Allegheny Science & Technology (AST), founded in 2009, has established itself as an award-winning technology and innovation services provider under the leadership of President & CEO Arria Hines [1]. The company has transformed from a two-person operation to a thriving enterprise with approximately 240 employees across seven states and projected revenue of $50 million [5].
AST's commitment to delivering trusted solutions and personalized service has resulted in exceptional client retention rates and numerous industry accolades [2], including:
- Five consecutive appearances on INC 500/5000 and Washington Technology FAST 50 lists
- 2018 EY Entrepreneur of the Year award
- 2018 SBA Region III Small Business Prime Contractor of the Year
- Consistently excellent CPARS Performance ratings
The company maintains a comprehensive quality management framework validated through multiple third-party certifications [1]:
- CMMI Level 3 certification (re-appraised 2019)
- ISO 9001:2015 certification
- Woman-owned business certification
- ANAB accreditation
As a prominent federal contractor, AST delivers energy and technology consulting services through an extensive portfolio of prime contract vehicles [1]. The company's core capabilities span:
- Innovation and project management optimization
- Technical solutions development
- Government contracting services
- Professional services delivery
AST maintains significant presence across civilian and defense agencies through several key contract vehicles:
- GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) Contract GS-10F-053AA (12/04/12 – 12/03/27)
- OASIS Small Business Pool 1 and 8(a) Subpool through 2024
- SeaPort-NxG Prime Contract supporting NAVSEA
- DOE/NNSA TEPS BPA with $400M ceiling
The company's geographic footprint includes strategic locations in [9]:
- Tysons, VA
- Bridgeport, WV
- Washington, DC
- Germantown, MD
- Idaho Falls, ID
- Albuquerque, NM
- Golden, CO
AST's quality management system encompasses comprehensive operational controls [1]:
- Accounting and finance processes
- Human resources management
- Staff training programs
- Business development systems
- Contract administration
- Project management reviews
Recent achievements include securing the FBI's ITSSS-2 BPA and a significant DOE Grid Deployment Office award [2]. The company delivers enterprise IT solutions, engineering services, and technical support across multiple federal agencies [2], maintaining its position as an industry leader through continuous innovation and excellence in service delivery.
Under Arria Hines's leadership, who was named 2017 "Innovator of the Year" by Women Impacting Public Policy [5], AST continues to expand its service portfolio while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.