Federal government news
Michael Cowles, Director of Program Management at Optum Serve Health Services, has been honored with induction into the Ohio Military Hall of Fame. This prestigious recognition celebrates his distinguished military service and continued commitment to supporting Veterans through his leadership at Optum Serve. Learn more about the Hall of Fame and its 2025 inductees.
Optum Serve has been awarded a 5-year task order contract for Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) Support Services, which will provide database administration and maintenance support for specialized CMOP medical systems, assisting Veterans in their health care needs.
Amanda Warfield, Optum Serve Strategic Initiatives, and Lisa Rosenthal, Optum Serve Civil Health Business Development, were announced as 2025 Engage Federal Health 150 honorees. This esteemed group of technology and business consulting professionals is ready to propel the critical missions of federal health agencies forward. Learn more about the award and other recipients here.
Optum Serve is honored to be awarded the Medical Q-Coded Support and Services Next Generation (MQS2) contract vehicle.
This contract empowers us to recruit, manage and maintain qualified medical contract staff for the Defense Health Agency (DHA), bolstering their critical health care mission nationwide.
We're proud to be one of just 11 vendors chosen to support DHA over the next decade. Learn more about the MQS2 award.
Optum Serve, in partnership with Aspen Medical, is honored to be awarded the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT) Medical Staffing and Support contract vehicle.
This contract provides non-personal medical support to augment government teams for post-disaster support. When disaster strikes and overwhelms a community, ASPR provides medical care and delivers supplies to assist communities in treating those impacted.
Optum Serve is a subcontractor to Aspen Medical, with up to 49% workshare across task areas, including medical, case management, equipment, transportation and reporting/communication. We are proud to support this vital program over the next 5 years and look forward to making a positive impact together.
Learn more about ASPR DMAT.
Optum Serve is proud to announce Peder Swanson, Optum Serve, was selected as one of the recipients of the GovTech Connects Acquisition Lifecycle Leadership Award.
This award honors individuals in government and industry who champion innovation, develop strategic partnerships, and challenge the status quo through cutting-edge strategies — creating more effective systems and teams to propel organizations into the future.
Learn more about the GovTech Connects Acquisition Lifecycle Leadership Award.
Federal government events
The National Association of County Veterans Service Officers (NACVSO) Annual Conference convenes dedicated advocates working to support Veterans and their families. This event offers a platform to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships and explore strategies that enhance access to vital services and care for those who have served. Learn more about the NACVSO Annual Conference.
The National Veterans Wheelchair Games is the largest annual wheelchair sports and rehabilitation event for military Veterans. This inspiring event brings together Veterans living with disabilities to compete, connect, and celebrate resilience through adaptive sports. It offers a powerful platform to promote wellness, independence, and community among those who have served. Learn more about the National Veterans Wheelchair Games.
The Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games is a premier adaptive sports competition showcasing the strength and resilience of wounded, ill and injured service members. Held at Colorado College, this event brings together nearly 200 athletes from across the U.S. military to compete, connect, and continue their recovery journeys through sports and camaraderie. Learn more about the DoD Warrior Games.
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) Carry Forward® 5K is a nationwide movement to honor and empower wounded Veterans through action. Participants walk, jog, or run in city events or virtually—each step supporting programs that uplift warriors and their families. Whether carrying a flag, weight, or teammate, every stride helps carry the mission forward. Learn more about the WWP Carry Forward 5K.
The Defense Health Information Technology Symposium (DHITS) brings together military health leaders, IT professionals and innovators to advance digital solutions that support service members, Veterans and their families. This three-day event fosters collaboration across the Military Health System to improve care delivery through secure, modern and integrated health technologies. Learn more about DHITS.
The Armed Forces Communications & Electronics Association (AFCEA) Health IT Summit brings together leaders from government, industry and academia to explore how emerging technologies are transforming public health. This event highlights innovative strategies in data, cybersecurity and AI that are shaping the future of care delivery and digital health across federal agencies. Learn more about the AFCEA Health IT Summit.
The National Association of State Directors of Veterans Affairs (NASDVA) Annual Training Conference brings together state leaders and partners dedicated to advancing services for Veterans. This event offers a forum for collaboration, policy discussion and sharing best practices to improve outcomes for Veterans and their families nationwide. Learn more about the NASDVA Annual Training Conference.