Federal IT & Cybersecurity Contracts — September 04, 2026

MANTECH secured a $220.9 million cost-plus award fee contract from GSA for computer systems design services supporting the E DEFEND network defense group, with options up to $278.2 million. The full-and-open competition win signals strong competitive positioning against other large IT services firms.

Guidehouse Digital's $130.2 million labor-hours contract with NIH for bioinformatics software support ended in September 2022, with only $52.3 million outlayed. This contract no longer contributes to current revenue, and no recompete or extension has been identified.

MANTECH's $220.9M GSA contract shows a negative total outlayed amount (-$371,167), which may indicate prior overpayments or accounting adjustments. This could lead to revenue restatements or reduced future cash flows.

Guidehouse Digital's $130.2M NIH contract is expired with no visible recompete, creating a gap in the company's federal health IT pipeline. This concentration risk is heightened if Guidehouse relies heavily on NIH for health IT revenue.

MANTECH's $220.9M GSA contract for network defense services positions the company for follow-on work as the April 2024 end date approaches. The close client proximity in Arlington, VA, and the focus on cybersecurity suggest potential for contract extensions or new task orders.

The expired Guidehouse Digital $130.2M NIH contract indicates ongoing demand for bioinformatics IT services. A recompete or new award under NAICS 541512 could provide a revenue catalyst for Guidehouse or competitors in the health IT space.

MANTECH's $220.9M GSA contract for network defense services underscores sustained federal investment in cybersecurity, even under full-and-open competition. The cost-plus award fee structure provides low-risk revenue for contractors.

Guidehouse Digital's $130.2M NIH contract, now expired, highlights the episodic nature of health IT awards. While demand for bioinformatics support is stable, revenue streams are not guaranteed without successful recompetes.

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