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Federal IT & Cybersecurity Contracts — August 27, 2026

Federal IT & Cybersecurity Contracts

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1 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

This digest covers a single, large civilian IT contract awarded to Business Integra Technology Solutions, Inc. by NASA, with a total obligation of $149.3 million. The contract, valued at $206 million including options, is now expired (ended July 2022), creating a significant revenue gap for the contractor.

The cost-plus-fixed-fee structure historically provided stable margins, but the lack of current revenue visibility and the 8(a) set-aside nature of the award introduce execution and competitive risks for the company. The highest-conviction signal is the neutral-to-bearish implication of the contract's expiration, which creates a material overhang for Business Integra's future earnings. A key risk is the absence of any follow-on contract or re-compete data, suggesting potential revenue decline for the contractor.

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Investment Signals (1)

  • Business Integra's NASA Contract Expiration Creates Revenue Gap (HIGH)

    The $149.3 million obligated NASA contract for IT support at Goddard Space Flight Center expired in July 2022, with no data indicating a follow-on award. This creates a material revenue cliff for Business Integra, which had been generating an estimated $34.3 million annually from this single contract.

Risk Flags (2)

  • Concentration [CRITICAL RISK]

    Business Integra's revenue was heavily concentrated on a single, now-expired NASA contract worth $149.3 million. The lack of a follow-on award or re-compete data suggests the company faces a severe revenue decline, exposing it to execution and financial risk.

  • Competition [MEDIUM RISK]

    The contract was awarded under full and open competition with an 8(a) set-aside, indicating a competitive environment. Business Integra may struggle to win follow-on work if the set-aside status changes or if larger competitors enter the bidding.

Opportunities (1)

  • NASA's sustained investment in IT infrastructure, as evidenced by this $206 million contract, indicates ongoing demand for IT support services. Business Integra could pursue new contracts at other NASA centers or under other civilian agencies' 8(a) programs.

Sector Themes (1)

  • The NASA contract highlights continued civilian agency investment in IT facility operations and management (NAICS 541513), a stable but mature segment. The cost-plus-fixed-fee structure suggests agencies are prioritizing risk management over cost savings.

Watch List (2)

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    {"entity" => "Business Integra Technology Solutions, Inc.", "reason" => "The expiration of its largest known contract ($149.3 million) creates a material revenue gap and raises questions about the company's near-term financial health.", "trigger" => "Any announcement of a new contract award or re-compete for IT support services at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center."}

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    {"entity" => "NASA IT Procurement", "reason" => "The agency's procurement strategy for IT support services will determine whether Business Integra or other small businesses can secure follow-on work.", "trigger" => "Release of a new solicitation for IT integration and support services at Goddard Space Flight Center."}

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