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- 10.2009 Data Federal improves HRSA’s grant closeout performance by 71% in FY 2009.
In September of 2009, the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) selected Data Federal to help reconcile and close a substantial backlog of grants and cooperative agreements. After analyzing and streamlining the current process, Data Federal closed more than 99% of the FY 2004 grants assigned and more than 70% of the FY 2005 grants assigned prior to the expiration of those funds at the end of the government’s fiscal year. Data Federal’s performance in FY 2009 resulted in a 71% improvement over the number of closeouts performed by HRSA in 2008. This has allowed HRSA to reassign the remaining closeout responsibilities to Data Federal staff. Data Federal’s BPM-based Grant Closeout System streamlines the grant closeout process, using powerful proprietary technology to align team-members along a proven workflow and ensure effective performance. HRSA’s dramatic success demonstrates the power of these principles and substantiates the effectiveness of Data Federal’s BPM-based Grant Closeout System.
- 09.2009 Data Federal has received a two-year contract from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to redesign, develop, implement, and maintain its flagship website, www.nrc.gov.
The purpose of the redesign is to better reflect the Commission’s role and responsibilities to ensure the safety and protection of the American public. Data Federal will increase the efficiency of the NRC’s Web services while enhancing the security, currency, and accuracy of its Web content. The redesign will also implement Web 2.0 features to facilitate communication with site visitors, making NRC.gov the primary destination for those seeking information on nuclear safety and radiation.
- 07.2009 Data Federal receives a 5-Year IDIQ contract to provide Web Portal Design and Development to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ).
The Agency, under the Department of Health and Human Services, seeks to use its National Resource Center for Health Information Technology (NRC) to promote the use of Health IT for transforming healthcare and increasing stakeholder access to research and other health-related information. The requirements under this contract include the redesign of the NRC’s website (healthit.ahrq.gov) to accelerate the adoption and meaningful use of Health IT and to disseminate AHRQ Health IT portfolio activities, provide a searchable Knowledge Library, and develop secure private online communities for collaboration among interested parties. The contract also includes support for the portal’s infrastructure, as well as its database functions and operations.
- 05.2009 Data Federal awarded contract to provide web design, development and strategic consulting services to the Department of Transportation.
The Data Federal team has been selected by the DOT to implement the rapid design and rollout of the agency’s new travel portal. Data Federal will also develop a technology strategy and roadmap for the portal that helps the DOT meet the Administration’s program of transparency, participation and collaboration. This work includes all aspects of the portal, including content management, hosting, cost savings, and strategy. The primary output will be a detailed strategy of implementation, a timeline for the implementation of the strategic items, and targeted cost savings to help fund these initiatives.
- 04.2009 Data Federal receives contract to design and develop a prototype mission management capability on the One Network software platform for a U.S. Intelligence / military customer.
The solution to be developed will provide unprecedented visibility into the customer’s support, production, and execution, as well as the metrics surrounding those activities. The system will allow the customer to be more responsive to dynamic intelligence shifts, while increasing the overall effectiveness of operations. The deployed capabilities will allow for adjustments within the planning cycle, eliminating redundancies, and freeing up critical capacitated resources. Further, the technology will demonstrate the effective use and applicability of Business Process Management Systems (BPMS).
- 02.2009 Data Federal is awarded a 5 year subcontract to ActionNet,Inc. in support of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) CORENet contract.
Core Enterprise Network (CORENet) is a 5-year, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract estimated at $78 million to provide personnel to implement and maintain the corporate DISA Information System. CORENet provides administrative IT services to the Office of the Director, DISA and the supporting directorates and consists of the baseline data and telecommunications infrastructure installed and operational at the DISA Headquarters, the National Capital Region (NCR), and 38 remote facilities worldwide. DISA is the provider of global net-centric solutions for the Nation's warfighters and all those who support them in the defense of the nation.
- 12.2008 – Data Federal is proud to be a member of CACI’s Business Transformation Agency’s (BTAO) Cross Agency Support Services (CASS) award for Thought Leadership and Change Management.
CACI International Inc. has been awarded a prime contract on an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contact, with a ceiling value of $260 million over five years. This contract supports the Department of Defense Business Transformation Agency (BTA) Cross Agency Support Services (CASS) effort in the area of Thought Leadership and Change Management.
The BTA's mission is to guide the transformation of business operations throughout the Department of Defense (DoD) and to deliver enterprise-level capabilities that align to warfighter needs. In support of this mission, the BTA is seeking thought leadership and change management services that include studies and analysis of strategic business processes, systems, and data; support for investment management and organizational design; strategic and tactical planning for the BTA's business enterprise priorities in personnel visibility, acquisition visibility, supply chain, real property, and financial visibility; as well as change management and training.
CACI’s thought leadership and change management solutions offer the BTA innovative ideas with minimum risk and high yields, grounded in more than 46 years of DoD support. CACI and its team provide deep expertise to help the BTA develop and implement more efficient, effective solutions across the full range of DoD business functions. - 10.2008 Data Federal Receives Contract to redesign prominent Federal Government Website and Content Management System.
