Best Layer 3 Technologies Podcasts (2025)

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State of Crypto 2025: The Latest Data, Trends, and Themes Revealed 1:37:15

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with @DarenMatsuoka @eddylazzarin @rhhackett Each year, the State of Crypto report analyzes the data — cutting through the noise — to track crypto’s evolution across markets, technology, policy, culture, and more. Now in its fourth edition, the 2025 State of Crypto report reveals how this once-fringe technology has hit recent all-time highs and gon…

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Innovative Technology & Engineering - Space Test and Range (NITE-STAR) Capability Development - Department of the Air Force 13:05

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Explore the future of space innovation with NITE-STAR: The Next Frontier in Space Test and Training. In this episode, we dive into the U.S. Air Force’s groundbreaking NITE-STAR program—an initiative shaping the next generation of space systems, cybersecurity, and digital simulations under the National Space Test and Training Complex (NSTTC). Listen…

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Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) - Department of Transportation - Federal Aviation Administration 14:43

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We unpack the upcoming $1.1B FAA MA-IDIQ: Program Management Office (PMO) Technical Assistance Contract (PTAC) — a partial small business opportunity under NAICS 541330. Discover how this 6-award contract supports engineering and program excellence across aviation systems. Listen now to get ready before the RFP drops. Contact ProposalHelper at sale…

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Personnel Security Adjudicator Support and Analytic Platform - Department of Homeland Security-Immigration and Customs Enforcement 11:32

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In this episode, we explore the upcoming $20M–$50M DHS–ICE MA-IDIQ: Personnel Security Adjudicator Support and Analytic Platform (ASAP) opportunity. Set aside for small businesses under NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), this multi-award contract aims to enhance personnel security adjudication through advanced analytics and secure…

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Prediction Markets -- Everything You Need to Know 1:42:34

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Prediction markets are a hot topic again — even cartoon characters are talking about them (South Park). But beyond the buzz, what is a prediction market, exactly? How do they work, how are they designed, and what makes them work? We answer all these questions and more in this deep-dive featuring experts Alex Tabarrok (professor of economics at Geor…

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Technical Expertise and Support Services for the FHWA Office of Safety - Department of Transportation – Federal Highway Administration 15:35

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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is preparing a MA-IDIQ for Technical Expertise and Support Services (Solicitation No: 693JJ326R000004). With an estimated $46M value, partial small business set-aside, and 4 anticipated awards, this pre-solicitation is one to watch. Key Details: •Estimated Contract Value: $46 M •Anticipated Number of Awards…

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Technical and Management Advisory Services (TMAS) 3 - Department of the Air Force 18:30

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Explore the upcoming TMAS 3 contract—a $916M follow-on supporting the U.S. Air Force Test Center. Learn about the scope, key incumbents, evaluation criteria, and strategies to prepare for the October 2025 RFP. Key Details: •Contract Value: $916 M •Estimated RFP Release Date: October 2025 Listen to podcast to position your business for success. Cont…

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Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD)- Department of Defense - Missile Defense Agency 13:27

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Surviving Market Cycles & Startup Lessons for Founders 48:59

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with @AriannaSimpson @jacqmelinek Crypto is known for its high and low market cycles: What must founders know — and what can they do — to survive the swings? In this episode, we unpack the lessons of past crypto cycles and how they shape the current wave of building — from stablecoins to AI x crypto. We also dive into the founder journey: from rais…

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Next Generation Aerospace Ground Equipment-Department of Air Force 16:34

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The U.S. Air Force Materiel Command has issued a Presolicitation for the Next Generation Aerospace Ground Equipment (NGAGE) MA-IDIQ, valued at $920M. This full & open contract aims to modernize aerospace ground systems, with the RFP expected in Sept 2025. Key Details: •Contract Value: $920 M •Anticipated Set Aside: Full and open •Estimated RFP Rele…

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After the Foundation Era: Tokens, Policy, and Startup Structures 1:20:59

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with @eddylazzarin @milesjennings @JasonYanowitz Welcome to web3 with a16z crypto. Today’s episode is on a super timely topic: How to design, govern, and grow decentralized networks in today’s changing policy landscape. It covers: Why the “foundation era” of crypto is ending — and what comes next with DUNAs and BORGs How U.S. policy shifts are crea…

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Integrated Operations for High Performance Computing – Scientific, Engineering, Analysis, and Outreach Support Services Dept of the Army-AMC 22:54

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The Army AMC has released a Sources Sought for Integrated Operations in High Performance Computing (HPC) covering scientific, engineering, analysis, and outreach support. Key Details •Type: Sources Sought •Value: $213 M •Awards: Up to 2 Get insights on this HPC opportunity in our latest podcast! Contact ProposalHelper at [email protected] to…

