On the Go with VAO Weekly News Podcast for December 11, 2015

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:Senate Passes Five-Day Government Funding MeasureFederal job satisfaction rose in 2015Navy awards initial work on next amphibious shipGeneral Dynamics protests Marine Corps combat vehicle awardTransferring support positions to civilians could save DoD billions, CBO advisesDHS, GSA release RFP for shared services continuous monitoring task orderDHS expands access to EINSTEIN cyber protections to all civilian agenciesEPA direct final rule clarifies authorities for ratifying unauthorized commitmentsFinal rule updates HUD's grant regulationsSenate hearing addresses ideas for defense acquisition reformBudget pressures can drive program costs higher, DoD review suggestsCommentary recommends government-as-a-platform approach to shared servicesDoD cyber requirements could hurt small businesses, officials say