Contract Enables Firm to Help Agencies Implement Better, Faster, and More Cost-Effective Solutions
LEXINGTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 28, 2008--The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has selected ICF Consulting Services, L.L.C., a subsidiary of ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI), as an ITS33 statewide contractor, providing information technology (IT) professional services that include applications/systems design and development; software and systems integration; geographic information systems (GIS) development and support; and IT planning across a wide range of tools and platforms.
As an IT solutions provider, ICF is among a select group of pre-qualified companies from which Commonwealth departments can choose to perform specific IT engagements. ICF has offices in Boston and Lexington, Massachusetts, and has been providing strategic consulting services and technology solutions to local, state, federal, and corporate clients since 1969.
"ICF is committed to supporting the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and we value this opportunity to further our long-standing relationship with the state," said David Cogar, ICF senior vice president and IT expert. "Support provided by ICF will help the Commonwealth and its agencies develop and implement better, faster, and more cost effective solutions by taking full advantage of the latest technologies."
Through this contract, ICF can provide to Massachusetts agencies its cutting-edge IT professional services along with world-class, subject-matter expertise in the areas of energy and climate change; environment and infrastructure; health, human services, and social programs; and defense and homeland security. To learn more about the menu of services available through this contract vehicle, visit http://www.icfi.com/MAITS33.
The overall objective of the ITS33 contract--a blanket purchase agreement--is to enhance the performance, quality, timeliness, and efficiency of Commonwealth departments and their programs.
"With the depth of our knowledge and expertise, ICF can offer mission critical support across the spectrum of services to the Commonwealth," said Kevin Palaia, an ICF principal and manager of its Lexington, Massachusetts office.
About ICF International
ICF International (NASDAQ:ICFI) partners with government and commercial clients to deliver consulting services and technology solutions in the energy, climate change, environment, transportation, social programs, health, defense, and emergency management markets. The firm combines passion for its work with industry expertise and innovative analytics to produce compelling results throughout the entire program life cycle, from analysis and design through implementation and improvement. Since 1969, ICF has been serving government at all levels, major corporations, and multilateral institutions. More than 3,000 employees serve these clients worldwide. ICF's Web site is www.icfi.com.
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