The Data Federal Corporation is pleased to announce the award of a contract for the redesign of a content driven website for the Federal Government. The website serves multiple audiences including the general public, the press, international governments, and various United States government agencies. The Agency is seeking to completely rebrand and transform its current website as well as amplify its web presence in an effort to increase the overall "value" of the site for all users. Data Federal has been trusted to completely redesign the website for this Agency. This effort will include the design and deployment of a completely new look and feel, enhanced user experience, and more diversified, targeted, and useful user content. As part of this initiative we will help guide and advise our customer on the selection and procurement of a brand new content management system (CMS). Additionally, Data Federal will provide ongoing maintenance and upgrades for a period of 4 years. As part of this effort we will be teaming with our trusted partner Quotient to deliver and deploy these complex services. We are proud to be working with a quality firm such as Quotient and look forward to future partnerships and teaming scenarios.
- 10.2008 Data Federal Secures U.S. DoD Business Process Management Contract.
The Data Federal Corporation is pleased to announce the award of a 2 year business process management (BPM) support contract by the U.S. Department of Defense. Data Federal's assistance was sought by the DoD to assist with a ground up business process management effort, within a critical U.S. defense organization. As part of this effort, Data Federal will advise on business process management, process optimization, and data necessity, will capture and document the existing information and the process space, define and architect new processes, and provide technology recommendations and support for the overall effort. The contract, secured under Data Federal's Business Process Management Practice, represents another step in our company's evolution and its growing BPM practice. With increasing frequency, we find our customers seeking our assistance at the point where business and technology meet. No longer can organizations view processes and procedures in isolation from supporting technologies. Rather, it is the fusion of these areas and disciplines that drives real benefit. At Data Federal, we understand that the relationship between people, process, and technology is more than just words; it is an important construct which must be appropriately balanced in order to drive success. As part of our approach, we work closely with our customers to understand their unique needs, situations, and goals. We then tailor a solution that drives real value for the client.
- 09.2008 – Data Federal awarded 5-year contract to manage Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/Privacy Act (PA) program for the Department of Navy’s Office of Naval Research (ONR).
Data Federal will support the Office of Corporate Counsel for ONR through management of the FOIA/PA program under ONR supervision. Data Federal will be involved in all aspects of the program and will support the processing of up to 200 FOIA and PA requests on a yearly basis, to include performing releasability analysis and drafting of all communication to requesters and third parties. Data Federal is also responsible for reporting and for assisting the attorney with the ONR Ethics and Standards of Conduct program as required.
- 08.2008 Data Federal and Metastorm Form Partnership.
Data Federal is pleased to announce an alliance with Metastorm, Inc. Metastorm's advanced business process management solution is being implemented by Data Federal to support our efforts in various Federal agencies. Metastorm's platform is the perfect compliment for our efforts within our BPM practice. This software will aid in the automation of the operational support processes, dramatically improving accountability and overall project performance. With a focus on enterprise visibility, optimization, and agility, Metastorm offers market-leading software for Enterprise Architecture, Business Process Analysis and Modeling, and Business Process Management. As an integrated product portfolio, Metastorm Enterprise™ allows organizations to improve business results by unifying strategy, analysis and execution. Metastorm is bringing together these critical disciplines to enable an understanding of enterprise architecture and strategy, accurate impact and opportunity assessment, effective process execution, and accelerated value realization for organizations worldwide.
- 08.2008 Data Federal Wins HRSA Grant Closeout Contract.
Data Federal has been selected by the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to develop and implement an advanced business process management system to increase the speed, visibility, and accountability of the grant closeout process. The Division of Grant Management Operations (DGMO), within HRSA, is responsible for managing the Grant Closeout Process by providing services to a total of six Bureaus and twelve offices. Annually, it is estimated that at least 2,000-3,000 grants require closeout and reconciliation with the HHS Payment Management System (PMS). In support of this 5 year contract Data Federal will implement the business process management system as well as providing support personnel to facilitate the reconciliation and closure of HRSA grants. Implementation of this solution allows both Data Federal and HRSA personnel to closely monitor and control the closeout process. Efforts under this contract will be a blueprint for the automation of closeout procedures at other federal agencies.
- 06.2008 Data Federal Announces Launch of FOIA Practice.
Data Federal announced the formal opening of its Freedom of Information Act practice. The Freedom of Information Act or FOIA, as it is commonly known, allows for the full or partial disclosure of previously unreleased information and documents controlled by the United States Government. While the Act went into effect over 40 years ago, substantial changes and updates have been enacted over the course of the last four decades. In 2005, Executive Order 13392 mandated additional changes to the manner in which the government responds to FOIA requests. Due to these modifications and the ever-increasing number of FOIA requests, the processing, evaluation, and administration of FOIA requests has become increasingly visible. Additionally, information requested via the Act must be reconciled with other applicable laws and regulations such as the Privacy Act to ensure the appropriate release of information. The need for accuracy, accountability and timeliness along with the recent changes in the Act have resulted in the greatest need for qualified professionals providing FOIA support since the inception of the Act. Data Federal currently performs FOIA and Privacy Act support services for several federal agencies. Viewing the increased need for FOIA support services, Data Federal developed a focused FOIA practice to complement our federal paralegal practice. Ensuring that the skills of our FOIA professionals are grounded in the legal profession offers our customers piece of mind that all rules, regulations and policies will be followed.