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The 2nd Generation Information Technology (2GIT) RFI- General Services Administration- Federal Acquisition Service 15:13

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GSA FAS has issued a Sources Sought for the 2nd Generation IT (2GIT) BPA worth $5.5B Key Details •Type: Sources Sought •Awards: 70 •RFP Release: Dec 2025 Get the full breakdown and strategies on our latest podcast episode! Contact ProposalHelper at [email protected] to find similar opportunities and help you build a realistic and winning pip…

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Automated AI-Enabled Help Desk Assessment Event-Department of the Army - Army Contracting Command 16:58

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The Army Contracting Command is seeking solutions for an Automated AI-Enabled Help Desk Assessment Event under a MA-IDIQ. Key Details •Type: Request for Solutions •Awards: One or more •Deadline: Sep 26, 2025, 11:59 PM EDT For insights on opportunities like this, listen to our latest podcast! Contact ProposalHelper at [email protected] to fin…

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The antimemetics (and memetics) of making ideas happen -- in crypto and beyond 1:35:10

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with @nayafia and @smc90 Ideas, memes, and vibes are some of the most important drivers of modern technology adoption, marketing, and much more -- and have been much-covered by everyone from Darwin to Dawkins to Girard to many others. Yet the topic of antimemetics -- self-censoring (vs. self-propagating) ideas -- whether something fringe, forgotten…

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OMNIBUS IV Small Business On-Ramp- Department of Defense Defense Health Agency (DHA) 25:24

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The Defense Health Agency (DHA) is launching the OMNIBUS IV Small Business On-Ramp, a $10B MA-IDIQ to support military medical research and development. With an RFP expected in September 2025, this episode breaks down how small businesses can qualify—from technical segments to past performance tips. Key Details: • Opportunity: OMNIBUS IV Small Busi…

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Environmental Services Assistance Team- Environmental Protection Agency 18:55

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The EPA is preparing to release a $108M ESAT contract in August 2025 for Regions 8, 9, and 10. This MA-IDIQ covers lab analysis, field sampling, QA/QC, and data validation. If you're in environmental services, this episode gives you a quick rundown of what’s coming and how to prepare. Key Details: •Value: $108.48M •Anticipated Number of Awards: 3 •…

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Electronic Security Systems (ESS) VIII-Department of the Army- US Army Corps of Engineers 17:55

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USACE is launching ESS VIII—a $2.5B contract for electronic security systems across global DOD sites. With up to 23 awards and partial small business set-aside, this is a major win for ESS providers. Key Details: •Value: $2.5B •Set-Aside: Partial Small Business •Awards: Up to 23 ESS vendors—don’t miss this. Listen now and get ready for ESS VIII. Co…

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GENIUS Becomes Law: What It Took to Pass the First Rules for Stablecoins in the U.S. 23:58

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with @rhhackett @milesjennings @BenNapier & Michael Reed Today we're talking about the passage of the GENIUS Act — that's the "Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for US Stablecoins Act" — which provides clear rules of the road for stablecoins in the U.S. We cover the law's implications, the recent high-stakes vote in the House of Represen…

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11 Ideas for AI x Crypto 1:02:17

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with @rhhackett @SamBroner @skominers @liz_harkavy @CarraWu @jay_drainjr @mg_486662 Today's episode is a special one. It's a round table on some of the most compelling ideas at the intersection of AI and crypto, sourced from members of the a16z crypto team. You're going to hear from builders, researchers, and deal makers who are all wrestling with …

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Technical and Programmatic Support Services (TPSS) -Department of the Army-USACE 16:00

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USACE is set to release TPSS III—a $98M MATOC supporting cybersecurity, ESS, and building control systems. Up to 10 awards, with strong small business participation, and global scope. Key Details: • Value: $98M • Set-Aside: Partial Small Business • Scope: Cybersecurity, ESS, UMCS, FRCS Interested in Army tech support contracts? Listen now to get re…

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Headquarters Air Force Administrative Support Service for the Secretary of Defense Business Transformation Office (SAF/AM) 16:22

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In this episode, we explore the upcoming opportunity FA7014-25-R-0007: Administrative Support Services for the Secretary of Defense Business Transformation Office (SAF/AM) under the Department of the Air Force. This SDVOSB set-aside is a Multiple Award BPA with up to 5 anticipated awards. Our experts break down the three major task areas: Administr…

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What We're Reading & Technology Changing Reading 1:19:52

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with @rhhackett @smc90 @stephbzinn @tim_org In a now-annual tradition, the a16z crypto editorial team discuss themes (and picks) from a16z crypto's latest reading list, as well as books we keep re-reading, childhood favorites, classics, adaptations on adaptations -- in book and movie form! -- and much more. What genres are we reading now, how, and …

