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SBG Wins PMW 146 Contract for Operations and Maintenance of Navy Space Systems Command Communications Systems

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – SBG Technology Solutions, one of the fastest growing and leading engineering and information technology service providers in the United States, recently won a multi-year contract with the Navy Program Executive Office Space Systems (PEO SS) to provide support services that include operational maintenance, logistics, training, development, system testing and evaluation, production support and integration of Navy, Joint Military, Foreign Military and Commercial communications systems, encrypted secure networks, and communication links under the responsibility of PMW 146.

PEO SS is responsible for influencing the design, acquisition, and operation of national security space programs in order to provide a full on-orbit capabilities in support of open-ocean, littoral, and naval land operations. SBG will support the operational functionality, maintenance and management of these systems.

“We are thrilled to continue our work with PEO Space Systems and PMW 146,” said Vic Blanco, SBG’s Director of Contracts. “We will use our longstanding experience with the Navy and PEO SS to execute these mission-critical communications functions for the Navy.”

About SBG Technology Solutions

SBG Technology Solutions is one of the fastest growing and leading information technology service providers in the United States. INC 500 featured SBG in its 2010 and 2011 listings of the fastest growing small businesses and ranked SBG in the top 20 of government service providers in 2011. Founded in 2004, SBG provides innovative and cost effective technology solutions to federal agencies and commercial clients including the Army, Army National Guard, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Voting Assistance Program and the Navy. In 2011, SBG was selected as a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon winner, recognizing the company for its innovation and excellent business practices. SBG received the Small Business Diversity Award, was selected as the 2011 Small 8A Business of the Year for SBA Region III (D.C., Md. and Va.), and recognized by Diversity Business as a top 100 business in America. Additional information about SBG can be found at https://www.sbgts.com/. Follow us @sbgts.

SBG Technology Solutions Awarded Contract to Support TSA Higher Education Program

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – August 27, 2014 – SBG Technology Solutions, a leading information technology, program management and training services provider, was recently awarded a contract with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to support its Higher Education Opportunity Program. SBG will provide project management, technical consulting, financial management, performance measurement, and strategic communications support.

The program partners accredited colleges and universities with federal airports and allows Transportation Security Officers to take associate degree-level courses in homeland security and related disciplines. The program provides a valuable opportunity to strengthen our nation’s security by bolstering the skills and education of TSA officers. Since its inception in 2008, the program has spread to 157 airports across the country providing officers with unprecedented access to high-quality education opportunities.

SBG announces this multi-year support contract as an addition to its long-standing training support partnership with TSA.

About SBG Technology Solutions

SBG Technology Solutions is one of the leading information technology, program management and training service providers in the United States. SBG was recognized by INC 500 as one of the fastest growing companies in the United States, including 50th in government services and 40th in the D.C. area. Founded in 2004, SBG provides innovative and cost effective solutions to federal agencies and commercial clients including the Army, Army National Guard, Council of State Governments, Defense Human Resources Activity, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Veterans Affairs, Federal Voting Assistance Program, Navy and the Office of the Secretary of Defense. SBG was selected as a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon winner, recognizing the company for its innovation and excellent business practices. SBG received the Small Business Diversity Award and was selected as the Small 8A Business of the Year for SBA Region III (Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia). Additional information about SBG can be found at https://www.sbgts.com. Follow us @sbgts.

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SBG Technology Solutions and AppleTree Partner to Design Innovative Teaching Technology

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – April 24, 2014 – SBG Technology Solutions, one of the fastest growing and leading engineering and information technology service providers in the United States, and AppleTree, a Washington, D.C.-based education research nonprofit and network of schools, announced a technology partnership to drive innovation in classroom technology. SBG partnered with AppleTree on a two-month systems architecture analysis, to design a new system combining web and mobile application technologies in support of AppleTree’s ground breaking Every Child Ready early childhood learning program.

In cooperation with AppleTree, SBG designed a new system integrating AppleTree’s existing applications and processes into a comprehensive learning management system. The newly designed system will allow AppleTree to automate its student and teacher assessment process, allowing faster input and more sophisticated reporting, better organization of its curriculum materials, and enhancement of its professional development. The system will incorporate the Experience API, the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s next generation standards for training technology, to increase AppleTree’s ability to track and measure student’s and teacher’s learning experiences across a variety of different platforms and technologies.

“As a company with a dedicated interest in the quality of local education systems, we strive to improve outcomes in those institutions. We are thrilled to support a national leader in early childhood education, particularly one with such an impressive track record of success,” said Carlos Del Toro, CEO of SBG. “In working with such a remarkable group of dedicated educators, we have been inspired by the work AppleTree is doing to prepare our nation’s students for success.”

