The Navy has postponed an industry day on support craft acquisitions, citing the ongoing government shutdown, which has sparked heightened concern for contracting and workforce disruptions as it enters its third week. The industry day, intended to brief companies on a potential multiple-award contract for steel and aluminum vessels for the Navy and foreign military sales, was originally scheduled for Oct. 15 but is now “postponed until further notice,” a Wednesday announcement states. The Navy is considering awarding a 10-year...