- 03.2008 Data Federal Corporation receives SBA 8(a) Certification.
Data Federal is pleased to announce that we have received our 8(a) Business Development Program certification from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). We appreciate the opportunity afforded to us by the SBA, which will allow us to be even more agile and competitive. The program lasts for a period of nine years and allows our federal government customers an expedited method by which to engage our company, often in a non-competitive manner. We are excited by the prospects that this opportunity presents. We are Data Federal.
- 01.2008 Data Federal partners with One Network Enterprises to deliver Advanced Business Process Management Solutions to the Federal Government.
Data Federal Corporation and One Network Enterprises of Dallas, Texas have teamed to deliver advanced business process management solutions, rapid application development and deployment, and true mission management services to the Federal Government and U.S. Military. The two companies are focused on delivering solutions that embrace and amplify existing IT infrastructures, have rapid time-to-value, enable net-centric environments, and deliver web-based solutions for our valued clients - all firmly grounded in the latest SOA principles.
- 11.2007 Data Federal wins Case Management Contract for support to the FAA's Office of the Chief Counsel.
Data Federal is pleased to announce a prime contract award by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to provide case management support services to the FAA's Office of the Chief Counsel. The Office of the Chief Counsel supports the FAA's mission by furnishing legal services to the FAA Administrator and all Agency organizations at the Headquarters, Regional and Center levels. We are grateful for and excited by the opportunity to provide critical support services through our team of highly skilled and accredited paralegal professionals.
- 10.2007 Data Federal Corporation secures development Contract with the Ford Motor Company.
Data Federal has been selected to develop ErgoRX 2.0, which builds on the foundation created by ErgoRX program, a web-based application that permits plant level Local Ergonomics Committees (LEC's) to manage the process for identifying, tracking, resolving, and sharing ergonomic concerns with reduced administrative burden. The intranet-based application will also allow non-plant ergonomics personnel to view LEC concern data remotely and obtain measures of program effectiveness directly. Our effort will provide for full functionality on a standard web browser. ErgoRX 2.0 will comply with Ford's current IT security policy through enhanced ErgoRX administrator functions to conduct user access audits. This project will increase the relevant lifespan of ErgoRX system and reduce the overall cost of maintenance and support by bringing the application up to the latest Ford IT Standards.
- 08.2007 Data Federal Corporation to support their FAA MASS Engineering Services Contract at the Hughes Technical Center.
Data Federal has been selected by SRA International to provide various engineering support services to include Computer Aided Design, Configuration Management and other administrative and technical services in support of their Multiple Award Support Services (MASS) at the Federal Aviation Administration's Hughes Technical Center in Atlantic City, NJ. Our support enables the effective expansion of their lab facilities and ensures existing plans are within design specicifications.
- 06.2007 Data Federal designs and leads cutting edge development effort to deliver a premier Business Intelligence Platform for Health Care Media company.
Data Federal has secured a long-term contract for the development of a business intelligence platform focused on the veterinary health care industry. This platform will enable and promote strategic communications between veterinary hospitals and their clients, allowing for automated, streamlined communications, increased customer contact, and facilitate driving both pet care and veterinary hospital revenue. Sample communications include the emailing of pet maintenance visit reminders, pet birthday greetings, pet health care tips, and other associated information.
- 03.2007 Data Federal opens Virginia Office.
Data Federal is pleased to announce the opening of an office in Fairfax, Virginia. This location will allow us to more readily meet the needs of our valued clients in the northern Virginia area, as well as embed our company within the highly tech-centric NVA region. Additionally, the location represents an ideal site from which to work with our trusted partners - many of whom call northern Virginia home. Of further benefit, the region fosters and supports a pool of highly skilled and accomplished talent to help fuel Data Federal's growth.
- 01.2007 Data Federal launches Business Process Management (BPM) Practice.
The Data Federal Corporation has launched a Business Process Management Practice. This practice focuses on delivering high-quality business process management consultation services and support for present and future customers. The development of this practice has been in direct response to the client requests for these very services. At Data Federal, we understand that the relationship between people, process, and technology is more than just words; it is an important construct which must be appropriately balanced in order to drive success. As part of our approach, we work closely with our customers to understand their unique needs, situations, and goals. We then tailor a solution that drives real value for the client. When technology is part of the equation, we take a "technology-agnostic" approach. We first determine the needs of the client, factor in budgetary constraints and current infrastructure realities, and only then do we make a information technology determination, which is targeted to serve the needs of the client first.









