What Xcelerate Solutions does

Xcelerate Solutions is a privately held defense and national security contractor founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with an expanded presence in Tysons, Virginia. The company delivers three integrated service lines to U.S. federal customers: Aviation Security (private passenger and baggage screening at 13 U.S. airports under the TSA Screening Partnership Program, operated through the wholly owned VMD Corp subsidiary, including the patented Gigaplex Remote Screening Technology); Enterprise Vetting & Analysis (background investigations, continuous vetting, and Trusted Workforce 2.0 support for federal workforce security across all 50 states); and Mission & Digital Solutions (cybersecurity, cloud migration, DevSecOps, AI/ML, data management, and program management for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian missions).

The company holds positions on more than 14 federal contract vehicles including GSA MAS, GSA OASIS+, NITAAC CIO-SP3 SB, Navy SeaPort-NXG, DLA JETS 2.0, ACC-APG RS3, TSA SPP, CDAO AI T&E, and CDAO DRAID, with combined ceiling values exceeding $90 billion. Its revenue model is professional services delivered under FFP, CPFF, CPIF, CPAF, and T&M task order types, with contract access fees ranging from 0.15% (OASIS+) to 8% (SeaPort-NXG). Customer base is exclusively U.S. federal agencies — DoD (DIA, DLA, DMDC, Air Force), DHS/TSA, Intelligence Community (ODNI, FBI), and federal civilian (U.S. Marshals, U.S. Courts, NRC, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Capitol Police).

The business has scaled through inorganic growth — the 2024 merger with VMD Corp (aviation security since 2002), the October 2025 acquisition of ClearAvenue (AI/ML and cloud software for federal agencies), and the December 2025 acquisition of General Dynamics Information Technology's background investigation assets — backed by private equity sponsor McNally Capital. Workforce of 1,001–5,000 employees includes 21% with direct military affiliation; headquarters expanded nearly threefold in November 2025 to support continued growth.

Name

Xcelerate Solutions

Legal name

Xcelerate Solutions

Website

https://xceleratesolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Xcelerate Solutions is a Virginia-based federal contractor delivering aviation security screening (via VMD Corp), personnel vetting and background investigations, and mission digital solutions (cybersecurity, AI/ML, cloud, DevSecOps) exclusively to U.S. DoD, DHS/TSA, intelligence, and federal civilian agencies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense & National Security Services

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161), Investigation and Personal Background Check Services (561611), Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151)

SIC

Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381), Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Passenger & Terminal Screening Services (BPAKAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hold Baggage & Cargo Screening Services (BPAKAMAB), Security Operations Center (SOC) / Airport Security Command & Control (BPAKAMAG)

Keywords

• Federal defense services
• Aviation security screening
• Personnel vetting services
• Government IT modernization
• National security solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Mclean

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Federal Government Professional Services: Xcelerate Solutions generates revenue through providing defense and national security services to federal agencies including digital solutions, aviation security, and enterprise vetting and analysis under various government contract vehicles.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Xcelerate Solutions provides defense and national security services to U.S. federal agencies across three core service lines: Aviation Security (passenger and baggage screening at 13 airports under TSA's Screening Partnership Program through subsidiary VMD Corp), Enterprise Vetting & Analysis (nationwide personnel background investigations and continuous vetting supporting Trusted Workforce 2.0), and Mission & Digital Solutions (cybersecurity, cloud migration, DevSecOps, AI/ML, and program management for federal missions). The company holds multiple government-wide acquisition contracts and IDIQ vehicles enabling streamlined procurement.

Product overview

Xcelerate Solutions is a defense and national security company delivering integrated solutions across three core service areas: Aviation Security (through VMD Corp subsidiary), Enterprise Vetting & Analysis, and Mission & Digital Solutions. The company operates as a platform-plus-services provider, offering both managed services and technology solutions. Aviation Security includes private screening at 13 U.S. airports under TSA's Screening Partnership Program, featuring the proprietary Gigaplex remote screening technology. Enterprise Vetting & Analysis provides nationwide background investigations, continuous vetting, and threat analysis supporting Trusted Workforce 2.0 initiatives. Mission & Digital Solutions encompasses cybersecurity, cloud migration, DevSecOps, data management, and AI/ML services for federal agencies. The company also holds multiple government contract vehicles including GSA MAS, OASIS+, CIO-SP3 SB, DLA JETS 2.0, SeaPort-NxG, and others for delivering IT and professional services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VMD Corp: Wholly-owned subsidiary providing aviation security screening services at U.S. airports through TSA's Screening Partnership Program.
• Gigaplex
• Orange Spark

