Sonny Hashmi highlights the need to create business value for citizens while also ensuring the fund stays solvent.

On the latest episode of The Daily Scoop Podcast, Francis Rose sits down with Commissioner of the Federal Acquisition Service, Sonny Hashmi to discuss the latest awards from the TMF Board, plus the latest NDAA developments.

Following the announcement of a new round of awards, FedScoop looks at the decision-making process.

Here's a hint: It's all about the business case, Roat says.

Cybersecurity projects are the focus, followed by those modernizing critical systems, providing public-facing digital services and encouraging cross-governmental collaboration with scalable services.

Administrators must consider increasing staffing levels, adjusting project selection criteria and reconsidering repayment terms for agencies, according to their letter.