Blue Sky Innovative Solutions LLC

What Blue Sky Innovative Solutions LLC does

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions LLC is a privately held, SBA-certified HUBZone, EDWOSB/WOSB, and 8(a) small disadvantaged business that delivers information technology services, cybersecurity, and management consulting to federal, state, and local government agencies. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in College Park, Maryland with a second office in Washington, DC, the company operates with 11-50 employees and is led by CEO Melissa Peterson, a former CSC General Manager for National Intelligence Agency accounts. Service offerings are organized into Technical Solutions (application development, cybersecurity, data management and analytics, end-user support, infrastructure engineering, technology consulting) and Business Solutions (change management, mission support, program management, strategic planning), delivered primarily through professional services engagements.

The company's technology stack spans mainstream enterprise platforms rather than proprietary products: agile/lean-based software lifecycle management using Java, .NET, Ruby Rails, MUMPS, MySQL, Oracle, Hadoop, MapReduce, and MongoDB; cloud deployments on AWS; cybersecurity tools for hardened network architectures and malware detection; and data analytics tooling including Tableau, Python, R, and STATA. Blue Sky has invested heavily in compliance infrastructure, holding CMMC Level 2, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO 20000-1:2018 certifications, positioning it to handle Controlled Unclassified Information on defense and intelligence work.

Blue Sky monetizes exclusively through government contracts, generating revenue as both prime and subcontractor across a broad portfolio of vehicles including four GSA OASIS+ IDIQ contracts (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, Small Business), GSA 8(a) STARS III, GSA MAS, FAA eFAST, Navy SeaPort-e, Maryland CATS+, and Prince George's County ITPC. Customer agencies span the VA, DIA, FAA, Navy, CISA, DSCA, Maryland DoIT, and Prince George's County. Pricing is contract-driven rather than rate-card-based, and the 8(a) program enables sole-source awards up to $4.5 million. The company is entirely founder-owned with no disclosed external funding or parent entity.

Name

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions LLC

Legal name

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions LLC

Website

https://bsis-llc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions LLC is an SBA-certified 8(a), HUBZone, and EDWOSB/WOSB government contractor delivering IT services, cybersecurity, and management consulting to federal, state, and local agencies through GSA, DoD, FAA, and state contract vehicles.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Government IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Other Computer Related Services (541519)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Strategy & IT Advisory (BPAEAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Enterprise Application Modernization & Upgrades (incl. S/4HANA, cloud migrations) (BPAEAGAG), ITSM Platform Implementation & Administration (ServiceNow/JSM/BMC/etc.) (BPAEAJAC)

Keywords

• Government IT services
• Cybersecurity consulting
• Management consulting
• Data management analytics
• Application development

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government IT Services: Blue Sky generates revenue primarily through government contracts providing information technology solutions, cybersecurity services, and management consulting to federal, state, and local government clients. Revenue is derived from prime contracts and subcontracts across various contract vehicles.
2. Contract Vehicle Access Fees: As a holder of multiple GSA contract vehicles (MAS Schedule, OASIS+, 8(a) STARS III), the company earns revenue through direct task orders and project work awarded under theseIDIQ contracts.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is an SBA-certified HUBZone, EDWOSB/WOSB, and 8(a) small disadvantaged business that provides information technology and business consulting services to U.S. federal, state, and local government clients. Its offerings span Technical Solutions (application development, cybersecurity, data management and analytics, end-user support, infrastructure engineering, website services) and Business Solutions (change management, mission support, organization design, process improvement, program/project management, and strategic planning), delivered primarily as a prime contractor on GSA schedules and IDIQ vehicles.

