Tecolote Research: A Legacy of Analytics Excellence
Founded in 1973 in Santa Barbara, CA, Tecolote Research has transformed from a two-person operation into an industry-leading provider of consulting, analytics, and digital solutions supporting critical national security missions [5]. Now a 100% employee-owned enterprise, the company employs over 825 professionals across more than 25 nationwide locations, maintaining an impressive 90% client retention rate among Department of Defense (DoD) and Federal Government agencies [5].
- Advanced research and data analysis utilizing sophisticated quantitative/qualitative methodologies [5]
- Comprehensive cost estimating, EVM, scheduling, and financial management [5]
- Secure database development and modern DevOps solutions [5]
- Professional development and staff empowerment
- Superior technical delivery across cost, schedule, and acquisition support
- Enhancement of customer business practices
- Commitment to high-quality technical products [1]
Federal Market Presence Tecolote maintains robust federal partnerships through strategic contract vehicles, primarily serving the DoD, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and NASA [1]. The company operates under two primary GSA vehicles:
- Period: February 20, 2020 - February 19, 2025
- Small Business Status under NAICS 541715
- Consolidated FABS, LOGWORLD, MOBIS, and PES services [1]
- Period: June 17, 2021 - June 16, 2026
- Large Business Status
- Comprehensive IT Professional Services [1]
- Release of ACEIT 8.2 with enhanced capabilities [1]
- EVAMOSC Support Service IDIQ Contract ($100M through 2025) [3]
- Unmanned Space Vehicle Cost Model contract ($18.3M through 2027) [4]
- ACEIT IDIQ Contract ($6.8M through 2027) [5]
Service Capabilities Tecolote delivers comprehensive professional and technical services across two primary domains:
- Cost Analysis and Estimating
- Program Management Services
- Financial Management
- Acquisition Support [1]
- Software Solutions Development
- Information Assurance
- IT Systems Management
- Technical Training [1]
Through its extensive partner network of 37 team members, Tecolote maintains relationships with major defense contractors, specialized consulting firms, and technology service providers [2], enabling comprehensive support for diverse federal agency requirements across the DOD, civilian agencies, and intelligence community [1].