### Company Overview & Leadership
BLH Technologies, Inc.® (BLH) is a merit-based Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) [9] founded in 2003 [3] and headquartered in Rockville, Maryland [9]. The firm leverages over 21 years of experience supporting federal agencies, commercial clients, and non-profit organizations [4], managing large, multiyear projects for both civilian and defense agencies [4]. BLH focuses on combining sophisticated project management with expertise across public health, human services, security, research, data management, communications, and technology [9]. The company consistently achieves positive past performance, including "Exceptional" CPARS ratings, demonstrating its ability to perform for the Federal government [[LINK:https://www.blhtech.com/about/whyblh][4], [LINK:https://www.blhtech.com/about][9]].
Benjamin L. Harris founded BLH Technologies, Inc.® in 2003 [3] and serves as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) [3]. Mr. Harris provides corporate guidance, strategic direction, and vision, leveraging his high-level expertise in risk mitigation, resource allocation, and enterprise-level best practices [3]. Prior to founding the company, Mr. Harris served in the U.S. military as a Medical Services Officer during Operations Desert Storm and Desert Shield [3]. BLH executives bring decades of experience leading commercial and Federal government work [3].
The company’s leadership team includes: * Mr. Benjamin L. Harris, President and CEO [3]. * Merle Chambers, Chief Growth Officer [5].
BLH organizes its capabilities into four key areas: Data Analytics and Research, Communications and Outreach, Technology Solutions, and Training and Technical Assistance [9]. The firm's primary industry sectors are public health, human services, and security [9].
The firm’s core focus areas and specializations include: * **Main technology specializations:** Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity, and Informatics [9]. * **Key service domains:** AI-driven data analytics, predictive modeling, Machine Learning (ML) model development and deployment, and public health data analysis, epidemiological investigations, and health policy and program evaluation [[LINK:https://www.blhtech.com/services/tech][1], [LINK:https://www.blhtech.com/services/data][10]]. * **Compliance and Infrastructure:** US regulations compliance, including FEDRAMP, FISMA, and Section 508, and cloud computing services, including secure remote access configuration and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) [1]. * **Workforce signals:** The firm employs Project Management Professional (PMP) certified project managers [9].
### Federal Market & Contracts
BLH maintains a robust federal market presence, leveraging its extensive experience supporting federal agencies, commercial clients, and non-profit organizations [3]. The company manages large, multiyear projects for both civilian and defense agencies [3] and holds multiple Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contracts with the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) [1]. The firm utilizes a diverse portfolio of contract vehicles to quickly make expert-level services available to government agencies [1].
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) awarded the company the Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract GS-10F-0064W, which provides a comprehensive suite of Information Technology, Business Administrative, Marketing, and Public Relations Services [[LINK:https://www.gsaadvantage.gov/advantage/ws/search/advantage_search?q=0:8GS-10F-0064W&q=24:5BLH%20TECHNOLOGIES&searchType=2&db=1]]. Additionally, the firm holds the HHS Program Support Center (PSC) IDIQ Task Order Contract HHSP233201500096I. This PSC IDIQ is used to expand services available to the Department and other agencies, where the contractor furnishes all necessary personnel, materials, services, and facilities incident to the performance of work stated in individual task orders [2].
BLH’s comprehensive contract vehicle portfolio includes: * **GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract GS-10F-0064W:** Includes Special Item Numbers (SINs) for Engineering Services (541330ENG), Information Technology Professional Services (54151S), Management and Financial Consulting (541611), and Conference, Meeting, Event, and Trade Show Planning Services (561920) [1]. * **HHS Program Support Center IDIQ Task Order Contract HHSP233201500096I:** Covers policy and program assessments, data analytics, evaluation design studies and data collection, performance measurements, and technical assistance [1]. * **National Institutes of Health (NIH) Contracts:** Public Information and Communication Services III (PICS III) (75N98025D00013), Business and Professional Support Services (NIHBPSS III) IDIQ (75N98022D00026), and Conference and Administrative Travel Services III (NIHCATS III) (HHSN263201800032I) [1]. * **Administration for Community Living (ACL) IDIQ:** 140D0424D0020 [1].
