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Department of Transportation Contract Renewed
September 9, 2011 – SimonComputing has been awarded a contract renewal with the Department of Transportation. Through this 8(a) certified contract, SimonComputing has been updating and maintaining the database for the Drug & Alcohol Testing Management Information System (DATMIS), which is used in the process to randomly select DOT employees for drug and alcohol testing. In addition to the database update and maintenance, SimonComputing is updating the server and software for the system.
SimonComputing Wins DHS ICE Blanket Purchase Agreement
August 31, 2011 – The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has awarded SimonComputing, Inc. with the multiple-award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for Software Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Support Services for the Systems Development Division (SDD) within the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO). Calls under this BPA will provide for the overall management, planning, development, operation, maintenance, coordination, and evaluation of ICE technology programs and activities.
“We are delighted to see that the ICE OCIO is opening up software opportunities to small business. The trend towards smaller projects will increase the likelihood of success while providing a stepping stone for small business growth. ICE stands to gain new ideas, innovations and lower cost and it is a great win-win story.” – Simon Woo, Vice President
Fifth Consecutive Year on Inc. 5000
August 23, 2011 – SimonComputing is proud to announce that it has been included on Inc. magazine's Inc. 5000 list for the fifth consecutive year. The Inc. 5000 list ranks the fastest growing private companies in America.
“Through the hard work of our employees, we are honored to be on this prestigious list once again,” said Danaiya Woo, CEO and President of SimonComputing.
SimonComputing Awarded GSA 8(a) STARS II Contract
July 29, 2011 – The General Services Administration (GSA) has awarded SimonComputing, Inc. with an 8(a) STARS II (Streamlined Technology Acquisition Resources for Services II) Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC). This contract vehicle is designed exclusively for qualifying certified 8(a) small businesses specialized in information technology.
SimonComputing has been awarded contracts under both Constellation I and Constellation II under functional area 1—NAICS 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services).
"We are extremely proud to be part of this elite group of 8(a) small business IT firms. Partnering with the Small Business GWAC Acquisition Division, this award allows us to provide value-added services and cost savings to our federal government clients." Danaiya Woo, President and CEO
Fourth Consecutive Year on Inc. 5000
August 24, 2010 – For the fourth consecutive year, SimonComputing has been named one of the fastest growing private companies in America on Inc. magazine's Inc. 5000 list. Despite the tough economy, SimonComputing still maintained a 3-year growth rate of 157%. With a promising stream of opportunities in the pipeline, the firm plans on continuing this growth in the coming year.
Awarded Department of Transportation contract
August 2, 2010 – The Department of Transportation (DOT) Departmental Drug Office awarded SimonComputing an 8(a) certified contract for Database Update and Maintenance of the Drug & Alcohol Testing Management Information System (DATMIS), an application used to randomly select DOT employees in safety or security sensitive positions for drug and alcohol testing.
Renewal of CBP contract
June 14, 2010 – SimonComputing is proud to announce that the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) - Benefits, Medical and Worklife Division has exercised the option year on its contract for a Subject Matter Expert for the Drug Testing Program. SimonComputing has been supporting the random drug test selection process as a prime contractor since 2007.
SimonComputing Sponsors Team for the Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure
June 5, 2010 – A team of SimonComputing employees, family, and friends participated in the 21st annual Susan G. Komen Global Race for the Cure at the National Mall in Washington, DC. The team of walkers and runners joined over 40,000 people in the fight against breast cancer.
"It was an honor to support and celebrate with survivors and others in our community who are affected by this disease." said Danaiya Woo, President and CEO.
WHTI Receives "Top 5" Excellence.Gov Award
April 29, 2010 – The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) project received one of the "Top 5" Excellence.Gov Awards. This award was established by the American Council for Technology/lndustry Advisory Council (ACT-IAC) to recognize best practices in the federal government's management and use of information technology. "U.S. Customs and Border Protection delivered WHTI on time, on schedule and within budget, by providing innovative technologies which allow officers to conduct more efficient and thorough inspections, and more easily identify fraudulent documents and imposters." - ACT-IAC
As a subcontractor to Bart & Associates, Inc., SimonComputing currently provides software development support to WHTI.
Selected to Showcase at the TSA Small Business Fair
March 23, 2010 – The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has selected SimonComputing to be one of the 30 small businesses to exhibit at the TSA Small Business Fair on April 27, 2010. We will be showcasing our biometric capabilities to TSA personnel.
Annual Holiday Party Supports Virginia High School Band
January 10, 2010 – SimonComputing celebrated the conclusion of a successful 2009 and toasted the beginning of a promising 2010 at the Springfield Golf and Country Club, with the Lake Braddock High School Band providing the evening's entertainment. The band was invited by the US–China Cultural and Education Foundation to tour and present concerts in China in March 2010, and SimonComputing is proud to be their main sponsor for this trip.
Leadership Excellence Program Kick-Off
November 6, 2009 – SimonComputing has selected the Starr Group to conduct a Leadership Development Program. As we continually strive to support our employees in their professional and personal growth, the goal of this program is to build and develop group dynamics as well as leadership competencies within the SimonComputing culture. This will allow for a more efficient, effective and productive work environment.
Third Consecutive Year on Inc. 5000
August 18, 2009 – SimonComputing has been recognized as one of the fastest growing private companies in America for the third consecutive year on Inc. magazine's prestigious Inc. 5000 list. Consistent exceptional performance along with a growing number of employees gave the company a phenomenal 184% growth rate from 2005 to 2008 and placed SimonComputing in the top 35% of all ranked companies.
"With a client list that includes US Customs and Border Protection, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Booz Allen Hamilton and more, SimonComputing will strive to continue growing and significantly contributing to our clients, our people, and our community." said Danaiya Woo, President and CEO.
SimonComputing Achieves CMMI Level 2
June 3, 2009 – SimonComputing has been appraised at CMMI-DEV Maturity Level 2 of CMMI (R) v 1.2 by an SEI-authorized Lead Appraiser. A SCAMPI appraisal confirmed that the process implemented by the DTOPS Project satisfies the requirements of Maturity Level 2 of the CMMI for Development, version 1.2. To review the results of the appraisal, please visit the Published Appraisal Results System (PARS) website at http://sas.sei.cmu.edu/pars/pars_detail.aspx?a=12941
The CMMI Level 2 appraisal is an important milestone on the company's process improvement journey.
"We sought CMMI as a path for process improvement rather than merely a certificate of quality. Risk planning is now possible with CMMI, as well as better processes on both the project and organizational levels." said Danaiya Woo, President and CEO.
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