What NextStep Technology does

NextStep Technology is a privately held U.S. federal government IT services contractor founded in 1997/1998, headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, with operational roots in Morgan Hill, California. The company delivers digital transformation, business intelligence, mission assurance and analysis (including test & evaluation, modeling and simulation, and digital twins), financial management, enterprise business systems integration (SAP DIBS, GCSS-A, Oracle DAI, DEAMS), PMO support, training and logistics, and healthcare systems modernization to defense and civilian federal agencies. Its underlying technology stack is built around the three principal DoD ERP platforms — SAP (DIBS, GFEBS, GCSS-A, Navy ERP) and Oracle (DAI, DEAMS) — extended with Microsoft BI, Power Platform, ServiceNow low-code tooling, and HL7 FHIR for healthcare, with AI/ML, NLP, computer vision, and predictive analytics layered on top for financial reconciliation, fraud detection, and decision support.

The company's business model is professional services delivered primarily as a prime or teaming subcontractor through government-wide acquisition vehicles: GSA MAS, OASIS Plus (Unrestricted and Total Small Business), SeaPort Next Generation, and Polaris, supplemented by USDA and Department of Labor BPAs. More than 90% of engagements are executed in partnership with large primes, fellow small businesses, or through three joint ventures — Trinity-NextStep LLC, Mission Focused, and Team Escalate LLC — which carry 8(a), SDVOSB, and HUBZone certifications enabling sole-source and set-aside awards. Pricing is set by government procurement vehicles and competitive task-order bids rather than published commercial rates, with multi-year contract cadences.

NextStep serves a concentrated federal customer base including the Department of War / Army National Guard, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency, Department of War Test & Evaluation Program Office, Department of Homeland Security Financial Office, Civilian Agency Financial Reporting Office, USDA, and Department of Labor. The firm differentiates through veteran-heavy staffing (over 60% U.S. military veterans), Top Secret facility clearance, CMMI SVC/DEV Level 3, CMMC Level 2, ISO 27001, and DCAA-compliant accounting, and documents quantifiable outcomes including 72% manual-processing reduction at DHS, 40% faster test cycles at DoW T&E, 180% first-year ROI for a civilian agency automation program, and a 50,000-user enterprise ERP migration delivered three months ahead of schedule.

Name

NextStep Technology

Legal name

NextStep Technology

Website

https://nextsteptech.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NextStep Technology is a privately held federal IT services contractor delivering ERP integration, digital transformation, AI/ML-enabled analytics, and mission assurance for U.S. Department of Defense and civilian agencies through prime contract vehicles and joint-venture partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Federal Government IT Services

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Sector & Government ERP (HDAEAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Core ERP Suites (Financials, Procurement, Projects) (HDAEAEAA), Healthcare Provider ERP (Hospital Operations, Supply Chain, Finance) (HDAEAEAH)

Keywords

• Federal IT services
• ERP implementation support
• Digital transformation consulting
• Defense systems integration
• Mission assurance support

Headquarters

HQ city

Morgan Hill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Federal Government Professional Services: Revenue generated through prime and subcontract positions on federal government contracts, spanning defense and civilian agencies. Services include digital transformation, financial management, ERP implementation, mission assurance, and training.
2. Contract Vehicle Access Fees: As a prime holder on multiple GWACs (GSA MAS, OASIS+, SeaPort NxG, Polaris) and IDIQ vehicles, NextStep provides partners access to these contract vehicles, enabling rapid procurement and reducing overhead for teaming partners.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

NextStep Technology is a federal government IT services contractor that delivers digital transformation, enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation and sustainment, business intelligence, mission assurance and analysis, financial management, program management office (PMO) support, training, and healthcare systems modernization to defense and civilian agencies. The company specializes in DoW ERP systems including SAP DIBS, GCSS-A, Oracle DAI, and DEAMS, and delivers through prime contract vehicles (GSA MAS, OASIS+, SeaPort NxG, Polaris) and joint ventures, often in partnership with prime contractors.