“Support from companies like SBG increases our ability to impact early childhood learning,” said Jack McCarthy, President & CEO of AppleTree. “We will use this generous donation to improve our IT systems and better utilize our Every Child Ready instructional model.” AppleTree alumni recognize 25 percent more letters in kindergarten and have better oral reading fluency in first grade (scoring 20 points higher on tests) than their non-AppleTree peers. Additionally, AppleTree alumni are stronger oral readers by second grade (scoring 70 percent higher).

SBG Technology Solutions provides IT, engineering and training services to federal and commercial clients including the Department of Veteran Affairs, Navy and Army National Guard. SBG is also a proud supporter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), Rappahannock Goodwill Industries and Blue Star Families.

About SBG TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS

SBG Technology Solutions is one of the fastest growing and leading information technology service providers in the United States. INC 500 featured SBG in its 2010 and 2011 listings of the fasting growing small businesses and ranked SBG in the top 20 of government service providers in 2011. Founded in 2004, SBG provides innovative and cost effective technology solutions to federal agencies and commercial clients including the Army, Army National Guard, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Voting Assistance Program and the Navy. In 2011, SBG was selected as a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon winner, recognizing the company for its innovation and excellent business practices. SBG received the Small Business Diversity Award and was selected as the 2011 Small 8A Business of the Year for SBA Region III (D.C., Md. and Va.). Additional information about SBG can be found at https://www.sbgts.com/. Follow SBG @sbgts.

About APPLETREE

AppleTree’s mission is to close the achievement gap before children get to kindergarten by providing three- and four-year-olds with the social, emotional, and cognitive foundations that enable them to succeed in school.

AppleTree is an entrepreneurial enterprise consisting of a research and development institute and a public charter preschool with seven campuses serving as models for effective teaching and learning. AppleTree’s award-winning Every Child Ready instructional model educates more than 1,200 three- and four-year-old children annually in Washington, D.C. Learn more at www.appletreeinstitute.org or @AppleTreeInst.

SBG Technology Solutions Awarded Contract Extension to Support Veterans Affairs’ VistA Evolution Program and Advance Electronic Healthcare for Veterans

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – April 14, 2014 – SBG Technology Solutions, one of the fastest growing and leading engineering and IT service providers in the United States, was recently awarded a contract extension with the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue to support the execution of the VistA Evolution Program by providing Program Management Office (PMO) support, technical consulting, financial, acquisition and strategic communications support.

VistA Evolution is the largest enhancement to an IT healthcare system to ever be undertaken, anywhere, and will provide interoperability and modernized clinical capabilities to the VA electronic health record. The updated VA system will be interoperable with the electronic health systems of the Department of Defense and other healthcare partners to enhance patient-centered, team- and evidence-based care.

“As a 27-year Navy Veteran myself, I am thrilled to be part of a program designed to bring the VA’s health IT system to the forefront of advanced technology and further advance healthcare for our Veterans,” said Carlos Del Toro, CEO of SBG.

SBG is proud to announce this contract extension of a September 2013 awarded multi-year support contract. A leader in IT healthcare support, SBG Technology Solutions provides IT and training services to federal and commercial clients including the additional work with the Department of Veteran Affairs, Navy and Army National Guard.

About SBG Technology Solutions

SBG Technology Solutions is one of the fastest growing and leading engineering and information technology service providers in the United States. INC 500 featured SBG in its 2010 and 2011 listings of the fasting growing small businesses and ranked SBG in the top 20 of government service providers in 2011. Founded in 2004, SBG provides innovative and cost effective technology solutions to federal agencies and commercial clients including the Army, Army National Guard, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Voting Assistance Program and the Navy. In 2011, SBG was selected as a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon winner, recognizing the company for its innovation and excellent business practices. SBG received the Small Business Diversity Award and was selected as the 2011 Small 8A Business of the Year for SBA Region III (D.C., Md. and Va.). Additional information about SBG can be found at https://www.sbgts.com/. Follow us @sbgts.

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SBG Technology Solutions Supports Successful Launch of Second Navy MUOS Satellite

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – July 29, 2012 – SBG Technology Solutions, one of the fastest growing and leading engineering service providers in the United States, is proud to congratulate the U.S. Navy on the successful launch of the second MUOS (Mobile User Objective System) Satellite on July 19, 2013 from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Fla. MUOS is a next-generation tactical satellite-based communications system that improves communications for U.S. forces worldwide. MUOS gives military users expanded communications capability, including simultaneous voice, video and data usage – similar to civilian smart phones of today.

