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Blue Sky Innovative Solutions Achieves CMMC Level 2 Certification
September 23, 2025 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is proud to announce the achievement of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, reinforcing our commitment to protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and strengthening the cybersecurity posture of the U.S. Department of Defense supply chain. As CMMC requirements continue to be integrated into the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), CMMC Level 2 validates conformance with NIST SP 800-171 through an independent third-party assessment, demonstrating the maturity and consistency of our cybersecurity practices. This certification places Blue Sky Innovative Solutions among a select group of defense contractors recognized for operational integrity, accountability, and cybersecurity readiness, enabling us to better serve our clients while helping protect the broader Defense Industrial Base (DIB) from evolving cyber threats.
Blue Sky Achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification
August 15, 2025 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is proud to announce that we are now certified to the updated ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard, marking the successful transition from the 2013 version and reinforcing our commitment to the highest standards of information security. This updated certification strengthens our security posture, modernizes our approach to risk management, and further builds trust with our clients by ensuring our information security management system aligns with today’s evolving threat landscape. Achieving ISO/IEC 27001:2022 reflects the dedication of our team and our ongoing focus on being a trusted, forward-leaning partner in cybersecurity.
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions Achieves SWaM Certification
August 6, 2025 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is proud to announce that we have been officially certified as a Small, Women-Owned, and Minority-Owned (SWaM) business by the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity. This prestigious designation not only expands our eligibility for state-funded contracting opportunities but also reaffirms our long-standing commitment to driving diversity, fostering innovation, and delivering excellence to our clients and partners.
Our SWaM certification reflects our proven expertise and capabilities in the following NAICS Code categories:
- 518210 – Computing Infrastructure, Data Processing, and Web Hosting
- 541511 – Custom Computer Programming Services
- 541519 – Other Computer-Related Services
- 541618 – Management Consulting Services
With this recognition, Blue Sky stands ready to deepen partnerships, broaden our impact, and continue delivering high-value solutions that advance our clients’ missions.
Blue Sky at the 2025 8(a) Alaska Regional Conference
June 30, 2025 – Earlier this month, Blue Sky Innovative Solutions joined peers at the 8(a) Alaska Regional Conference in Anchorage. Our leadership team used the forum to exchange ideas on small-business innovation, expand strategic partnerships, and explore new ways to deliver measurable impact for government customers. Participation in this event underscores Blue Sky’s ongoing commitment to the 8(a) community and to driving growth through collaboration across the govcon ecosystem.
Blue Sky Makes Its Mark as First-Time Sponsor at the National Small Business Conference
March 1, 2025 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions was a first-time sponsor of this year’s National Small Business Conference. This partnership deepens our engagement with the small-business and govcon communities. An inspiring keynote and sessions sparked fresh ideas, while the conference floor provided an opportunity to reconnect with existing clients and meet prospective clients. We thank the National 8(a) Association for hosting a great event and look forward to building on the connections we made.
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions Ends 2024 with a Fourth GSA OASIS+ Contract Award!
December 27, 2024 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is excited to announce a fantastic close to 2024 with the award of the GSA OASIS+ MAC Program Small Business IDIQ Contract, our fourth under the prestigious OASIS+ contract vehicle. This award builds on our existing suite of OASIS+ contracts: HUBZone, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and 8(a). With this latest achievement, we have further expanded our ability to deliver missioncritical services across Management and Advisory, Technical and Engineering, and Intelligence Services domains. Kicking off 2025, we look forward to leveraging these contracts to continue driving exceptional outcomes for our government clients. You can access our GSA OASIS+ IDIQ contracts along with our GSA Schedule and 8(a) STARS vehicle through the GSA eLibrary.
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions Secures Three Prestigious GSA OASIS+ Contracts
December 1, 2024 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is proud to announce that we have been awarded three contracts under the GSA One Acquisition Solution for Integrated Services Plus (OASIS+) contract vehicle: HUBZone, Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), and 8(a). These awards underscore our commitment to delivering innovative solutions and outstanding service across diverse domains. These contracts encompass critical domains, including Management and Advisory Services, Technical and Engineering Services, and Intelligence Services, which reflect our robust capabilities and expertise. Through these awards, we are poised to deliver comprehensive management consulting, advanced technical and engineering solutions, and cutting-edge intelligence services to support mission-critical operations for our government clients. We look forward to driving impactful outcomes across these essential domains and continuing our tradition of excellence. If you would like to learn more about these awards, please refer to the following links:
Blue Sky Awarded DoD Nunn-Perry Award
September 3, 2022 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions (Blue Sky) is proud to announce that the Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded Blue Sky with the Nunn-Perry Award for the 2021 fiscal year. The Nunn-Perry award is given to participants in the DoD Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) that excel in the areas of protégé development and growth. As a protégé in the Defense Intelligence Agency MPP, Blue Sky worked with mentors, Invictus International Consulting, Bowie State University, and the Mason Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to develop differentiated capabilities in cyber security with an emphasis on Internal Control Systems and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (ICS/SCADA) and to further enhance corporate operations in all areas. Blue Sky CEO Melissa Peterson shared “The Defense Intelligence Agency, Invictus, Bowie State, and the Mason SBDC provided tremendous support to Blue Sky through the MPP. We are honored by their investment in Blue Sky and excited to pay dividends on that investment as we serve the Department of Defense and other clients.” An awards ceremony will be held in 2023 to celebrate the accomplishments of the winners.
Blue Sky Makes the INC 5000 List – Again!
August 16, 2022 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions, LLC. (Blue Sky) is thrilled to announce our inclusion on the annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies, for the second year in a row! CTO Elton Stokes offered “Congratulations to the entire Blue Sky Team on your demonstrated excellence in serving our clients and thank you to our fantastic clients for partnering with Blue Sky to achieve your missions.
Blue Sky Makes the INC 5000 List!
August 11, 2021 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions, LLC. (Blue Sky) is excited to share that we made the INC 5000 List. The Inc. 5000 is among the most prestigious rankings of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the independent small business segment based on their revenue growth rate. Blue Sky is honored to be included among these 5000 companies. Ranked at 3,154 nationally and 23 in the DC area, Blue Sky attributes its growth to consistent quality service delivery. As Blue Sky looks to the future, we are excited to continue our accelerated growth for years to come and would like to thank our employees and clients for their help in reaching this goal.