Product overview

NextStep Technology is a federal government IT services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional services rather than a single unified product. The core offerings include: Digital Transformation (with Business Intelligence as a component), Mission Assurance & Analysis (including Test & Evaluation, Modeling & Simulation, and Digital Twins), Financial & Business Operations (spanning Financial Management, Enterprise Business Systems, and ERP Helpdesk), PMO & Acquisition Support (including IT Portfolio Management), Training & Logistics Enablement, and Healthcare Systems & Modernization. These services are delivered through specialized teams with deep domain expertise in DoW/DoD ERP systems (SAP DIBS/GCSS-A, Oracle DAI/DEAMS), advanced analytics, AI/ML, and cloud modernization. The company operates primarily through contract vehicles including GSA MAS, OASIS Plus, SeaPort-NxG, and Polaris, often delivering solutions in partnership with technology leaders including Microsoft, Oracle, SAP, and ServiceNow.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Digital Transformation Mission-driven digital innovation service strengthening mission performance, transparency, and operational resilience through applied AI, cloud modernization, and decision support analytics for federal agencies.
• Business Intelligence Service that transforms disparate data into decision-making information and enhances ERP systems through leadership reporting and dashboards using Microsoft, Oracle, and SAP BI tools.
• Mission Assurance & Analysis Precision decision support services across test, evaluation, and modeling environments including T&E strategy, modeling & simulation, digital twins, wargaming, requirements analysis, and operational readiness assessment.
• Financial Management Financial management and audit readiness services integrating with SAP and Oracle ERP platforms for Department of Defense and civilian agencies, supporting FIAR compliance.
• Enterprise Business Systems (EBS) Enterprise Resource Planning implementation and support for DoW and civilian agencies including SAP DIBS/GCSS and Oracle DAI/DEAMS, bridging business processes and technology.
• PMO Support Services Project management office support providing administrative and operations personnel, experienced in DoL wage determination, SCA, and DBA compliance.
• IT Portfolio Management Strategic management of technology investments and projects including technical projects management, software development management, and technical team leadership.
• Training & Logistics Enablement Scalable on-demand training and workforce development including ERP systems training (SAP DIBS, GCSS-A, Oracle DAI, DEAMS), financial management training, and virtual/in-person delivery.
• Healthcare Systems & Modernization Healthcare modernization supporting interoperable systems, program integrity, and improved outcomes through health data integration, analytics, claims processing, and regulatory compliance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 72% reduction in manual processing time through AI-enabled financial reconciliation at DHS
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration18 records

AI capability11 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Trinity-NextStep LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture between Trinity Global Consulting and NextStep Technology. SBA-certified; 8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone certified eligible for direct awards. Ideal for emerging tech, AI/ML, and RPA engagements with federal agencies. Combined past performance in Geospatial Analysis, FMV Analysis, AI, Cyber, ERP systems, financial management, war gaming, and digital transformation. Sole source eligible.
• Mission FocusedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture combining past performance from Trinity, NextStep, and Cyquent. SVDOSB and HubZone certified. Capabilities include Geospatial Analysis, Full Motion Video Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, Cyber, AI Solutions, ERP systems, financial management, war gaming, and digital transformation. Sole source eligible.
• Team Escalate LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint venture combining decades of experience from Escalate and NextStep, delivering digital transformation, AI, war gaming, financial and logistics management, and ERP solutions. Sole source eligible. Contract holders include MDA SHIELD, GSA MAS, OASIS SDVOSB, and Oasis 8a vehicles.
• Service Contract Teaming PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic partnerships with prime contractors and fellow small businesses for nearly every contract. Forms include subcontracting with industry leaders, strategic alliances with specialists (cybersecurity, AI/ML, logistics), and small business partnerships for set-aside opportunities. More than 90% of engagements executed with partners.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sevatec: Federal IT services firm specializing in digital transformation, data analytics, and application modernization for DoD and federal civilian agencies. Comparable in small-business positioning, agile delivery model, and emerging-technology capabilities.
• Alpha Omega Integration: Federal IT services small business focused on digital transformation, ERP implementation, and mission-critical systems support for DoD and federal civilian agencies. Comparable in size, customer mix, and emphasis on agile delivery to large primes.
• NetImpact Strategies: Federal digital transformation and IT modernization firm focused on data analytics, cloud, and emerging technology for federal agencies. Comparable in small-business size, federal-only customer base, and emerging tech emphasis.
• MicroTechnologies: DoD-focused federal IT and communications contractor with broad contract vehicle access and similar small-business certifications. Comparable footprint in IT modernization, cybersecurity, and DoD enterprise systems integration.
• HigherEchelon: Federal services firm providing IT, training, and logistics support with strong veteran workforce and DoD customer concentration. Comparable in size, talent profile (veteran-heavy), and federal contracting focus.
• Rigil Corporation: Small federal IT services company with similar capabilities in ERP integration, digital transformation, and mission support across DoD and civilian agencies. Comparable size, certifications, and contract vehicle footprint.
• IT Concepts: Federal IT services firm specializing in digital transformation, ERP, and data analytics for DoD and federal civilian clients. Comparable in ERP integration expertise, agency relationships, and small-business contract vehicle access.
• CALIBRE Systems: Mid-sized federal IT services firm with deep DoD and federal civilian focus on financial management, ERP support, and business transformation. Highly comparable in customer base (Army, DoD agencies), ERP/financial management services, and small-business set-aside positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Leidos: Major federal systems integrator with broad portfolio spanning defense, intelligence, and civilian IT modernization. Competes for and partners on the same DoD ERP, financial management, and digital transformation opportunities that anchor NextStep's pipeline.
• SAIC: Large federal IT integrator with deep DoD ERP, financial management, and digital transformation capabilities. Provides overlapping services at greater scale and is a frequent teaming partner or competitor for mid-sized federal firms like NextStep.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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