Program Management

CMS has delayed the competitive portion of year-two Rural Health Transformation Program awards, while each state’s $100 million base allocation remains available. States must return revised budgets by November 30, 2026, leaving contractors to plan around known base funding while competitive award timing and amounts remain uncertain.

An anecdotal discussion among Air Force contracting professionals suggests moving from an 1102 contracting role to an 1101 program management position may be more feasible than moving in the opposite direction. Experiences vary on grade alignment, qualifications, and release timing, and the discussion does not establish an Air Force-wide policy or formal transfer pathway.

The Department of War awarded AMERICAN SYSTEMS a $113.4 million follow-on task order for engineering, research, technical, and program management services supporting critical technology development. Work began in June 2026 and is scheduled to continue through mid-2029, providing market context for contractors tracking defense technology support requirements.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and NRCS face critical funding and staffing shortages, impacting their North Central region operations. These challenges may lead to project delays and backlogs, affecting contractors and agencies reliant on timely program implementations.