Products and services

• Aviation Security Services Private security screening services at U.S. airports under the TSA Screening Partnership Program (SPP), providing passenger, employee, and checked baggage screening using advanced technologies. Operated through wholly-owned subsidiary VMD Corp at 13 airports across Categories I-IV.
• Enterprise Vetting & Analysis Comprehensive personnel and entity vetting services supporting Trusted Workforce 2.0 initiatives, including nationwide background investigations, continuous vetting, identity resolution, and threat analysis for federal security operations. Provided by 800+ vetted analysts across all 50 states.
• Mission & Digital Solutions Digital transformation and modernization services including Agile development, DevSecOps, cloud migration, cybersecurity, data management, AI/ML, and program management supporting defense and federal agency missions. Supports 4,800 Air Force mission and business systems.
• Gigaplex Remote Screening Technology Open Architecture-enabled remote screening system allowing distribution of checkpoint security scanning to other locations, reducing wait times and improving screening speed and efficiency. Uses Digital Imaging and Communications in Security (DICOS) standards for interoperability with any standards-based checkpoint or checked baggage CT system. Protected by U.S. Patent 12,212,893.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced security clearance cycle time from 129 days to 45 days for DoD DISS program
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability9 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• clearAvenuecoreOthers · 7 October 2025Acquired Maryland-based company providing software development, AI/ML, and cloud services for federal agencies to enhance Xcelerate's technical offerings and expand portfolio of secure solutions for government clients.
• Chertoff GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGigaplex LLC joint venture partner providing advanced networking and cybersecurity expertise, intellectual property, and screening subject matter expertise for remote airport security screening technology.
• SureScan CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGigaplex LLC joint venture partner providing core programming expertise related to image processing, networking, and product development for airport security screening technology.
• Accelerated Business Strategies LLC (ABS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSBA-approved Joint Venture under All Small Mentor Protégé Program combining Advanced Management Strategies Group (AMSG) as SB Managing Venturer and Xcelerate Solutions as Mentor for WHS ATSS IDIQ contract vehicle.
• Echelon Xcelerate JV (EXJV)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSBA-approved Mentor Protégé joint venture between Echelon Services LLC and Xcelerate Solutions awarded DLA JETS 2.0 Group B 8(a) prime contractor position.
• 195 pre-qualified small business vendorsminorOthersSocioeconomic partner base across all categories including Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), SBA 8(a), and small business for NITAAC CIO-SP3 SB contract vehicle.

Scale indicators16 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Peraton: Federal services company built around homeland security, intelligence, and defense IT, formed from the Harris IT services carve-out. Overlaps on security clearance, vetting-adjacent work, and DHS/DoD contracts.
• ManTech International: Federal IT and intelligence services provider with comparable focus on mission solutions, cybersecurity, and clearance-heavy work; PE-owned (Carlyle). Closely comparable customer mix and contract profile.
• SAIC: Mid-to-large federal services integrator focused on defense, intelligence, and civilian agency digital modernization. Competes head-to-head on DLA JETS 2.0, SeaPort-NXG, and CDAO AI work.
• Credence Management Solutions: Mid-market federal contractor concentrated in defense, intelligence, and federal civilian IT modernization, with similar reliance on IDIQ/GWAC vehicles and a comparable past-performance profile.
• Systems Planning and Analysis: Privately held federal technical services firm focused on defense, homeland security, and intelligence analysis. Comparable mix of cleared workforce and high-end professional services work.
• ICF International: Smaller-cap federal digital services and mission-support firm with comparable DoD and civilian agency customers and emphasis on data, analytics, and cybersecurity modernization work.
• CACI International: Federal IT and national security services prime with overlapping DoD, DHS, and IC customers and similar mix of mission technology, signals/cyber, and federal civilian work. Directly competes on vehicles like OASIS+, RS3, and CIO-SP3.
• Akima: Tribal-owned federal contractor with aviation security, logistics, and IT portfolios serving DoD, DHS, and federal civilian customers; competes on similar security-services and IT-modernization vehicles.

Others

• Booz Allen Hamilton: Large management and technology consulting firm with a federal defense/civilian/intel practice that overlaps on cybersecurity, AI/ML, and digital modernization—setting the bar on best-value federal awards.

Broad incumbents

• Leidos: Largest pure-play federal services and solutions prime; broad portfolio across defense, intel, and homeland security. Competes with Xcelerate across nearly every vehicle and recently contributed board talent (Jerry Howe).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles25 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A2 records

Investments

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