Introduction of BRAC Group

WTP's Government Contracts group hosts this blog on BRAC developments in Maryland and Virginia. To read more about our Government Contracts practice and BRAC experience, visit our web site.



Monday, May 23, 2011

Mark Center: How It Happened

This is an interesting look at the decisions and actions taken by Alexandria city government that precipitated the selection of the Mark Center.

- Brad Aaron

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Possible Delay in BRAC in Maryland

Lost in all of the conversation about a delay in implementing BRAC in Virginia is the potential of a postponement of BRAC in Maryland. Specifically, the transfer of personnel from Walter Reed Army Medical Center in DC to the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda may be delayed if, as feared, the Bethesda facility (including operating rooms) isn't ready to receive patients.

- Brad Aaron

Thursday, May 12, 2011

VA Governor: Stop BRAC

Gov. McDonnell has formally asked DoD to stop the Mark Center move until certain traffic infrastructure changes have been implemented.

- Brad Aaron

Some Positive BRAC Opinion

While many of the more recent posts here have focused on the negative impact of BRAC on the region (i.e., traffic, traffic and traffic), here are some alternative thoughts.

- Brad Aaron