What TUNISTA SERVICES, LLC does

Tunista Services, LLC (TSL) is a privately held government services contractor and wholly-owned subsidiary of Yulista Holding LLC, an Alaska Native Corporation within the Calista Corporation family. The company operates as a Small Disadvantaged Business and is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii with an additional operational presence in Huntsville, Alabama. TSL delivers a broad portfolio of base and range operations services to U.S. Department of Defense installations, including base and range operations, air combat training systems, air traffic control, airfield management, fire and emergency services, armed security, civil engineering, logistics management, facilities maintenance, furnishing management, environmental engineering, fuels management, lodging, base supply, biological, custodial, and weather services.

The company's underlying technology is operational rather than software-based: service delivery relies on personnel, standard government and aviation tooling, and adherence to recognized quality frameworks. TSL holds ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and AS9110C quality management certifications, as well as an FAA Part 145 repair station certificate for aircraft maintenance. These credentials qualify the firm for aerospace-grade DoD work and signal compliance maturity required by federal procurement officers.

Tunista generates revenue exclusively through federal contracting — primarily Firm-Fixed-Price and Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) vehicles accessed via GSA schedules and direct negotiation with military installation commands. Its go-to-market is enterprise field sales conducted through direct engagement with government procurement offices. Named contracts include operations and maintenance of Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field and Barry M. Goldwater Range East (the nation's second-largest Air Force aviation training range), furnishing management at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska, and base operations support at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach in California. Leadership comprises President Rick Carr (37+ years in base operations, former US Air Force) and Vice President Kyle Nakamura (35 years in business management and logistics).

Name

TUNISTA SERVICES, LLC

Legal name

Tunista Services LLC

Website

https://tunistaservices.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Tunista Services, LLC is a Small Disadvantaged Business subsidiary of Yulista Holding (an Alaska Native Corporation) providing base operations, range maintenance, airfield management, fire and emergency services, logistics, and 15 additional service lines to U.S. Department of Defense installations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense Base Operations Support

NAICS

Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612), Office Administrative Services (5611)

SIC

Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744)

akta.pro primary industry

Vendor/Subcontractor & SLA Management (BPABAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emergency Supplies, Equipment & Logistics (Kits, Generators, Temporary Facilities) (BPABANAK), Office Services & Supplies Management (Stationery, Inventory, Vendor Coordination) (IMAIALAH)

Keywords

• Military base operations
• Range operations support
• Airfield management services
• Defense logistics support
• Government facility maintenance

Headquarters

HQ city

Honolulu

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Government Contracting Services: Revenue is generated through federal government contracts for base operations support, emergency services, logistics management, and facilities maintenance at military installations. Contracts include Firm-Fixed-Price and Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) arrangements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Tunista Services, LLC is a Department of Defense contractor that delivers base operations, range operations, airfield management, emergency services, security, logistics, munitions, and facility management support at U.S. military installations. The company operates as a Small Disadvantaged Business under Yulista Holding LLC, an Alaska Native Corporation, serving locations such as Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, and the Barry M. Goldwater Range.