Product overview

Blue Sky Innovative Solutions offers a comprehensive portfolio of IT and business consulting services organized into two primary categories: Technical Solutions and Business Solutions. Technical Solutions include application development, cybersecurity, data management and analytics, end user support, infrastructure and engineering support, technology consulting, and website services. Business Solutions encompass change management, mission support services, organization design, process improvement, project and program management, and strategic planning. The company operates primarily through government contract vehicles including GSA schedules (MAS, IT Schedule 70), GSA OASIS+ (HUBZone, WOSB, 8(a), Small Business), GSA 8(a) STARS III, FAA eFAST, Maryland CATS+, and Prince George's County ITPC. Services are delivered to federal government agencies including DoD, intelligence community, VA, FAA, as well as state/local government clients.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Solutions Consulting services encompassing change management, mission support services, organization design, process improvement, project and program management, and strategic planning. Delivered by consultants with Six Sigma Greenbelt and ITIL v3 certifications using best-practice methodologies for government and private sector clients.
• Technical Solutions Integrated IT services offering covering application development, cybersecurity, data management and analytics, end-user support, infrastructure and engineering support, technology consulting, and website services. Uses agile and lean methodologies with cloud deployment capabilities.
• Cybersecurity Solutions Comprehensive cybersecurity services including hardened network architectures, malware detection systems, employee training and awareness programs, and Internal Control Systems/SCADA security expertise developed through the DoD Mentor-Protege Program with the Defense Intelligence Agency.
• Website Design Services Web design and development services using premiere web technologies, AJAX, search engine optimization, SSL, and HTTPS standards to deliver secure, responsive websites for clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• INC 5000 List ranking: 3,154 nationally, 23 in DC area (2021)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bowie State University (Mentor in DoD MPP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 September 2022Bowie State University served as one of the mentors in the Defense Intelligence Agency Mentor-Protégé Program alongside Invictus International Consulting and Mason SBDC. Helped develop Blue Sky's capabilities in cyber security with emphasis on ICS/SCADA systems.
• Mason Small Business Development Center (Mentor in DoD MPP)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 September 2022Mason SBDC served as mentor alongside Invictus International Consulting and Bowie State University in the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program to help enhance Blue Sky's corporate operations.
• Invictus International ConsultingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2018Defense Intelligence Agency selected Blue Sky and Invictus International Consulting to participate in a three-year DoD-sponsored Mentor-Protégé Program. Invictus serves as mentor providing counsel and support to Blue Sky as protégé. Blue Sky is one of only four protégés selected.
• CernercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 October 2018Blue Sky joined Cerner's team to help modernize the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs electronic health record (EHR) system. Blue Sky joined Leidos, Accenture, and other small businesses to form the implementation team providing experience and expertise to the VA. CEO Melissa Peterson noted personal connection as daughter of a Marine Corps veteran and retired VA nurse.
• SBA Emerging Leaders InitiativeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 November 2017Blue Sky graduated from SBA's Emerging Leaders Initiative, a program providing training to small businesses to help accelerate growth. CEO Melissa Peterson worked with mentors, attended specialized workshops, and developed connections with peers and city leaders.
• VETSportsminorOthers · 6 May 2017VETSports is an organization committed to helping veterans find opportunities as they reintegrate into their respective communities. Blue Sky supports VETSports team and attended the VETSPY Annual Awards Gala. Over 20% of Blue Sky employees are veterans.
• Prince George's County Economic Development CorporationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 May 2017Blue Sky is a proud supporter of Prince George's County programs including the Hire Prince George's County Program and Economic Development Corporation. Company sponsors county events and hires candidates through OJT Training Program.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ITC Federal: ITC Federal is an SBA 8(a) small business IT services contractor serving federal civilian and defense agencies with cybersecurity, application development, and infrastructure support, sharing Blue Sky's set-aside-driven go-to-market and government IT services portfolio.
• IntelliDyne: IntelliDyne is a privately held IT services firm delivering cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics, and program management to federal defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies under multiple GSA and IDIQ vehicles, closely matching Blue Sky's contract-vehicle strategy and customer mix.
• Sevatec: Sevatec is a small-disadvantaged, minority-owned federal IT contractor specializing in data analytics, cybersecurity, and software development for homeland security, defense, and intelligence agencies, providing a near-analogous business model and customer set to Blue Sky.
• Octo Consulting (Booz Allen Hamilton): Octo was a small, 8(a)-certified federal IT and data analytics firm serving civilian, defense, and intelligence agencies until acquired by Booz Allen Hamilton. Its pre-acquisition profile closely mirrors Blue Sky's mix of set-aside certifications, IDIQ vehicles, and digital services offerings.
• Dynanet Corporation: Dynanet is a small woman-owned federal IT services company providing enterprise application development, cybersecurity, and program management to DoD, DHS, and civilian agencies under multiple GSA and OASIS-style vehicles, comparable in scale and offerings to Blue Sky.
• VISTA Technology Services: VISTA is a small, veteran-owned IT services contractor providing cybersecurity, data analytics, and systems engineering to federal health, defense, and intelligence customers, sharing Blue Sky's small-prime, set-aside-driven approach to government work.
• Steampunk: Steampunk is a small woman-owned federal IT and management consulting firm with SDVOSB and HUBZone credentials delivering data, cyber, and digital transformation services to federal civilian and defense agencies under GSA contract vehicles.
• Salient CRGT: Salient CRGT (now part of Unisys Federal) was a mid-tier federal IT services provider delivering software engineering, cybersecurity, and analytics across DoD, intelligence, and civilian customers with extensive GSA/IDIQ contract vehicle coverage, comparable in offerings and customer profile to Blue Sky.

Broad incumbents

• Booz Allen Hamilton: Booz Allen Hamilton is a top-tier federal IT and management consulting incumbent providing cybersecurity, digital transformation, and engineering services across virtually every major DoD and civilian agency, representing the large-prime competition and a potential acquisition path for Blue Sky.
• Leidos: Leidos is a large federal systems integrator serving DoD, intelligence, VA, and civilian agencies with IT, engineering, and health-IT capabilities. Leidos is both a partner (alongside Cerner and Accenture on VA EHR) and a competitive prime for the same contract vehicles Blue Sky pursues.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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