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Federal Register: National Industrial Security Program

This final rule removes the DoD's regulations on the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) regarding industrial security procedures and practices related to foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI) for U.S. Government activities. The interim final rule currently in effect is duplicative and obsolete. The Director of the National Archives and Records Administration's (NARA) Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO) is responsible for implementing and monitoring Executive Branch implementation of the NISP, and DoD's rule duplicates an amendment to the NARA rule on the same subject.

Cabrillo Club·February 17, 2026
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Federal Register: National Industrial Security Program

The Department of Defense is removing its duplicative National Industrial Security Program (NISP) regulations governing Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) procedures for cleared contractors. This final rule eliminates DoD's redundant oversight in favor of centralized administration by NARA's Information Security Oversight Office (ISOO), which already maintains authoritative NISP regulations. Cleared contractors operating under facility security clearances (FCLs) must now reference ISOO's 32 CFR Part 2004 as the sole regulatory authority for FOCI mitigation instruments, ownership reporting, and industrial security procedures. This consolidation does not change substantive FOCI requirements but eliminates regulatory duplication that has created compliance confusion.

Cabrillo Club·February 17, 2026
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Federal Register: National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM); Amendment

DoD is proposing amendments to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) based on public comments received on a final rule published on December 21, 2020. The proposed amendments address implementation guidance and costs for the Security Executive Agent Directive (SEAD) 3, clarifications on procedures for the protection and reproduction of classified information, controlled unclassified information (CUI), National Interest Determination (NID) requirements for cleared contractors operating under a Special Security Agreement for Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence, and eligibility determinations for personnel security clearance processes and requirements.

Cabrillo Club·February 17, 2026
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Federal Register: National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM); Amendment

DoD is proposing amendments to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) based on public comments received on a final rule published on December 21, 2020. The proposed amendments address implementation guidance and costs for the Security Executive Agent Directive (SEAD) 3, clarifications on procedures for the protection and reproduction of classified information, controlled unclassified information (CUI), National Interest Determination (NID) requirements for cleared contractors operating under a Special Security Agreement for Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence, and eligibility determinations for personnel security clearance processes and requirements.

Cabrillo Club·February 17, 2026
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Federal Register: National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM); Amendment

DoD has published proposed amendments to the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) addressing critical implementation gaps from the December 2020 final rule. These changes directly impact cleared contractors' handling of classified information, CUI protocols, Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) mitigation under Special Security Agreements, and personnel security clearance eligibility determinations. Contractors holding Facility Clearances (FCLs) must prepare for revised compliance requirements across information security, FOCI mitigation, and personnel vetting processes. This is a HIGH severity event requiring immediate review by FSOs, Compliance Officers, and Capture leadership.

Cabrillo Club·February 17, 2026
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US Air Force needs 500 next-gen fighters, bombers to beat China, think tank says

The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies recommends the U.S. Air Force procure at least 500 next-generation aircraft (300 F-47 fighters and 200 B-21 bombers) to counter China, significantly exceeding current plans of 185 F-47s and 100 B-21s. This policy recommendation could drive major procurement increases for Boeing's F-47 program and Northrop Grumman's B-21 Raider program. While currently a think tank recommendation rather than official policy, such influential defense policy papers often shape congressional budget decisions and DoD acquisition strategies.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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US Air Force needs 500 next-gen fighters, bombers to beat China, think tank says

The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies recommends the U.S. Air Force procure at least 500 next-generation aircraft (300 F-47 fighters and 200 B-21 bombers) to counter China, significantly exceeding current plans of 185 F-47s and 100 B-21s. This policy recommendation could drive major procurement increases for Boeing's F-47 program and Northrop Grumman's B-21 Raider program. While currently a think tank recommendation rather than official policy, such influential defense policy papers often shape congressional budget decisions and DoD acquisition strategies.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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US Air Force needs 500 next-gen fighters, bombers to beat China, think tank says

The Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies has issued a policy recommendation calling for the U.S. Air Force to procure 500 next-generation aircraft—300 F-47 fighters and 200 B-21 bombers—to counter China's military expansion, nearly tripling current acquisition plans. While this remains a think tank recommendation rather than official DoD policy, such influential defense policy papers historically shape congressional appropriations and acquisition strategy, signaling potential multi-billion-dollar procurement expansions for prime contractors and their supply chains. Contractors in aerospace manufacturing, advanced systems integration, and defense R&D should immediately assess their positioning for F-47 and B-21 program participation, as this recommendation could accelerate FY2026-2030 budget requests and trigger new subcontract opportunities across NAICS 336411, 336412, 336413, 334511, 541330, and 541712.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Dismantle DEI Act of 2025

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Education and Workforce, Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, Financial Services, Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Dismantle DEI Act of 2025

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, Education and Workforce, Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, Financial Services, Energy and Commerce, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Dismantle DEI Act of 2025

The Dismantle DEI Act of 2025 has been introduced and referred to eight House committees with jurisdiction over federal agencies, defense, education, workforce, and intelligence operations. This legislation poses a HIGH severity threat to contractors delivering diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, training services, HR consulting, and workforce development across DOD, DHS, GSA, DOJ, DOE, DOT, ED, STATE, TREASURY, HHS, DOL, and ODNI. Contractors holding IDIQ positions on OASIS+, ASTRO, Alliant 3, STARS III, 8(a) STARS III, VETS 2, HCaTS, and PSS should immediately audit active task orders, pipeline opportunities, and compliance obligations tied to Executive Order 11246, FAR Part 22, and OFCCP regulations.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Why Greenland’s takeover by the US is not needed for Golden Dome

The Trump administration issued an executive order in January 2025 establishing the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, though specific program details and budgetary information remain insufficient for Congressional oversight according to House and Senate appropriators. The initiative is linked to the administration's National Defense Strategy which emphasizes guaranteed military access to Greenland, though the article argues acquisition of Greenland is not necessary for the missile defense objectives. Defense contractors should monitor for forthcoming program requirements and funding allocations as Golden Dome details emerge, as this represents a significant new defense initiative with unclear budgetary scope.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Why Greenland’s takeover by the US is not needed for Golden Dome

The Trump administration issued an executive order in January 2025 establishing the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, though specific program details and budgetary information remain insufficient for Congressional oversight according to House and Senate appropriators. The initiative is linked to the administration's National Defense Strategy which emphasizes guaranteed military access to Greenland, though the article argues acquisition of Greenland is not necessary for the missile defense objectives. Defense contractors should monitor for forthcoming program requirements and funding allocations as Golden Dome details emerge, as this represents a significant new defense initiative with unclear budgetary scope.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Why Greenland’s takeover by the US is not needed for Golden Dome

The Trump administration issued an executive order in January 2025 establishing the 'Golden Dome' missile defense system, a HIGH-severity development for defense contractors. Congressional appropriators report insufficient program details and budgetary information for oversight, creating uncertainty around funding allocations and requirements. While linked to National Defense Strategy objectives requiring military access to Greenland, the initiative represents a significant new defense program with undefined scope—contractors in missile defense, aerospace, radar systems, and C2 must immediately position for forthcoming solicitations as program requirements crystallize.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Coast Guard awards Davie Defense contract for 5 icebreakers

The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded Davie Defense a contract for 5 icebreakers, representing a major procurement action to revitalize Coast Guard icebreaking capabilities. This contract award signals significant opportunities in the maritime defense sector and reflects DHS priorities for Arctic and polar operations. The multi-vessel contract represents substantial federal investment in shipbuilding and could impact the competitive landscape for maritime defense contractors.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Coast Guard awards Davie Defense contract for 5 icebreakers