Product overview

Tunista Services, LLC (TSL) is a subsidiary of Yulista Holding, LLC and a Small Disadvantaged Business providing an array of government support services primarily to U.S. military installations. TSL operates as a services company rather than a software product company, offering a portfolio of 17 distinct service lines including Base & Range Operations, Air Combat Training Systems, Air Traffic Control, Airfield Management, Fire & Emergency Services, Security Services, Civil Engineering, Logistics Management, Facilities Maintenance, Environmental Engineering, Fuels Management, Furnishing Management, Lodging Services, Base Supply, Biological Services, Custodial Services, and Weather Services. These services are delivered through contract vehicles including GSA schedules to Department of Defense and other federal government customers. Notable contracts include Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field and Barry M. Goldwater Range operations, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson furnishing management, and Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach base operations support.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Base Operations Full-scope base operations support delivered to U.S. military installations, encompassing day-to-day garrison functions and installation-level services. Intended for DoD installation commands and base commanders.
• Range Operations Operation and management of military training ranges, including the Barry M. Goldwater Range, supporting live-fire and tactical training activities. Intended for DoD range users and installation commands.
• Airfield Management Airfield operations and management services at military airfields, including the Gila Bend Air Force Auxiliary Field, ensuring safe flightline and airspace operations. Intended for U.S. Air Force and DoD airfield operators.
• Aircraft Maintenance Maintenance support for military aircraft, performed under FAA Part 145 airworthiness certification. Intended for DoD aviation units and airworthiness authorities.
• Security Services Physical security services at DoD installations, including access control and installation security personnel. Intended for military installation security forces and commanders.
• Emergency Services Fire, medical, and emergency response services at military installations. Intended for DoD installation commanders and emergency preparedness organizations.
• Logistics Supply chain and logistics support for military operations at DoD installations. Intended for DoD logistics commands and installation supply officers.
• Munitions Munitions handling and management support for military training and operational ranges. Intended for DoD munitions accounts and range operations personnel.
• Transportation Transportation services for personnel, equipment, and materiel at DoD installations. Intended for DoD installation transportation motor pools and logistics officers.
• Facility Management Operation and maintenance of buildings and facilities at military installations. Intended for DoD public works and installation support directors.
• Operations & Maintenance General operations and maintenance support covering infrastructure, equipment, and systems at DoD installations. Intended for installation support directorates and facility owners.
• Civil Engineering Civil engineering support for installation infrastructure projects. Intended for DoD civil engineer squadrons and installation infrastructure owners.
• Engineer & Construction Engineering and construction services for military construction (MILCON) and minor construction projects at DoD installations. Intended for DoD construction agents and installation directorates.
• Construction Construction execution services for military projects. Intended for DoD construction agents and installation facility owners.
• Communication Communications support for installation information systems and operational networks. Intended for DoD communications squadrons and installation command, control, and information officers.
• Command and Control Command and control support enabling operational decision-making across installation operations. Intended for installation command and control centers and operations officers.
• Medical Readiness Medical readiness support services supporting installation health and force-readiness programs. Intended for DoD military treatment facilities and installation medical readiness officers.

Named customers2 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Akima: Akima is an Alaska Native Corporation-owned federal contractor with subsidiaries spanning base operations, logistics, security, and IT — directly comparable to Tunista in both ownership structure and DoD service offerings.
• KBR, Inc. KBR's Government Solutions segment delivers base operations support, logistics, and facilities services across DoD installations worldwide — directly comparable to Tunista's BOS, logistics, and facilities maintenance offerings for U.S. military customers.
• Chenega Corporation: Chenega is an Alaska Native Corporation operating subsidiaries that provide base operations, facilities management, and security services to DoD customers — overlapping directly with Tunista's portfolio of 17 service lines.
• DynCorp International: DynCorp delivers aviation maintenance, base operations, and logistics support for the U.S. military; its FAA Part 145-adjacent aviation sustainment and BOS portfolio is closely aligned with Tunista's service mix.
• Amentum: Amentum (formed from the PAE–Vectrus merger) is a leading DoD base operations and logistics contractor running multiple large installations globally, mirroring Tunista's scope across airfield management, range operations, and facilities support.
• Chugach Alaska Corporation: Chugach is an Alaska Native Corporation with government services subsidiaries providing base operations, IT, and facilities support primarily in Alaska and the Pacific — comparable to Tunista's ANC structure and DOD/ANG focus.
• Doyon Limited: Doyon is an Alaska Native Corporation with government services subsidiaries delivering base operations, security, and facilities support to federal customers, comparable to Tunista's ANC structure and DoD-focused services.

Broad incumbents

• AECOM: AECOM operates a major federal facilities and base operations practice across hundreds of locations globally; as a broad incumbent its BOS, environmental, and engineering services overlap with much of Tunista's range of capabilities.
• Fluor Corporation: Fluor's Government Services business provides operations, maintenance, and logistics support for federal clients including DoD — a broader incumbent comparable in scope and end-customers to Tunista.

Others

• Calista Corporation: Calista is the parent ANC of Yulista Holding and Tunista Services; included as the ecosystem participant that owns and supports Tunista rather than as a direct competitor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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