News

SMX, a leader in next-generation mission support, digital transformation, and IT solutions, has acquired cBEYONData, creating a leading provider of differentiated digital transformation capabilities for government customers.

Bluestone Investment Partners has announced a strategic investment in Valiant Solutions, LLC, a leading provider of enterprise-wide cybersecurity services for Federal agencies.

Precise Systems has acquired Tucson Embedded Systems, LLC (TES), a provider of high-performance computing systems and software solutions for the Department of Defense.

Bluestone Investment Partners has completed a strategic investment in Qualis Corporation, a missile defense and space systems technology business based in Huntsville, Alabama.

Bluestone Investment Partners has announced a partnership with seasoned government technology leaders George Wilson and Tom Weston to invest and grow a mission-critical technology provider for the Federal Government.

Chesapeake Technology International (CTI) has acquired Asymmetric Technologies LLC, expanding CTI's product portfolio with advanced IronClad and Whisper products for flight autonomy and edge communications.

Precise Systems has acquired Jardon & Howard Technologies (JHT), a leading provider of advanced training and simulation solutions for clients across the Department of Defense.

Precise Systems has acquired Excet, Inc., a Springfield, Virginia-based provider of scientific research and engineering services to the Department of Defense.

Kevin M. Phillips, former President and CEO of ManTech and current Chairman of the Board, has joined Bluestone Investment Partners as an Executive Partner.

Bluestone Investment Partners has announced the formation of its Board of Advisors, which includes five renowned industry leaders who will provide strategic guidance to the firm and its portfolio companies.

Mark Testoni has joined cBEYONData's board as Executive Chairman, bringing unparalleled expertise to drive corporate strategy and fuel growth initiatives.

Thomas Mutryn, most recently Chief Financial Officer for CACI International, has joined Bluestone Investment Partners as an Executive Partner.

Precise Systems has received a strategic investment by Bluestone Investment Partners to accelerate the growth of its mission readiness and software development services business.

Chesapeake Technology International (CTI) has acquired Rapid Imaging Technologies LLC, strengthening its offerings in situational awareness and video analytics technologies.

Bluestone Investment Partners has raised $196 million for its third buyout fund and intends to expand investments in the lower-middle government services industry.

cBEYONData has completed the acquisition of Summit2Sea Consulting, a provider of data analytics, robotic process automation, and enterprise application modernization across marquee DoD programs.

cBEYONData has completed the acquisition of Alta Via Consulting, a premier provider of ERP consulting services centered around SAP solutions.

Bluestone Investment Partners has completed an investment in cBEYONData, a professional services and solutions company specializing in supporting mission-driven agencies with business process automation and data analytics.

Intrepid Solutions and Services has acquired Darkblade Systems Corp., nearly doubling Intrepid's size and expanding its ability to deliver advanced technology products and services to the intelligence community.

Bluestone Investment Partners has acquired majority ownership of Chesapeake Technology International (CTI), a contractor that provides software and systems development services to defense customers.

Bluestone Investment Partners co-founder John Allen discusses how small businesses in the $15M–$50M revenue range can participate in M&A activity with the right private equity partner.

Continental Mapping Consultants has completed the acquisition of Geographic Information Services, Inc. (GISinc), creating one of the largest pure-play geospatial services and solutions companies in North America.

Bluestone Investment Partners has appointed Dennis Kelly, a well-known leader in the federal government contracting community, as executive chairman of its portfolio company Intrepid Solutions and Services.

Continental Mapping Consultants has completed the acquisition of TSG Solutions, a global provider of situational awareness and geospatial services, significantly strengthening its national security capabilities.

Intrepid Solutions and Services has completed the acquisition of a business unit of Delta Solutions and Strategies, LLC, including a GSA OASIS Pool 4 contract vehicle.

Bluestone Investment Partners has completed an investment in Continental Mapping Consultants, a rapidly growing geospatial data analytics and mapping solutions provider.

Intrepid Solutions and Services has completed the acquisition of BWM Outcomes, a provider of cybersecurity and intelligence analysis services to defense, intelligence, and national security customers.

Bluestone Investment Partners has completed an investment in Intrepid Solutions and Services, a premier provider of enterprise IT, data analysis, and operational training services to the U.S. Intelligence Community.

HCI Equity Partners completed the sale of Quadel Consulting & Training to Bluestone Investment Partners. Quadel is a national expert in HUD-assisted affordable housing programs.

Bluestone Investment Partners has announced the initial closing of a new $75 million fund aimed at bringing transformational capital to small businesses in the defense and government services sector.

Professional staffing company System One has acquired government services contractor GAP Solutions, adding 400 employees and expanding its offerings across federal defense and civilian arenas.

Acorn Growth Companies has acquired CIS Secure Computing, a leading provider of secure communications equipment and computing solutions for U.S. Government customers.

Constellis has agreed to purchase OMNIPLEX World Services for an undisclosed sum, adding investigative services to its portfolio and expanding its client base in the U.S. intelligence community.

GAP Solutions has been acquired by an entity led by Eric Wolking and Pat Flannery, former Stanley Associates executives, with Bluestone Investment Partners playing an integral role in facilitating the transaction.

Bluestone Investment Partners has made an investment in CIS Secure Computing, a leading provider of secure communications and computing solutions to defense and civilian agency customers.

McLean-based investment bank Bluestone Capital Partners has closed a private equity fund focused on defense and government services companies, targeting lower middle-market businesses.