Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center

Flash News: OKX Wallet's DEX Now Integrated with StarkGate, the Ethereum-StarkNet Bridge

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Saturday, November 4, 2023

OKX Wallet's DEX Now Integrated with StarkGate, the Ethereum-StarkNet Bridge

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  • OKX Wallet's DEX Now Integrated with StarkGate, the Ethereum-StarkNet Bridge
    OKX Wallet's DEX has integrated with StarkGate, the Ethereum-Starknet token bridge.
  • Each supported token is associated with a layer 1 and layer 2 bridge contract that communicates via Starknet's messaging mechanism.
  • The integration of Starkgate with OKX DEX streamlines the process of accessing Starknet, enabling users to explore and engage with the Starknet ecosystem more conveniently.
  • OKX Wallet's DEX is a multi-chain, cross-chain decentralized exchange aggregator of 300+ other DEXs and approximately 15 bridges, with 200,000+ coins and more than 20 blockchains supported.

TEAMSTERS LOCAL 631 RATIFY AGREEMENT WITH MISSION SUPPORT AND TEST SERVICES

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Saturday, October 28, 2023

NYE COUNTY, Nev., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With 98 percent of workers voting in favor of ratification, Teamsters Local 631 members employed by Mission Support and Test Services (MSTS), the contractor for construction services at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS), voted to ratify their contract today. The ratification vote marks the end of a strike that began Tuesday morning.

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  • NYE COUNTY, Nev., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With 98 percent of workers voting in favor of ratification, Teamsters Local 631 members employed by Mission Support and Test Services (MSTS), the contractor for construction services at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS), voted to ratify their contract today.
  • "These workers stuck together and were fearless," said Tommy Blitsch, Teamsters Local 631 Secretary-Treasurer.
  • Local 631 members perform construction and warehouse work at the Nevada National Security Site.
  • Teamsters Local 631 represents workers in gaming, construction, logistics, transit, and other industries throughout Southern Nevada.

TEAMSTERS LOCAL 631 EXPANDS PICKET LINE AFTER MSTS FAILS TO NEGOTIATE FAIR DEAL

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Friday, October 27, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, members of Teamsters Local 631 working for Mission Support and Test Services (MSTS), the contractor for construction services at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) expanded their picket line to the MSTS office in Las Vegas.

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  • Talks with MSTS broke down after Teamsters Local 631's offer to continue discussions over the weekend was rebuffed.
  • "Yesterday, we proposed a fair contract to MSTS – one with wages consistent with the other MSTS collective bargaining agreements – and it was rejected," said Tommy Blitsch, Teamsters Local 631 Secretary-Treasurer.
  • "Today, we have expanded our picket line outside the NNSS to include the company's corporate office here in Las Vegas.
  • Over the past few weeks, MSTS has reached tentative agreements with other signatory unions that provide more than what is being offered to members of Teamsters Local 631.

Leidos awarded contract to provide CJADC2 support to Joint Chiefs

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

RESTON, Va., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, was recently awarded a new prime contract to provide combined joint all-domain command and control (CJADC2) analysis and support to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Joint Staff (JS) J6 Joint Assessment Division (JAD).

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  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, was recently awarded a new prime contract to provide combined joint all-domain command and control (CJADC2) analysis and support to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Joint Staff (JS) J6 Joint Assessment Division (JAD).
  • Leidos will provide analytical, engineering and deployable services to support JAD's operational analysis.
  • Leidos will assist JAD by producing decision-quality data to improve Joint C2 interoperability on various automation and cloud platforms.
  • This produces data-driven assessments and recommendations that support decisions to improve Joint C5I and interoperability to enable a more lethal force.

Woolpert Awarded USAF Geospatial IT System Support and Management Contract

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

DAYTON, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) has awarded Woolpert a 12-month contract to provide geospatial IT system support and management services for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) installations.

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  • DAYTON, Ohio, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC) has awarded Woolpert a 12-month contract to provide geospatial IT system support and management services for Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC) installations.
  • Woolpert's geospatial team has over two decades of experience providing IT support on government and commercial contracts.
  • Woolpert has established accreditation for AFMC's geospatial support system, and under this contract will perform planning support functions and ensure the system complies with cybersecurity requirements.
  • Woolpert will also support geospatial capability development, implementation, modernization, and sustainment efforts.

Registration for MITRE GameX eSports Tournament Opens with $1,000 in Daily Prizes for Top Winners

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

In support of the U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC), MITRE opened public registration for its eSports tournament, GameX: Mission Generation Under Attack.

