Press Release
Network Specialty Group, Inc.
Contact: Tara Rose
trose@nsgi-hq.com
(301) 208-9388
Germantown, Maryland, July 31, 2011– Network Specialty Group, Inc. (NSGI) was awarded an 8(a) Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services II (STARS II) Government-wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) contract as a result of the STARS II solicitation for Constellation I and Constellation II. The 8(a) STARS II design consists of two constellations (tiers) based on industry accreditations. Constellation I includes industry partners with competitive pricing and technical proficiency. Constellation II includes industry partners who have competitive pricing, technical proficiency, and an additional industry credential. The industry credentials for Constellation II include one or more of the following:
- Capability Maturity Model Integration II+ (services or development)
- ISO 9001: 2000 (replaced by ISO 9001:2008)
- ISO 9001: 2008
Each of the 8(a) STARS II constellations includes four functional areas designated by the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). These NAICS functional areas are:
- 541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services
- 541512 - Computer Systems Design Services
- 541513 - Computer Facilities Management Services
- 541519 - Other Computer Related Services
NSGI will provide IT support services under the GWAC contract vehicle under Constellation I and Constellation II for Functional Areas 1, 2, 3, and 4. The STARS II contract vehicle offers availability and access to small business and 8(a) technology providers, with a short procurement lead time. The Small Business GWAC Center offers Information Technology (IT) specialty contract administration and skilled guidance on the use of the 8(a) STARS II GWAC.
STARS II is a multiple award, indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract vehicle with a period of performance as a 5-year base and one five-year option period.
About– NSGI is a minority owned and operated small business established in 1994, certified by the Maryland Department of Transportation, and a GSA Schedule 70 contract holder. NSGI is a leading provider of technical services and solutions across multiple IT disciplines. NSGI has a consistent reputation for on-time delivery of superior technical solutions as demonstrated on over 100 engagements. NSGI was awarded the Small Business of the Year Award by the US Department of Agriculture. Additional information on NSGI can be found at www.nsgi-hq.com.
About– The 8(a) STARS II GWAC is a competitive multiple award, indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract. It is designed to promote small business utilization when purchasing IT services or IT services-based solutions for the federal government. The 8(a) STARS II GWAC provides solutions for a wide variety of IT solutions, including: Cybersecurity, Information Assurance, Virtualization, Sustainability, Health IT, Cloud Computing, IPV6, VoIP, NexGen Technologies, and Web 2.0.
About– General Services Administration (GSA) provides workplaces by constructing, managing, and preserving government buildings and by leasing and managing commercial real estate. GSA's acquisition solutions offer private sector professional services, equipment, supplies, telecommunications, and information technology to government organizations and the military. GSA policies promote management best practices and efficient government operations.
Quote from NSGI’s President: “This contract award validates our experience and capability in managing large-scale GWACs in support of the federal marketplace”.