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SEI CMMI® DEV Level 2 - 02/22/2010

Zantech IT Services, Inc. announces that it has achieved a Capability Maturity Model Integration® (CMMI®) Development (DEV) Maturity Level 2 rating from the Software Engineering Institute (SEI) at Carnegie Melon University, ensuring that all of its processes adhere to the highest standards available. By standardizing its processes, Zantech guarantees that its customers consistently receive the highest levels of quality. In addition, these standard processes allow Zantech to collect the best lessons learned and use this knowledge on future projects.

When notified of this award, Zantech CEO Zia Islam said, "Our company has been committed to quality from its inception, which has made it easier to implement the standard processes needed to achieve this important ranking. CMMI Level 2 is part of our corporate culture and helps us to improve our business, expand our bidding process, and gives us an advantage in the marketplace."

NASA PILS Contract Award - 2/5/2010

Zantech IT Services, Inc. announces that it was notified by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., that Zantech has been awarded the Programmatic and Institutional Learning Services (PILS) contract. Zantech will provide logistical and coordination support services to NASA Headquarters and Goddard for events such as conferences, symposia, and workshops, and will also assist in the distribution of administrative, scientific and technical information. These events may be held at various locations including local, national, and international sites, with attendees from other agencies, private industry, research facilities, and academic institutions. The total value of this fixed price, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity contract is $45 million, over an effective ordering period of five years.

When notified of this award, Zantech CEO Zia Islam said, "We are very pleased to have been selected by NASA for this contract award, and we look forward to providing NASA and its customers with the very best in conference and events support."

Zantech Announces Team for USCG APLES Bid- 01/21/2010

Zantech IT Services, Inc. is pleased to announce the formation of an outstanding industry team for the purpose of submitting a proposal in response to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) United States Coast Guard's (USCG's) Application Product Lines Enterprise Services (APLES) solicitation. The APLES program will provide software engineering services in support of USCG and DHS enterprise applications and information that is developed and maintained at the USCG's Operations Systems Center (OSC) in Kearneysville, WV. The OSC plans to issue a competitive 8(a) solicitation for a single five-year contract award, valued at $200M.

Zantech is a minority owned and 8(a) certified information Technology Company, with headquarters in McLean, VA. Zantech provides comprehensive, full life-cycle, cost effective enterprise information systems solutions to Federal Government agencies and industry clients. Zantech operates as a prime contractor for numerous Federal agencies, is ISO-9001:2008 registered, and has been SEI CMMI® Level 2 appraised.

Zantech's team consists of Capstone Corporation, Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), and W R Systems Ltd.

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SAIC is a FORTUNE 500® scientific, engineering, and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy and the environment, critical infrastructure, and health. The company's approximately 45,000 employees serve customers in the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), the intelligence community, DHS, other U.S. Government civil agencies and selected commercial markets. Headquartered in McLean, Va., SAIC had annual revenues of $10.1 billion for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2009.

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W R Systems, a Fairfax, VA-based information technology and engineering firm, provides cutting edge technology services to DoD, DHS, Department of Justice, and other civilian Government agencies. W R Systems is an incumbent contractor on the existing Systems Engineering and Technical Services (SETS II) program at OSC and has been providing unique software systems expertise for over ten years.

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Capstone Corporation is a leading global services and solutions provider, supporting primarily Federal Government and Defense customers in over twenty six states and six overseas locations. With corporate headquarters in Alexandria, VA, Capstone satisfies customer mission requirements for military and civil operations, enterprise technical requirements, and organizational support systems.

Zantech and its team members welcome the opportunity to submit a proposal in response to the APLES solicitation and look forward to supporting the USCG at OSC after contract award.

FAA eFAST Contract Award - 09/21/2009

Zantech IT Services, Inc. announces that it was notified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that Zantech has received an award under the Electronic FAA Accelerated and Simplified Tasks (eFAST) Master Ordering Agreement. This MOA functions as a Blanket Purchase Agreement that permits the FAA, and possibly other Federal Government agencies, to efficiently obtain professional and support services from small and socially and economically disadvantaged businesses. Under eFAST, Zantech provides services in three functional areas: Business Administration and Management, Computer/Information Systems Development, and Computer Systems Support. The contract has a five-year base period that extends through September 30, 2014, and two one-year option periods through September 30, 2016.

When notified of this award, Zantech CEO Zia Islam said, "We are very pleased to have been selected to participate in this contract, particularly since it is the first multiple award contract to be received by Zantech since its inception. We look forward to working with FAA customers to fulfill their service needs."

ISO9001:2008 Certification - 06/01/2009

Zantech IT Services, Inc. announces that it has received certification that its Quality Management System (QMS) conforms to the requirements of ISO 9001:2008. The certification was granted by Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc., an external auditing body, on May 27, 2009. The audit uncovered no nonconformities with Zantech's QMS. This accomplishment demonstrates the sustained commitment of all members of the Zantech staff to deliver quality services to our customers.

Zantech is among the first companies to be granted ISO 9001:2008 certification as the 2008 standard has only recently replaced its ISO 9001:2000 predecessor. ISO certification is becoming increasingly more important to the Federal Government as it seeks contractors to support its efforts and Zantech is fully prepared to leverage this capability as we seek to expand our business base.

Newtek International Acquisition - 01/31/ 2009

Zantech IT Services, Inc. announces today that Zantech has acquired Newtek International, Inc. Newtek International, based in Reston, VA is an IT services firm and has been providing its expertise specifically in the areas of software engineering, IV&V and program management to their Federal Government defense and civilian customers since 1993. Certified as a small business, Newtek is a graduated 8(a) firm that carries ISO 9001:2000 certification and CMMI Level 2 rating. Newtek's principal customers include the Departments of Labor, Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and Commerce and the U.S. Army.

Zantech IT Services, based in McLean, VA, is a newly formed information technology services firm that is 8(a) certified. "We are very excited about this acquisition, which will give us a jump start in our efforts to expand our business within the Federal Government market. In Newtek, we have found a firm that has an excellent track record with its customers." said Zia Islam, President and CEO of Zantech.

SBA Certifications - 06/24/2008

Zantech IT Services, Inc. announces that it has been informed by the Small Business Administration (SBA) that Zantech has been certified as a Participant in the U.S. Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development Program. Additionally, Zantech has been certified as a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). These certifications will be important elements in enabling Zantech to successfully market and sell its services to agencies across the Federal Government.