OPM’s return-to-office plan just dropped, and for remote employees, it comes with a tough choice: relocate or risk losing their jobs. In a newly surfaced agency memo, Acting Director Charles Ezell outlined that starting March 3, employees within 50 miles of an OPM office must report in full-time. But for those farther away? They’re being directed to either move closer to an OPM facility or face a “directed geographic reassignment.” The agency says it will offer “relocation packages,” but what that actually includes remains unclear, leaving employees scrambling for answers.
With agencies already shrinking office footprints to cut costs, the logistics are murky—where will everyone sit? Uncertainty looms over relocation terms, severance eligibility, and job security, the memo raises more questions than it answers.
Contract Opportunities to Watch: BigBear.ai
BigBear.ai just landed a big win in the defense world, securing a prime IDIQ contract under the U.S. Navy’s SeaPort Next Generation (SeaPort NxG) program. This means the AI-powered decision intelligence company is now in prime position to deliver cutting-edge tech, systems engineering, and mission-critical support to the Navy and other federal agencies. With AI shaping the future of defense, this contract cements BigBear.ai’s role in driving innovation for everything from autonomous vessels to maritime situational awareness. CEO Kevin McAleenan calls it a testament to their dedication to national security—now, all eyes are on how they’ll put AI to work for the fleet.
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Serco is making a major move in U.S. defense, snapping up Northrop Grumman’s mission training and satellite ground network communications software business (MT&S) in a $327 million deal. The acquisition, outlined in a newly released company statement, bolsters Serco’s presence in the U.S. defense sector, adding nearly 1,000 employees and expanding its reach into advanced military training and space technology. With the U.S. being the world’s largest defense market, Serco sees this as a strategic power play to grow its North American operations beyond $2 billion in revenue while enhancing mission-readiness solutions for the Department of Defense.
This deal isn’t just about size—it’s about capability. MT&S brings expertise in simulation-based warfighter training and cutting-edge satellite communications software, strengthening Serco’s position in high-tech military services. Serco Group CEO Mark Irwin called the acquisition a “game-changer,” reinforcing the company’s ability to deliver critical solutions to the U.S. military and beyond. With regulatory approval expected by mid-2025, Serco is betting big on the future of defense technology, and this move signals its intent to be a dominant player in military training and satellite operations worldwide.