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USSOCOM Special Operations Forces Global Services Delivery-Department of Defense 17:23

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OASIS+ Phase II RFI GSA FAS 10:24

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Contract Operations for Missile Evaluation and Testing (COMET) Department of Defense-Defense Intelligence Agency 5:30

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Explore the Defense Intelligence Agency's (DIA) Contract Operations for Missile Evaluation and Testing (COMET) program. This initiative boosts the DIA's Missile & Space Intelligence Center (MSIC) with external expertise for scientific and technical intelligence, including foreign materiel exploitation and advanced IT operations, all vital for analy…

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5 Charts That Explain Crypto Right Now 28:47

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with @DarenMatsuoka @rhhackett Today we've got a midyear market update and news episode for you. At the end of last year, our guest — and resident data weatherman — Daren Matsuoka put out a post on "5 metrics to watch in 2025." Most of the metrics that Daren picked measure how crypto's adoption: from mobile wallet usage and onchain transaction fees…

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National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Department of Commerce 16:10

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Get the inside scoop on NIST’s upcoming $40M MA-IDIQ for IT and Database Application Support Services. This small business set-aside offers work across cutting-edge domains like Health IT, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and Smart Grid tech. We break down what NIST needs, key labor roles, and how you can prepare before the September 2025 RFP drops. Key Highl…

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Technical Analysis & Functional Support 16:12

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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking experienced contractors to support its Data Quality Program under the Digital Health Office. This is a comprehensive opportunity focused on improving clinical and identity data integrity across systems such as the VA Master Person Index, Oracle Health, and Electronic Health Records (EHR). From data…

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FPAC Data Management and Analytics Services-Department of Agriculture 36:14

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USDA's FPAC is launching a $158 million IDIQ to overhaul its cloud-based data infrastructure across agencies like FSA, NRCS, RMA, and FBC. In this episode, we break down how contractors can support advanced analytics, AI/ML, data engineering, and visualization tools in a secure AWS GovCloud environment. Key Topics: · Tools: AWS, Tableau, Power BI, …

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Holmes - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) 14:48

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In this episode, we break down NGA’s latest Holmes Task Order 3 — a $148.67M full and open opportunity focused on software maintenance and systems engineering for the GSR IT system. With 2–3 awards expected, we cover: Scope of work & key requirements Cybersecurity and code quality standards Timeline, compliance, and performance metrics If you're a …

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Wait — The Bank Froze Your Life Savings? 1:25:17

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with @MinarikLaw @EMinSF @rhhackett Imagine waking up one day to find your bank account frozen. No warning. No explanation. No recourse. This is not a thought experiment. It’s a real situation. And it’s happened not just to crypto companies and their founders, but to ordinary people who are just trying to live their lives. That includes our guest t…

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Implementation of Advanced Government Simulation Capabilities (IAGSC) 33:34

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In this episode, we unpack the upcoming $750M IAGSC contract from the Department of the Air Force — a full & open MA-IDIQ advancing simulation and modeling for warfighter readiness, testing, and training. Learn the contract’s goals, why simulation tech is a defense priority, and how to position your firm ahead of the release. Tune in for key insigh…

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Inside the Solana Story: Near-Death Brushes and a Need for Speed (with Solana) 49:37

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with @aeyakovenko @alive_eth Today’s episode features Solana cofounder Anatoly Yakovenko in conversation with a16z General Partner Ali Yahya, recorded live at our CSX Crypto Startup Accelerator program earlier this year. Anatoly shares the origin story of Solana — from a late-night eureka moment to thousands of investor meetings and several near-de…

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Business Transformation Team (BTT) 5:37

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Podcast Episode: Transforming Health Services – A Deep Dive into the BTT IDIQ Opportunity In this episode, we unpack the upcoming $150M Business Transformation Team (BTT) IDIQ from the Department of Health and Human Services. With an anticipated RFP release in July 2025, this contract is designed to support large-scale transformation initiatives ac…

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With AI, Anyone Can Be a Coder (with Github CEO) 15:12

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In this special episode from TED Tech, hear from GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke on how AI is breaking the barrier to entry for coding. Who could a coder look like if you could code just by talking out loud? Learn how, thanks to AI, creating software is becoming as simple (and joyful) as building LEGO. In a live demo, he introduces Copilot Workspace: an A…

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AI vs. ID: Proof of human in a world of agents, bots, deep fakes, more 2:04:31

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with @eddylazzarin @adrian_ludwig @remco @smc90 Hi everyone, welcome to this week’s episode of web3 with a16z podcast, I’m Sonal, and today we’re talking about a hot topic which is also very evergreen because we’re entering a world where AI – including AI agents, bots, deep fakes, and so on -- are changing the internet, very drastically. And so we …

