Cherokee Federal delivers comprehensive mission support and intelligence solutions through a unique combination of government contracting capabilities [2]. As a tribally-owned enterprise, the company leverages decades of active-duty service experience and intelligence community expertise while maintaining both small business agility and large corporation resources [1].
The organization's service portfolio encompasses key operational areas delivered through a structured framework:
- Program Management Office Support
- Administrative Support Services
- Case Management
- Processing Services [7]
- Professional Services Delivery
- Subject Matter Expertise (SME)
- Technical & Advisory Services
- Training & Development [4]
Cherokee Federal's leadership structure combines executive oversight with specialized business unit management:
- Brad Barnhart - Vice President, Intelligence Practice
- Beth Inglis - Executive General Manager, Intelligence Practice
- Cliff Prether - Operations General Manager, Intelligence Practice [3]
- Karl Gaskins - Executive General Manager, Small Businesses
- Dirk Catron - Executive General Manager, Full & Open [2]
As a Tribal 8(a) contractor, the organization offers significant contracting advantages:
- Civilian agencies: $25M ceiling without J&A
- DoD agencies: $100M ceiling without J&A
- Unlimited direct award ability with J&A
- Protected from contract protests [7]
The company maintains extensive federal contracting capabilities through multiple contract vehicles and subsidiary companies [3]. Their portfolio includes:
- GSA Multiple Award Schedules
- Schedule 70 IT (GS35F513DA, 47QTCA18D002L) [2]
- Professional Services Schedule (GS00F302GA, GS00F409GA) [4]
- Schedule 84 Security Solutions (47QSWA19D005Y) [1]
- OASIS+ Small Business across multiple domains
- 8(a) STARS III (47QTCB21D0333)
- STARS II Constellation 1 & 2 (GS00Q17GWD2284, GS06F0987Z) [1]
Cherokee Federal maintains comprehensive quality management systems and security frameworks supporting diverse agency requirements [2]. Their capabilities are evidenced by:
- Multiple active 8(a) certifications
- GSA OASIS+ qualification across multiple domains
- GSA Schedule holder for IT Professional Services [4]
- Facility clearance levels for classified operations
- Federal security requirement compliance
- Infrastructure for sensitive program requirements [7]
The organization has demonstrated particular strength in IT modernization, intelligence operations, and facilities management [6]. Through the Cherokee Innovation Lab in Tysons Corner, they've developed advanced capabilities in:
- Cloud Computing Solutions
- Data Analytics Platforms
- Cybersecurity Services [6]
- Air Force Civil Engineer Center GEITA11 support
- U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research vaccine development
- U.S. Geological Survey scientific and laboratory support [3]
The company continues to expand its capabilities through strategic developments including zero trust architecture implementation and comprehensive data science solutions [6], while maintaining its commitment to diversity and inclusion in delivering innovative solutions for government clients [10].