The firm provides advanced technical and analytical support to federal clients, managing complex data systems and applications tailored to client needs, such as active FedRAMP-compliant Cloud environments and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions [3]. The company integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance operations and streamline decision-making for U.S. federal agencies, prioritizing data integrity, transparency, and human oversight [7].
Notable programs and services provided under these vehicles include: * **National Library of Medicine (NLM) BPAs:** 75N97023A00002 (Collect and Curate to Transform and Accelerate Biomedical and Health Information Discovery) and 75N97023A00001 (Administrative and Communications Services, Digital Publications, and Media Production) [1]. * **PSC IDIQ Services:** Policy assessments/analysis, program assessments, evaluation design efforts, data collection, performance measurement, and technical assistance/expertise [2]. * **Data Analysis:** Completion of both simple and complex analyses of federally supplied and public access data, utilizing tools such as STAT, SPSS, and SAS under the PSC IDIQ [2]. * **Auxiliary Services:** Translation and interpretation, website support compliant with Department and Government standards (i.e., 508 Compliance), and production and distribution of publications, including liaison work with the Government Printing Office (GPO) [2]. * **Operations Management:** Regulations and licensing support, project management, human capital systems, compliance monitoring, threat surveillance and reporting, and SWOT analysis [4].
### Certifications & Socioeconomic
BLH Technologies, Inc.® maintains rigorous quality management and security compliance practices to ensure high-quality service delivery and adherence to federal standards. The firm employs Project Management Professional (PMP) certified project managers to ensure deliverables meet all timelines and objectives [3]. Security and compliance efforts focus on adherence to US regulations, including FISMA and Section 508, and the utilization of active FedRAMP-compliant Cloud environments for complex data systems [2][4].
The firm’s certifications and compliance standards include:
#### Quality Management (ISO/CMMI) * Project Management Professional (PMP) certified project managers are employed by BLH [3]. * Personnel hold Government Certified Meeting Planners (GCMP) certification [11]. * Personnel hold Certified Meeting Planners (CMP) certification [11].
#### Security & Compliance (CMMC/NIST/DFARS/FedRAMP) * BLH maintains compliance with US regulations, including FEDRAMP and FISMA [2]. * The firm utilizes active FedRAMP-compliant Cloud environments for managing complex data systems [4]. * Technology solutions adhere to Section 508 compliance standards [11].
#### Socioeconomic Status * BLH Technologies, Inc.® is designated as a Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) [3].
### Recent News & Recognition
BLH Technologies, Inc. (BLH) operates as a full-service public health, research, communications, and management firm [11]. The firm has strategically focused on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into its offerings, partnering with U.S. federal agencies to enhance operations and streamline decision-making while adhering to federal compliance standards [2]. This strategic focus builds upon more than 21 years of experience supporting federal agencies, commercial clients, and non-profit organizations [7].
BLH’s commitment to quality and innovation is demonstrated through its performance record and strategic contract portfolio:
* **Performance Recognition:** Achieved “Exceptional” CPARS ratings for consistently delivering high-quality products, services, and innovative solutions [7]. * **Technical Delivery:** Successfully managed complex data systems and applications, including active FedRAMP-compliant Cloud environments and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions [7]. * **AI Integration:** Utilizes AI to produce high-quality communications, including stakeholder updates and internal reports, prioritizing data integrity, transparency, and human oversight [2]. * **Key Contract Wins:** Holds a diverse portfolio of contract vehicles, including the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) (GS-10F-0064W) and the HHS Administration for Community Living (ACL) IDIQ (140D0424D0020) [5]. * **NIH and NLM Contracts:** Maintains multiple contracts with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), such as NIH PICS III (75N98025D00013) and NIH Business and Professional Support Services (NIHBPSS III) IDIQ (75N98022D00026) [5], alongside two National Library of Medicine (NLM) BPAs (75N97023A00002 and 75N97023A00001) [5].