The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded Davie Defense a contract for 5 icebreakers, representing a major procurement action to revitalize Coast Guard icebreaking capabilities. This contract award signals significant opportunities in the maritime defense sector and reflects DHS priorities for Arctic and polar operations. The multi-vessel contract represents substantial federal investment in shipbuilding and could impact the competitive landscape for maritime defense contractors.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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Coast Guard awards Davie Defense contract for 5 icebreakers

The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded Davie Defense a contract for 5 icebreakers, marking a HIGH-severity procurement event that signals major federal investment in Arctic and polar maritime capabilities under DHS. This multi-vessel award establishes a new competitive baseline in the maritime defense sector and creates immediate follow-on opportunities across shipbuilding, engineering services, and sustainment operations. Contractors in NAICS 336611/336612 (shipbuilding), 541330 (engineering), and related maritime defense sectors must immediately assess their positioning for subcontracting, teaming, and future icebreaker modernization solicitations. This contract represents a strategic shift in Coast Guard procurement priorities and will generate cascading opportunities across the maritime defense industrial base.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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DOJ ramps up AI for legal work, crime predictions, surveillance, inventory shows

The Department of Justice has dramatically expanded its AI usage from 4 use cases in 2023 to 315 in 2025, with 114 classified as 'high-impact' affecting rights and safety decisions. This represents a significant shift in how DOJ operates across litigation, criminal investigations, and federal prisons, potentially creating new compliance requirements and contracting opportunities for AI vendors. Contractors supporting DOJ operations should anticipate increased demand for AI solutions while navigating heightened scrutiny around bias, privacy, and civil liberties concerns.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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DOJ ramps up AI for legal work, crime predictions, surveillance, inventory shows

The Department of Justice has dramatically expanded its AI usage from 4 use cases in 2023 to 315 in 2025, with 114 classified as 'high-impact' affecting rights and safety decisions. This represents a significant shift in how DOJ operates across litigation, criminal investigations, and federal prisons, potentially creating new compliance requirements and contracting opportunities for AI vendors. Contractors supporting DOJ operations should anticipate increased demand for AI solutions while navigating heightened scrutiny around bias, privacy, and civil liberties concerns.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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DOJ ramps up AI for legal work, crime predictions, surveillance, inventory shows

The Department of Justice has exploded its AI deployment from 4 use cases in 2023 to 315 in 2025, with 114 classified as high-impact systems affecting rights, safety, and criminal justice decisions. This policy shift creates immediate contracting opportunities across litigation support, predictive analytics, surveillance, and biometric systems while introducing stringent compliance requirements around bias mitigation, privacy protection, and civil liberties safeguards. Contractors supporting DOJ, FBI, DEA, ATF, BOP, USMS, and EOUSA must prepare for accelerated AI procurement cycles, enhanced technical evaluation criteria, and mandatory adherence to NIST AI Risk Management Framework and OMB AI guidance.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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CBP to strengthen ‘tactical targeting,’ ‘counter-network analysis’ with Clearview AI

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has awarded a one-year base contract to Clearview AI for facial recognition and biometric capabilities, providing 15 software licenses to access a database of over 60 billion publicly available images. The contract, starting in September, will support CBP's National Targeting Center for tactical targeting and counter-network analysis operations. This represents part of a broader DHS trend of expanding AI and biometric technology adoption for law enforcement and border security operations, though it faces potential legislative restrictions.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026
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CBP to strengthen ‘tactical targeting,’ ‘counter-network analysis’ with Clearview AI

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has awarded Clearview AI a one-year base contract for facial recognition capabilities, providing 15 software licenses accessing a 60+ billion image database to support tactical targeting and counter-network analysis at CBP's National Targeting Center. This contract signals DHS's accelerating adoption of AI-driven biometric technologies for border security and law enforcement operations, creating immediate opportunities for contractors in facial recognition, data analytics, and AI-powered investigative tools. Contractors with capabilities in biometric systems, AI/ML platforms, and counter-terrorism analytics should prepare for expanded procurement activity across DHS components, though legislative restrictions on facial recognition technology may constrain future awards.

Cabrillo Club·February 16, 2026