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June 8, 2004
Cities Gain, States Lose in Bioterror Funding
Tuesday, June 8, 2004 Volume 3, Issue 22
The weekly GovPro Newsletter is produced by the editors of Government Product News and Government Procurement Journal.
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This Week Funds Redirected to High-Risk Cities Defense Logistics Not Outsourced-Yet Scenic Byways Link Nation's Treasures USDA Launches Incident Site EPA Joins Private Firm in Research USPS Resumes Biohazard System News of The Weird
Features
Cities Gain, States Lose in Bioterror Funding
Each of the 50 states' public health programs is about to lose its grip on about $1.1 million in bioterrorism preparedness funds under a Bush administration decision to transfer the money to 21 cities believed to face a high risk of a terrorist attack.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson recently announced he will reprogram $54.9 million from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that were allocated this year to help states enhance their public health resources to deal with terror attacks involving biological or chemical agents such as anthrax, smallpox or ricin.
For full text, visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzh0Aj
Defense Logistics Announces Distribution Competition Results
The Defense Logistics Agency has tentatively decided that operations and management of its Defense Distribution Depot Tobyhanna, PA, would remain in-house rather than be contracted to a private company. The depot, with its work force of career federal employees, will streamline and reduce the costs of the receipt, store and issue mission.
For full text, visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzi0Ak
Strong Hold
Strong Hold's production team is dedicated to providing the most durable cabinet available today. Twelve-gauge steel is sheared, formed, welded, steam-cleaned then electro-statically painted to produce a solid, strong and dependable cabinet. Our product is designed to withstand years of industrial abuse and tough treatment. Choose from a wide variety of cabinets, tables, and desks. The strongest available. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BGz50Aq
Grants for Small Town Scenic Byways
Driving through small town America this summer, travelers may pass along a scenic byway, part of a federal government program that has just been enriched by some $15 million in project grants.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta announced grants for 104 projects in 37 states that are part of the Federal Highway Administration's National Scenic Byways Program.
The program recognizes roads around the nation based on their archaeological, cultural, historic, natural, recreational or scenic qualities. The new grants will help fund such projects as scenic overlooks, visitor information centers, educational and promotional materials, pedestrian trails, bike paths and safety improvements.
"The only way to visit many of our nation's treasures is to travel on a scenic byway," said Mineta. "Investing in these roads is the best way to bring travel and tourism dollars to many of America's small towns."
"Our nation's scenic byways provide a vital link between countless travelers and America's small towns and rural areas, supporting hundreds of "mom and pop" shops along the way," said Federal Highway Administration Administrator Mary Peters.
Currently, the America's Byways system includes 96 roads in 39 states. Studies suggest that byway designations increase the number of visitors to rural communities by up to 20 percent, resulting in jobs, because the typical byway visitor spends between $100 and $200 per trip.
More information about the National Scenic Byways Program is available online at http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzj0Al
or by calling toll-free, 1-800-4-BYWAYS.
Source: Environmental News Service (ENS).
USDA Launches Web-Based Incident Command System
Agriculture Secretary Ann M. Veneman announced the launch of a web-based Incident Command System (ICS) training program to enhance the Department's effectiveness in responding to a wide range of emergencies.
"USDA has a long history of leadership in managing natural disasters, such as wildfires," said Veneman. "This training program builds on the successful system used by the USDA Forest Service and formally extends ICS training to all USDA employees. This ICS training will help bolster resources to manage accidental or deliberate incidents that may threaten the U.S. food supply, critical infrastructure or economy."
For full text, visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzl0An
News
EPA Begins Public-Private Research
In a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (or CRADA), the U.S. EPA and YSI Environmental will begin development of an early warning detection device to protect the nation's drinking water supply.
EPA Acting Deputy Administrator Steve Johnson noted, "Protection of America's drinking water systems is a critical element of EPA's mission. The agreements we are recognizing here are outstanding examples of how government and industry are working together to find ways to protect our water from contamination."
YSI is one of three companies partnering with the EPA to secure water supply, treatment, and distribution centers across the United States. Under the Federal Technology Transfer Act, the CRADA allows private industry access to federal laboratories for testing and evaluation of new technology. CRADAs are designed to push technology into real world applications.