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  • In support of the U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC), MITRE opened public registration for its eSports tournament, GameX: Mission Generation Under Attack.
  • “Even without adversary intervention, military logistics networks can be brittle and chaotic while also having single points of failure, creating ripe opportunities for attacks,” said Eliahu Niewood , vice president, Air and Space Forces, MITRE.
  • Cash prizes of $1,000 will be awarded to the daily winners, and door prizes will be given throughout each day.
  • Participants (18 years old or older) can register for free as individuals or teams at https://forms.office.com/g/Ur5QqEMcqV .

Leidos advances Department of Defense biometrics to the cloud

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

RESTON, Va., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, recently completed full cloud deployment of the Department of Defense's (DoD) Automated Biometrics Information System (ABIS).

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  • RESTON, Va., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE:LDOS), a FORTUNE® 500 science and technology leader, recently completed full cloud deployment of the Department of Defense's (DoD) Automated Biometrics Information System (ABIS).
  • This is the first step and a key enabling milestone to securing fully automated biometrics capabilities in the cloud, delivering increased system availability and performance to stakeholders globally.
  • This work was performed through the Biometrics Enabling Capability, Increment One (BEC-1) contract .
  • Under the BEC-1 contract, Leidos uses advanced engineering to integrate and deliver cutting-edge cloud technologies and multiple biometric matching modalities.

What's New. What's Next. Coming to Chuck E. Cheese in May

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Monday, May 1, 2023

DALLAS, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chuck E. Cheese, the beloved family entertainment center and restaurant brand, announced its lineup of news coming to fun centers nationwide this May. As Americans look for the best entertainment options for their families just before the end of school year, Chuck E. Cheese announced its best weekday deal with a $19.99 Pizza & Play deal that will make lunch or dinnertime an easy win. 

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  • With new games coming to fun centers all year long, 30 play points means up to 30 game plays** so parents can make timely and budget friendly plans.
  • New Rewards members can take advantage of this great deal daily and get a bonus of 500 free E-Tickets for signing up.
  • For guests hosting celebrations this May, anyone can now take advantage of our six Party Platters starting at $15.99.
  • Chuck E. Cheese also offers access to earned wages with our NEW "Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow" program.

eVigilant Awarded Position on $675 Million Electronic Security Systems VII Contract with U.S. Army Corp of Engineers

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Thursday, March 2, 2023

MANASSAS, Va., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- eVigilant, LLC, a technology firm specializing in innovative security solutions protecting critical infrastructure, announced today that it has been awarded a position on the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers' (USACE) $675 million Electronic Security Systems (ESS) VII Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) multiple award task order contract (MATOC).

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  • Security solutions firm to provide personnel, supervision, and tools for the Army's Electronic Security Systems VII Contract
    MANASSAS, Va., March 2, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- eVigilant, LLC, a technology firm specializing in innovative security solutions protecting critical infrastructure, announced today that it has been awarded a position on the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers' (USACE) $675 million Electronic Security Systems (ESS) VII Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) multiple award task order contract (MATOC).
  • Under the seven-year contract, eVigilant will be among the partners providing personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and nonpersonal services for the Army's Electronic Security Systems.
  • "At eVigilant, we've seen continued growth and expertise in the increasingly changing modern world of security," said Billy Conner, President of eVigilant.
  • Marshals Service National Physical Security Program Installation Services BPA contract, providing a wide spectrum of security support, including physical access control systems and intrusion detection systems.

Pond-Woolpert JV Selected for $160M U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Capacity Contract to Provide Architecture, Engineering Services Worldwide

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, has contracted with the Pond-Woolpert Joint Venture for an indefinite delivery contract to provide architecture and engineering services in support of real property planning, programming, and management. The five-year, $160 million capacity contract applies to U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and non-DoD agencies and activities at U.S. government installations worldwide.

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  • The joint venture won the previous iteration of this Huntsville Center planning and programming contract in 2018.
  • HUNTSVILLE, Ala., Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville , U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, has contracted with the Pond-Woolpert Joint Venture for an indefinite delivery contract to provide architecture and engineering services in support of real property planning, programming, and management.
  • The five-year, $160 million capacity contract applies to U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and non-DoD agencies and activities at U.S. government installations worldwide.
  • Woolpert Senior Vice President David Ziegman thanked the Huntsville Center for its selection of the Pond-Woolpert JV, which was awarded the previous iteration of this contract in 2018.