up in places, with square panels suspended from the ceiling to break up the expanse, and floor-to-ceiling windo ws that look out onto the Miami River. The menu features selections of sashimi, nigiri and maki, a variety of small plates, as well as several more substantial main-course-sized items. Food comes either from the sushi bar, the robata grill, or the kitchen, and dishes are brought out to the table continuously over the course of the meal, rather than as appetizer and then entrĂŠe. Area 31: Located on the 16th floor of the Epic Hotel Area 31 delivers a dramatic menu of fresh, local seafood prepared with global influences but retain its Atlantic coastal roots. The swanky seafood is all local and sustainable fish, and the gracious staff is willin g to accommodate dietary restrictions. The interior is light and airy but the outside terrace, with its amazing views of the Miami skyline along the river is the place to be to impress. The name comes from the United Nations 'Fishing Area 31,' which encompasses the local waters surrounding Miami and the Florida coast. The restaurant features an extensive list of high-end and unique wines and of course thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plenty of seafood like swordfish and octopus, lobster and scallops, but also a portion of the menu is dedicated to beef, lamb and pasta dishes so you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t need to be a seafood lover to go here.

Miami, Florida

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Cheap (but good) Eats: Bon Fromage is a specialty food, cheese and wine shop located in the heart of Miamiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial district, featuring some fresh and tasty sandwiches like their popular prosciutto di Parma sandwiches to burgers, as well as salads, omelets artisanal cheeses, fresh bread, imported olive oils, fine wine and beer. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner this downtown/Brickell area spot spots an interior is basic as a deli can be with the exception of a wall of wine at your disposal. They offer a daily happy hour from 4 to 8 p.m.

Per Diem Rates for 2014: The following rates apply for Miami, FL Primary Destination* Miami

County Miami-Dade

Max Lodging by Month (Excludes Taxes) for 2014 Jan

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187

109

Meals & Inc. Exp. ** 66

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