USPS Resumes Biohazard Detection Deployment
Nationwide installation of the U.S. Postal Service's Biohazard Detection System (BDS) has resumed, following a slight delay for testing to determine why some systems were producing "inconclusive" test results. The Postal Service Engineering group, working with BDS equipment contractors, has identified and corrected the anomalies.
The Postal Service will continue to monitor BDS performance as deployment resumes to ensure the systems are operating properly. In addition, a future enhancement is planned that will further improve system performance.
BDS is a fully contained, automated system designed to identify biohazards in the mail to provide an added level of protection to our employees. A total of 283 sites nationwide are scheduled to receive the system.
News of the Weird: Bizarre but true stories about real people. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzm0Ao
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Offering interior and exterior signage, and complete wayfinding and installation services, 2/90 Sign Systems is your total signage solution. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzn0Ap
Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC) is based in Minneapolis and is a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer world. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BInv0Al
Fire alarm and detection. Sprinklers and suppression. Integrated security. Building and healthcare communications. SimplexGrinnell offers best-in-class systems and services, easily accessible through the GSA Schedule. To learn more, visit http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BInx0An
or call 1-800-SIMPLEX.
Spacesaver offers cost-effective, space-efficient, value-added solutions for all your storage needs--files, tools, equipment, weapons and more. Visit: http://www.spacesaver.com/gpnjun
C & H Distributors provide a fast, efficient way to purchase shelving, cabinets, packaging and shipping products, or office furniture. Visit: bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzo0Aq
http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi- DENIOS manufactures Spill Containment, Chemical Storage and related equipment. Systems provide safe, compliant, and efficient storage of flammables, corrosives and other hazardous chemicals or materials. Visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BHCq0Aw
Crown Equipment designs, manufactures, distributes, services, and supports material handling products that provide customers with superior value. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BC4E0As
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Sponsored by Strong Hold
This Week Funds Redirected to High-Risk Cities Defense Logistics Not Outsourced-Yet Scenic Byways Link Nation's Treasures USDA Launches Incident Site EPA Joins Private Firm in Research USPS Resumes Biohazard System News of The Weird
Features
Cities Gain, States Lose in Bioterror Funding
Each of the 50 states' public health programs is about to lose its grip on about $1.1 million in bioterrorism preparedness funds under a Bush administration decision to transfer the money to 21 cities believed to face a high risk of a terrorist attack.
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson recently announced he will reprogram $54.9 million from the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that were allocated this year to help states enhance their public health resources to deal with terror attacks involving biological or chemical agents such as anthrax, smallpox or ricin.
For full text, visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzh0Aj
Defense Logistics Announces Distribution Competition Results
The Defense Logistics Agency has tentatively decided that operations and management of its Defense Distribution Depot Tobyhanna, PA, would remain in-house rather than be contracted to a private company. The depot, with its work force of career federal employees, will streamline and reduce the costs of the receipt, store and issue mission.
For full text, visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzi0Ak
Strong Hold
Strong Hold's production team is dedicated to providing the most durable cabinet available today. Twelve-gauge steel is sheared, formed, welded, steam-cleaned then electro-statically painted to produce a solid, strong and dependable cabinet. Our product is designed to withstand years of industrial abuse and tough treatment. Choose from a wide variety of cabinets, tables, and desks. The strongest available. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BGz50Aq
Grants for Small Town Scenic Byways
Driving through small town America this summer, travelers may pass along a scenic byway, part of a federal government program that has just been enriched by some $15 million in project grants.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Norman Mineta announced grants for 104 projects in 37 states that are part of the Federal Highway Administration's National Scenic Byways Program.
The program recognizes roads around the nation based on their archaeological, cultural, historic, natural, recreational or scenic qualities. The new grants will help fund such projects as scenic overlooks, visitor information centers, educational and promotional materials, pedestrian trails, bike paths and safety improvements.
"The only way to visit many of our nation's treasures is to travel on a scenic byway," said Mineta. "Investing in these roads is the best way to bring travel and tourism dollars to many of America's small towns."
