Join us every Friday, when the VAO Daily Acquisition News team breaks down the top headlines and trends in federal acquisition. Headlines covered in this week's podcast:

• FPDS-NG changes effective today
• DoD institutes civilian hiring freeze at headquarters
• Draft policy would require agencies to streamline management of mobile services
• VA awards $6.8 billion in contracts supporting disability decisions
• New Core Federal Services Council will strengthen customer service to the public
• Proposed rule would simplify State Department suspension and debarment procedures
• Proposed rule would remove redundant, outdated language from NASA FAR Supplement
• FITARA success requires culture change, strong relationships, Powner says