SBG provides space systems engineering and technical support to all Program Executive Office (PEO) Space Systems programs, including MUOS. SBG supported the development and review of program technical and acquisition documentation guiding systems engineering technical reviews.

“We are thrilled to stand, side-by-side, with the Navy for the successful launch of the second MUOS satellite,” said Carlos Del Toro, CEO of SBG. “Programs like this are critical elements of U.S. national security; we are humbled to be a part of such a project.”

SBG also assisted in providing technical, management and acquisition oversight support for all sustainment and modernization concepts of Navy Space Systems, the MUOS satellite included. SBG’s support included documentation review, technical liaison, program reviews and participation in integrated product teams.

SBG Technology Solutions provides engineering, IT and training services to federal and commercial clients including the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of the Navy and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

About SBG Technology Solutions

SBG Technology Solutions Awarded Veterans Affairs Enterprise Risk Registry Contract

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – February 11, 2013 – SBG Technology Solutions Inc., one of the fastest growing and leading information technology service providers in the United States, was recently awarded a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) contract to develop a web based enterprise risk registry system to aid the VA in the identification and mitigation of risk.

The system will be designed, developed and implemented by SBG and support the risk management needs of the Veterans Health Administration. The application will integrate all risks identified by project teams across the enterprise and allow the recording, registry, monitoring, reporting, evaluating and modeling of risks for the VA.

With this new contract, SBG builds upon its long-standing partnership with the VA. Other contracts in support of Veterans Affairs include designing a study on the role nutrition plays in the wellness of Veterans, providing technical and engineering support for the integration of VA mobile applications and providing software evaluation services.

“Our continued work with the VA is something I am particularly proud of,” said Carlos Del Toro, CEO of SBG. “Risk management is an essential management function of any organization and we look forward to supporting the VA in this critical capacity.”
Effective risk management is essential to the VA’s continued ability to successfully provide for our nation’s Veterans and SBG is proud to support such an important initiative.

About SBG Technology Solutions
SBG Technology Solutions is one of the fastest growing and leading information technology service providers in the United States. INC 500 featured SBG in its 2010 and 2011 listings of the fasting growing small businesses and ranked SBG in the top 20 of government service providers in 2011. Founded in 2004, SBG provides innovative and cost effective technology solutions to federal agencies and commercial clients including the Army, Army National Guard, Defense Threat Reduction Agency, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Federal Voting Assistance Program and the Navy. In 2011, SBG was selected as a U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon winner, recognizing the company for its innovation and excellent business practices. SBG received the Small Business Diversity Award and was selected as the 2011 Small 8A Business of the Year for SBA Region III (D.C., Md. and Va.). Additional information about SBG can be found at https://www.sbgts.com/.

GSA Awards 8(a) Stars II Contract to SBG Technology Solutions, Inc.

Stafford, Virginia – August 20, 2011 – SBG Technology Solutions, Inc., a rapidly growing SBA certified 8(a) and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business providing a broad range of administrative, IT, engineering, and educational support program solutions, was recently awarded the GSA 8(a) STARS II contract.

GSA 8(a) STARS II is a is a ten year, $10 billion Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) designed for the procurement of Information Technology (IT) equipment and services. Thousands of IT companies submitted proposals and after virtually two years of evaluations and pricing adjustments, the GSA selected 599 firms that met stringent criteria including competitive pricing, technical proficiency, and industry credentials.

The 8a STARS II GWAC is in addition to multiple government vehicles already awarded to SBG, including but not limited to VETS GWAC, GSA MOBIS, and multiple Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity contracts with the US Army, the Army National Guard, the Internal Revenue Service, and others.

Utilization of this contract vehicle will assist federal agencies in meeting directives around Strategy, Technology, Transparency, and Operations in addition to full lifecycle program and project management solutions that protect each agency’s most valuable assets – people, programs, and performance. “SBG is pleased to be an awardee of the 8(a) STARS II GWAC. We are one of the fastest growing small businesses in the country, and this award reinforces that we have maintained our reputation for excellence and commitment to total customer satisfaction throughout,” said Carlos Del Toro , President and CEO.

SBG Technology Solutions provides proven state-of-the-art technology, products, and services to meet customer requirements in a wide variety of management, administrative, engineering and scientific applications. SBG also provides the professional support services necessary to manage those complex requirements, and consulting services to capture, launch, and manage such programs. “We are always seeking new opportunities and strategic partners, and would welcome inquiries from companies interested in the potential of this vehicle or our capabilities in general,” said Tom Felten, Vice President for Business Development.

