# Factory Expands Federal Software Access

Factory appointed former Rubrik federal executive Connor Maloney as Head of Federal to lead its public-sector growth, positioning the company’s software engineering platform for secure and regulated environments. A recent reseller arrangement with Carahsoft makes the platform available to federal, state, and local agencies through Carahsoft’s network and contract vehicles. No specific solicitation, contract value, or procurement deadline was reported.

- Government procurement teams can access Factory’s platform through Carahsoft’s sales channel and contract vehicles; they can evaluate whether it fits their software engineering needs and procurement pathways.
- The appointment signals Factory’s increased focus on public-sector customers, while Carahsoft provides an established route to market for agencies and contractors.
- Federal contractors serving secure or regulated environments may assess the platform as a potential software engineering tool; the signal does not identify specific requirements or an active procurement.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Information Technology, Defense & Military
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Digital Infrastructure
**Published:** October 19, 2026

### Government Entities
- Department of War (DoW)

### Vendors
- Factory (software platform provider)
- Carahsoft (reseller)

### Key Quotes
> Factory is built from the ground up to meet the needs of modern commercial and defense software engineering teams and is a step change in ability at a critical time.
> — Connor Maloney, Head of Federal at Factory

### Sources
- [Connor Maloney Joins Factory as Head of Federal](https://www.govconwire.com/articles/factory-connor-maloney-head-of-federal-appointment) - GovCon Wire