"Our nation's scenic byways provide a vital link between countless travelers and America's small towns and rural areas, supporting hundreds of "mom and pop" shops along the way," said Federal Highway Administration Administrator Mary Peters.
Currently, the America's Byways system includes 96 roads in 39 states. Studies suggest that byway designations increase the number of visitors to rural communities by up to 20 percent, resulting in jobs, because the typical byway visitor spends between $100 and $200 per trip.
More information about the National Scenic Byways Program is available online at http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzj0Al
or by calling toll-free, 1-800-4-BYWAYS.
Source: Environmental News Service (ENS).
USDA Launches Web-Based Incident Command System
Agriculture Secretary Ann M. Veneman announced the launch of a web-based Incident Command System (ICS) training program to enhance the Department's effectiveness in responding to a wide range of emergencies.
"USDA has a long history of leadership in managing natural disasters, such as wildfires," said Veneman. "This training program builds on the successful system used by the USDA Forest Service and formally extends ICS training to all USDA employees. This ICS training will help bolster resources to manage accidental or deliberate incidents that may threaten the U.S. food supply, critical infrastructure or economy."
For full text, visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzl0An
News
EPA Begins Public-Private Research
In a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (or CRADA), the U.S. EPA and YSI Environmental will begin development of an early warning detection device to protect the nation's drinking water supply.
EPA Acting Deputy Administrator Steve Johnson noted, "Protection of America's drinking water systems is a critical element of EPA's mission. The agreements we are recognizing here are outstanding examples of how government and industry are working together to find ways to protect our water from contamination."
YSI is one of three companies partnering with the EPA to secure water supply, treatment, and distribution centers across the United States. Under the Federal Technology Transfer Act, the CRADA allows private industry access to federal laboratories for testing and evaluation of new technology. CRADAs are designed to push technology into real world applications.
USPS Resumes Biohazard Detection Deployment
Nationwide installation of the U.S. Postal Service's Biohazard Detection System (BDS) has resumed, following a slight delay for testing to determine why some systems were producing "inconclusive" test results. The Postal Service Engineering group, working with BDS equipment contractors, has identified and corrected the anomalies.
The Postal Service will continue to monitor BDS performance as deployment resumes to ensure the systems are operating properly. In addition, a future enhancement is planned that will further improve system performance.
BDS is a fully contained, automated system designed to identify biohazards in the mail to provide an added level of protection to our employees. A total of 283 sites nationwide are scheduled to receive the system.
News of the Weird: Bizarre but true stories about real people. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzm0Ao
DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BInt0Aj Links
Offering interior and exterior signage, and complete wayfinding and installation services, 2/90 Sign Systems is your total signage solution. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzn0Ap
Tennant Company (NYSE: TNC) is based in Minneapolis and is a world leader in designing, manufacturing and marketing solutions that help create a cleaner, safer world. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BInv0Al
Fire alarm and detection. Sprinklers and suppression. Integrated security. Building and healthcare communications. SimplexGrinnell offers best-in-class systems and services, easily accessible through the GSA Schedule. To learn more, visit http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BInx0An
or call 1-800-SIMPLEX.
Spacesaver offers cost-effective, space-efficient, value-added solutions for all your storage needs--files, tools, equipment, weapons and more. Visit: http://www.spacesaver.com/gpnjun
C & H Distributors provide a fast, efficient way to purchase shelving, cabinets, packaging and shipping products, or office furniture. Visit: bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BIzo0Aq
http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi- DENIOS manufactures Spill Containment, Chemical Storage and related equipment. Systems provide safe, compliant, and efficient storage of flammables, corrosives and other hazardous chemicals or materials. Visit: http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BHCq0Aw
Crown Equipment designs, manufactures, distributes, services, and supports material handling products that provide customers with superior value. http://list.pentonmedia.com/cgi-bin3/DM/y/egFB0D8eaH0JQA0BC4E0As
You may qualify for a FREE Magazine Subscription
Complimentary subscriptions to Government Product News, a product-driven resource, and Government PROcurement, editorial targeting the public sector purchasing professional are available to those who qualify.
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