Virginia Businesses Named U.S. Chamber of Commerce Award Winners

Washington, D.C.- Five Virginia businesses were chosen as U.S. Chamber of Commerce Blue Ribbon Small Business Award winners. The award recognizes their excellent business practices and the commitment made to their employees, customers, and community.

“Winners of the Blue Ribbon Small Business Award exemplify the great success that can be achieved through the American free enterprise system,” said U.S. Chamber President and CEO Thomas J. Donohue. “These Virginia businesses are innovators that will help lead the state out of this recession, create new jobs, and get our economy moving again.”

The Blue Ribbon Small Business Award, sponsored by Sam’s Club, is designed to recognize businesses that demonstrate excellent practices in several areas, including strategy, employee development, community involvement, and customer service.

In Virginia, these businesses included:

Fine Earth, LLC
SBG Technology Solutions
ARC Aspicio
Sevatec, Inc.
MTC Transformers, nominated by Joint Industrial Development Authority of Wythe County

“This award is about more than recognizing financially successful businesses, ” said Donohue. “It’s about honoring those that show a commitment to their employees, sound business practices, and bettering their communities. These Virginia businesses have made that commitment, and the Chamber is proud to recognize their contributions.”

This year’s 75 Blue Ribbon winners were selected from a record number of nationwide applicants and will be honored at America’s Small Business Summit 2010, May 17-19, in Washington, D.C. On March 15, seven of the Blue Ribbon businesses will be announced as award finalists, and one will be named the DREAM BIG Small Business of the Year during America’s Small Business Summit. The winner will be presented with a $10,000 cash prize courtesy of Sam’s Club.

Blue Ribbon businesses are also eligible for the Community Excellence Award, decided by online public voting, March 1-12. In addition, 25 Free Enterprise Honorees were commended for their strong business practices and contributions to the economy.

To learn more about America’s Small Business Summit, visit https://www.uschambersummit.com.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations.

Contract Award: Army Human Resource (HR) IDIQ

SBG partner MAT, Inc. was today awarded an IDIQ contract in support of Army Human Resources. This proposed IDIQ acquisition will provide support for the full life cycle of non-personal personnel services to Defense personnel communities, including defense civilian employees, military members (Active, Guard and Reserve), military families, veterans, and retirees.. Support to the Army’s HR communities policies, programs, and systems will focus on the following functional areas: business planning and research and evaluations.

The Contractor shall provide Studies and Analysis support services related to human resource services and activities. The breadth of support includes Army Human Resource (HR) activities and could encompass more of Department of Defense HR activities during the life of the contract.
SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. is a member of the MAT, Inc. IDIQ team.

SBG Technology Solutions, Inc. recognized for excellence, named to Top 100 Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses in the U.S

Stafford – SBG TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC. (SBG) announced today that in recognition of the economic power of multicultural businesses, DiversityBusiness.com recently named SBG TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC. in three Top Small Business categories. Launched in 1999, Diversity Business, with over 48,000 members, is the largest organization of diversity owned businesses throughout the United States that provide goods and services to Fortune 1000 companies, government agencies, and colleges and universities.

This trio of awards ranked SBG TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC. in the following order:

63rd among the Top 100 Diversity Owned Businesses in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
60th among the Nation’s Top 100 Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses in the United States.
175th among the Nation’s Top 500 Veteran Owned Businesses in the United States

Both the Div500 and Div100 are the 10th annual listings of the nation’s small businesses. The companies listed in each of these divisions represent the top multicultural earners country-wide, and challenges the long-held notion that small business is insignificant. Members of each division are sought after by major corporations wishing to increase spending with small and diversity owned companies.
SBG will be presented with the awards at the 10th Annual Multicultural Business Conference, to be held April 27 – 29, 2010 in Washington, D.C. The conference was first held during 2001, and has a history of bringing together entrepreneurs, corporate diversity practitioners, government agencies and college/university, practice-based participants with an interest in the issues of multicultural business and community. The conference examines the concept of multiculturalism as a positive aspect of a global world and globalized society.

“I’m both pleased and honored to receive these new corporate awards,” said President and CEO Carlos Del Toro. “These awards represent the expertise and professionalism of our world-class employees, and our corporate commitment to excellence.”

SBG Technology Solutions is a rapidly growing SBA certified 8(a) and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business providing professional engineering services and consulting. SBG specializes in providing programmatic services and strategic technical studies to federal agencies and commercial clients. Now celebrating our fifth anniversary, SBG provides a broad range of administrative, IT, engineering, and educational support program solutions.