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Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contract (IDIQ) 18:15

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In this episode, we break down the upcoming Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) IDIQ opportunity—a major federal contract that’s drawing attention across the cybersecurity and IT services community. With a projected scope covering legacy DEFEND task orders, plus connections to past RFIs such as Deployment Services (47QFRA23K0003…

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Civil Engineering Services Pacific (CESPAC) 19:21

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In this episode, we explore the upcoming Civil Engineering Services Pacific (CESPAC) MA-IDIQ opportunity released by the Department of the Air Force – Pacific Air Forces. With an estimated value of $400 million and a set-aside for 8(a) firms, this contract offers a powerful entry point into major infrastructure projects across the Pacific region. W…

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Marketing 101 for Startups: Token Launches, Memes, Reaching Devs & More 1:05:15

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with @kimbatronic @amandatylerj @clairekart Welcome to web3 with a16z. Since our show covers both tech trends and company building, today’s topic is all about marketing — including differences between marketing in crypto and traditional tech. The conversation shares a candid look at what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to building reputati…

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Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) Support for Geospatial Shared Services 14:49

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In this episode, we explore the latest Sources Sought notice from the United States Geological Survey (USGS), focused on support for the Federal Geographic Data Committee (FGDC) and Geospatial Shared Services. This is a key early-stage market research effort aimed at identifying qualified organizations for a potential multiple-award IDIQ contract. …

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Everything Stablecoins: Big Picture, Deep Dive 1:08:58

5M ago1:08:58

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with @cdixon @SamBroner @rhhackett Stablecoins are quietly transforming how money moves — faster, cheaper, and more globally than ever before. In this episode, we take a deep look at why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most promising applications in crypto today — and how they could reshape global payments. I’m joined by Chris Dixon, founder…

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All the Stablecoin News: Stripe, Visa, Coinbase, Circle, More 24:24

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with @rhhackett @smc90 @DarenMatsuoka @SamBroner Welcome to web3 with a16z, a show about the next generation of the internet. I'm Robert Hackett. There has been a flurry of stablecoin news lately, so we're doing a special bonus episode to cover everything that's been going on. Sonal and I are joined by a16z crypto’s Data Science lead Daren Matsuoka…

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Administrative, Clerical, and Non-Scientific Support Services 15:33

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In this episode, we break down the upcoming MA-IDIQ: Administrative, Clerical, and Non-Scientific Support Services contract from the Department of Commerce – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Set aside exclusively for SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSBs), this $30.28M opportunity includes 6 anticipated awards and…

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SNAP Administration and Oversight Support 16:04

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In this episode, we unpack the draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) for the USDA Food and Nutrition Service’s (FNS) upcoming Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). This opportunity focuses on providing Administration and Oversight Support (AOS) for two vital programs: SNAP and SNAP-Ed. Tune in as we explore the scope, which includes technical assistan…

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Quantum Computing: What, When, Where, How 1:15:13

6M ago1:15:13

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with @danboneh @succinctJT @smc90 This episode is all about quantum computing -- what it is, how it works, what's hype vs. reality, and how to prepare for it/ what builders should do. Specifically, we cover: What quantum computing is and isn't, and what people are really talking about when they worry about a quantum computer that can break cryptogr…

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Technical Support Services for NHTSA Traffic Records Program 34:11

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In this episode, we dive into the latest Request for Proposal (RFP) from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for technical support services under its Traffic Records Program. This IDIQ contract opportunity focuses on improving state traffic records systems through expert assessments, technical assistance, training, and user s…

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TRANSCOM Medical Regulating and Command & Control Evacuation System (TRAC2ES) 15:29

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Podcast Episode: Inside TRAC2ES – USTRANSCOM’s $23M Medical Command & Control Contract In this episode, we unpack the newly released Sources Sought for the TRANSCOM Medical Regulating and Command & Control Evacuation System (TRAC2ES) from USTRANSCOM. Valued at $23 million, this SA-IDIQoffers a partial small business set-aside and is aimed at enhanc…

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NCSES Technical and Analytical Support Services 34:11

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In this episode, we break down the key details of the National Science Foundation’s (NSF) NCSES Analytical and Technical Support IDIQ contract. From expert analytics to vital technical services, this contract plays a crucial role in helping NCSES meet its legislative mandate on science and technology (S&T) data. Whether you're a federal contractor,…

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Your Guide to Tokens: Types, Design, Uses, More 1:41:36

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with @eddylazzarin @skominers @milesjennings @rhhackett Today we're diving deep into *the* defining concept in crypto: tokens. We're moving beyond conventional categories — like “governance tokens” or “utility tokens” or even “memecoins” — to present a full taxonomy that details what tokens are, what they aren’t, and what they're capable of becomin…