WIPP's myContracting Magazine July 2014 | Page 5

Who to Keep Your Eyes On

What does the government buy that you sell? What are the top NAICS codes in which you do business?

Construction;

236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building and Construction;

238160 - Roofing;

238110 – Concrete;

238210 – Electrical;

238220 - Mechanical

Tell us about a recent "win."

Just weeks ago we were awarded a one year Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) under Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Washington DC. More specifically, we are performing work primarily at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Under this BPA, we are able to constantly demonstrate our core competency in providing design build, construction, and facilities support services in mission critical spaces while delivering the highest standards in quality control and safety.

It is a huge honor to provide our services to an establishment that provides medical attention to our Commander in Chief and soldiers.

Do you serve as a prime or subcontractor and what strengths do you bring to each area?

We have always served as a prime.

As a prime on federal contracts, we offer peace of mind through consistent “outstanding” past performance ratings, comprehensive knowledge and experience with regulatory compliance, and the best project staff and workforce the construction industry offers.

"The most valuable attributes we bring to the table are flexibility and a cohesive team approach that includes our staff, clients, teaming partners, subcontractors & suppliers."

These qualities pave the way for success as a prime contractor or subcontractor.

What has been your biggest challenge in achieving success in the federal market as a woman-owned small business?

Responding to ignorance through successful achievements (and often times meditation) rather than counterproductive retaliatory remarks.

What competencies do you believe are critical to your success?

1. Continuously providing our clients with a project staff that delivers excellent communication,

knowledge and flexibility.

2. Outstanding performance of design build and construction services in mission critical

occupied spaces.

3. Exceptional proposal development and management in response to solicitations between

$1,000,000 - $10,000,000.

We have always “private labeled” for other large organizations, becoming their fast track service development and deployment team under their brand name. Because we have a depth of experience in providing services on behalf of our large partner companies, we understand how to support and add value to large primes and others looking for an experienced, low risk sub-contractor.

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