Archive for the ‘Uncategorized’ Category
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions Expands GSA Schedule with HACS and Cloud SINs
August 1, 2026 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions is pleased to announce the addition of the Highly Adaptive Cybersecurity Services (HACS) Special Item Number (SIN 54151HACS) and the Cloud SIN (SIN 518210C) to its GSA Multiple Award Schedule. These additions further strengthen our ability to deliver secure, innovative, and mission-focused technology solutions to federal agencies.
The addition of these SINs expands Blue Sky’s GSA Schedule offerings and provides government customers with an even broader range of capabilities through a trusted and established acquisition vehicle. Federal agencies can now access a more comprehensive portfolio of technology and professional services designed to support evolving mission requirements.
The HACS SIN enhances Blue Sky’s ability to deliver advanced cybersecurity services through the GSA Schedule. These capabilities include risk and vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, incident response support, cyber hunt activities, security architecture reviews, and systems security engineering. Together, these services help agencies strengthen their cybersecurity posture, reduce risk, and protect mission-critical systems.
The Cloud SIN provides federal agencies with streamlined access to Blue Sky’s cloud modernization services, including cloud strategy, architecture, migration, and implementation. This addition enables Blue Sky to deliver comprehensive support throughout the cloud lifecycle while helping customers improve scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
These new SINs complement Blue Sky’s existing GSA Schedule portfolio, further expanding our technology and professional services capabilities. Combined with our expertise in cybersecurity, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, program management, and IT consulting, the expanded GSA Schedule gives federal customers streamlined access to a comprehensive suite of mission-support solutions.
For more information about Blue Sky Innovative Solutions’ GSA Schedule contract offerings and federal capabilities, visit the Contracts page on our website or contact our team to learn how we can support your organization’s mission.
Blue Sky Attends INSA’s 41st William Oliver Baker Award Dinner
May 30, 2026 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions was honored to attend the 41st William Oliver Baker Award Dinner, hosted by the Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA). The event brought together more than 700 leaders from the intelligence, defense, cybersecurity, and national security communities to recognize The Hon. John C. “Chris” Inglis for his extraordinary contributions to the nation’s security. The evening provided an excellent opportunity to connect with industry partners, government leaders, and colleagues while celebrating leadership, innovation, and the spirit of public service that strengthens our national security community.
Blue Sky Innovative Solutions Achieves CMMC C3PAO Level 2 Certification
September 23, 2025 – Blue Sky Innovative Solutions, LLC is proud to announce that it has achieved Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 certification following an independent assessment by a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). This certification demonstrates that Blue Sky has implemented and validated the cybersecurity practices required to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in accordance with Department of Defense requirements. For federal customers, this provides added confidence that Blue Sky can support missions involving sensitive government information with the security discipline, governance, and operational controls required across the Defense Industrial Base.
CMMC Level 2 certification through a C3PAO is a significant achievement for any government contractor and remains a meaningful differentiator for small businesses supporting the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. The certification reflects Blue Sky’s continued investment in secure operations, risk management, and compliance readiness as cybersecurity requirements become increasingly central to federal acquisition.
“Protecting our customers’ information is a mission responsibility,” said Melissa Peterson, CEO of Blue Sky Innovative Solutions. “Achieving CMMC Level 2 certification through a C3PAO gives our customers confidence that Blue Sky has independently validated cybersecurity practices in place to safeguard CUI and support secure mission execution.”
With this achievement, Blue Sky is well positioned to support agencies and prime contractors that require trusted partners capable of meeting rigorous cybersecurity requirements while delivering mission-focused technology, management, and operational support services.
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.